Marisca Kooij

Responsible for a geographically dispersed team of 10+ recruiters in 8 locations across Europe,Tunisia and India. Closely partnering with senior management in order to develop the best strategies to drive an exceptional approach to recruiting top talent in a highly competitive and challenging market. Strong drive for excellence and continuous improvement across functions and locations, educating the organization around best practices and strategy for the future.

Performed market research and created YER’s business plan for expansion into the US. Built and further developed the Seattle office, including: strategy, streamlining operations en processes, building team of full life cycle Recruiting Consultants, marketing, proposals/contracts/RFP's, building and developing our US database, new business development; prospecting, cold calling. Account management, relationship building, negotiating agreements (contingent and retained). People management.

Improving Microsoft's employer brand in the diverse marketplace (especially women). Attracting and recruiting diverse candidates through: sourcing, networking, blogging, and outreach. Engage in relevant communities. Evangelizing of Microsoft career opportunities both externally and internally. Introduction of referral program. Developing programs and ideas to optimize candidate experience.