MARIJA ILIC
Talent Acquisition Associate
Zemun
Summary
Experienced TA consultant, recruitment partner and certified coach with a demonstrated history of working in the fintech, information technology and services industry. My main goal is development of people and their careers. I find my fulfillment in communication and cooperation with diverse people as well in knowledge sharing and problem solving. I'm oriented to details but very skilled in solution focused communication too.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Talent Acquisition Associate
EBRD
03.2023 - Current
- Manage end-to-end recruitment for junior to mid-level roles across the organization.
- Partner with hiring managers to understand business needs and develop tailored sourcing strategies.
- Provide expert guidance on recruitment best practices, internal policies, and selection criteria.
- Communicate complex employment packages to candidates and hiring teams.
- Ensure a seamless candidate experience by maintaining clear and timely communication.
- Build and maintain talent pipelines, engaging with passive candidates in competitive markets.
- Organize and coordinate large-scale recruitment events such as job fairs and virtual career days.
- Maintain accurate recruitment data within the ATS (SuccessFactors) for reporting and compliance.
Talent Acquisition Partner
BlackRock
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Providing exceptional client service and candidate experience throughout the full life cycle of recruiting for fintech talent in US and EMEA
- Consult with managers to identify/scope recruitment needs and develop/implement effective sourcing strategies
- Monitor, participate, and enable best candidate interviewing process using a competency-based assessment methodology and technical assessment tools
- Educate and influence hiring managers on candidates' skill sets, recruiting process, strategy and market conditions
- Use effective and appropriate communication approaches that include keeping others informed (manager, peers, clients, candidates etc.)
- Influence hiring managers on the importance of diversity in the recruitment process
EMEA University Recruitment Consultant
NCR Corporation
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Developing and executing end to end recruitment process and providing unique candidate experience for Intern and Fresh Graduate talents
- Building and executing strategies to develop a strong talent pipeline across key business areas like Software, Engineering, Sales, and Marketing.
- Collaborating with stakeholders to develop university recruiting strategies that align with business needs and enhance brand visibility.
- Being an NCR ambassador; expanding personal and NCR's brand around campus recruitment events, diversity and inclusion hiring strategies
- Working closely with marketing & social media teams to develop employer branding strategies, social media campaigns & marketing collateral
- Developing and delivering unique University Onboarding Program for all university talents on regional level
- Track & maintain metrics and costs as needed, to include candidate status, cycle time & overall recruiting demand and resources
HR Consultant
NCR Corporation
06.2016 - 01.2021
- Creating and developing training courses for different users within TA team (new joiners, refresh trainings for mid level and senior recruiters, managers, executive directors, HRBPs)
- Delivering process and system training for various HR systems (Workday, ServiceNow, HireRight, Vero, Case Management), HR processes, HR structure and organization in both classroom and remote environment
- Ensure that targeted HR systems, processes, and policies are developed, supported, and maintained in alignment with current HR strategies and priorities
- Analyze and execute work by managing different TA project teams
- Perform system testing for all development items and work with system developers on solution improvements and implementation
- Responsible for creating and delivering of all announcements and internal communications related to system and process developments and changes
Software Trainer
USAID Judicial Reform and Government Accountability Project (JRGA)
11.2015 - 06.2016
- Providing on-site training support for judges, judicial assistants and court administrative staff in use of case management software and basic office automation software
- Responding to user inquiries regarding use of case management system software and office automation software, under the general direction of JRGA Training Coordinators
- Referral of user-reported technical and software bugs, and policy-related inquiries to appropriate JRGA IT developers
Volunteer Program Manager
Ars Balcanica
03.2009 - 10.2013
- Managed volunteer recruitment, onboarding, and engagement strategies.
- Coordinated community outreach initiatives and fundraising activities.
Education
Certificate -
Erickson Solution Focused Coach
Canada 01.2019 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Belgrade
Serbia 01.2007 - 05.2014
High school -
Gymnasium Čačak
Serbia 09.2004 - 06.2007
Skills
- Recruitment & Onboarding – Talent acquisition, employee onboarding, and coaching
- Technology & Process Improvement – Workday proficiency, software training/testing, and case management
- Business & Project Coordination – Program management, business development, and process improvement
- Communication & Support – Customer support, social media communication, and mentoring
- Problem-Solving & Analytics – Analytical thinking and data-driven decision-making
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Associate
EBRD
03.2023 - Current
Talent Acquisition Partner
BlackRock
01.2022 - 11.2022
EMEA University Recruitment Consultant
NCR Corporation
01.2021 - 12.2021
Certificate -
Erickson Solution Focused Coach
01.2019 - 02.2020
HR Consultant
NCR Corporation
06.2016 - 01.2021
Software Trainer
USAID Judicial Reform and Government Accountability Project (JRGA)
11.2015 - 06.2016
Volunteer Program Manager
Ars Balcanica
03.2009 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Belgrade
01.2007 - 05.2014
High school -
Gymnasium Čačak
09.2004 - 06.2007
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