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Sonya Newton

Sonya Newton


Senior Recruiter, North America | Boston, Massachusetts

Professional Overview


Sonya Newton is an accomplished Senior Recruiter with extensive experience in the North American market. She specializes in talent acquisition, workforce planning, and strategic HR initiatives across the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries. Leveraging her deep understanding of organizational needs and industry best practices, Sonya partners with clients to build high-performing, diverse teams that drive innovation and growth.

Experience Summary



Current Role


As the Senior Recruiter, North America at IQVIA, Sonya is responsible for leading talent acquisition efforts across the region. In this role, she:

  • Manages a team of recruiters to identify, engage, and hire top talent for critical roles

  • Collaborates with business leaders to develop tailored recruitment strategies aligned with organizational goals

  • Implements data-driven sourcing and selection processes to optimize hiring efficiency and quality

  • Drives diversity and inclusion initiatives to build representative and inclusive teams

  • Mentors junior recruiters to develop their skills and advance their careers


During her tenure, Sonya has made a significant impact, delivering a 28% reduction in time-to-fill for key positions and a 15% increase in employee retention rates.

Career Progression


Prior to joining IQVIA, Sonya held various HR and recruitment roles, steadily advancing her expertise. As a Recruiter at PAREXEL, she streamlined hiring processes and achieved a 22% increase in candidate satisfaction. Earlier in her career, Sonya gained valuable experience in retail management and human resources, including roles at JCPenney, dELiA*s, and Free People.

Academic Background


Sonya holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. She is a certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and maintains memberships with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).

Areas of Expertise


  • Talent acquisition and workforce planning

  • Recruitment process optimization

  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives

  • HR strategy and policy development

  • Candidate experience and engagement

  • Talent management and employee retention


Professional Impact


Throughout her career, Sonya has played a pivotal role in building high-performing, diverse teams that contribute to organizational success. Her data-driven approach and strategic mindset have enabled her to consistently deliver tangible results, including:

  • Spearheading a recruitment campaign that increased the representation of women in leadership roles by 18%

  • Implementing an employee referral program that led to a 25% increase in qualified applicants

  • Developing and rolling out a comprehensive onboarding program that improved new hire retention by 12%


Conclusion


With a proven track record of success and a deep commitment to talent acquisition, Sonya Newton is a highly valued Senior Recruiter who consistently delivers meaningful impact for her clients. Her extensive industry knowledge, strategic acumen, and people-centric approach make her a valuable partner in driving organizational growth and transformation.