Eleandro Dessi
Summary
Global Talent Acquisition Leader with 12+ years of experience driving hiring strategy, process optimization, and DEI-focused recruitment across EMEA, APAC, and the US. Proven track record reducing time-to-hire, elevating candidate experience, and scaling recruitment operations for high-growth organizations. Passionate about building inclusive, data-driven hiring frameworks that fuel business growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Recruiter
AppLovin
07.2021 - 04.2025
- Drove a 30% year-over-year increase in hires by developing and operationalizing a high-impact recruitment framework for EMEA and APAC.
- Successfully placed 100+ key positions across IT, Engineering, Sales, Product, and Data Science, achieving a 20% improvement in offer acceptance rates.
- Cut average time-to-hire from 45 to 34 days by streamlining recruitment processes and leveraging performance analytics.
- Partnered with HR and business leaders to deliver quarterly workforce planning reviews, proactively addressing future hiring demands.
Senior Recruiter (contract)
Amazon
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Led full-cycle recruitment for 70+ senior-level positions across multiple business units, directly supporting Amazon's aggressive growth targets.
- Reduced time-to-fill by 20% for niche and leadership roles through proactive sourcing and workflow optimization.
- Improved offer acceptance rates by 18% by launching targeted candidate engagement and value proposition initiatives.
- Partnered with regional TA and hiring managers to deliver a unified, high-quality candidate experience across EMEA.
Senior Recruiter (EMEA)
Learnlight
11.2018 - 04.2020
- Built and executed a global recruitment strategy that onboarded 50+ high-value professionals across Tech, Commercial, and Product roles.
- Created a recruitment playbook that reduced hiring process timelines by 30% and established scalable hiring protocols.
- Boosted employer brand visibility and doubled applicant volume through data-driven, targeted marketing and outreach campaigns.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and labor market data to inform recruitment strategies accordingly.
HR Advisor
Solvay
01.2017 - 07.2017
- Drove post-restructuring HR transformation, overseeing operations for 1,000 employees across multiple locations.
- Strengthened employee engagement through proactive communication strategies and benefits optimization.
- Ensured compliance with labor laws and regulations through regular policy updates and timely response to employee inquiries.
Recruiter (Ireland)
Accenture
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Led the recruitment of 80+ roles in a single year for marquee projects with Google and Facebook, ensuring alignment with client expectations and delivery timelines.
- Executed hiring strategies that increased qualified candidate pipeline by 40% via events, fairs, and direct sourcing.
- Collaborated with HR and leadership to design a referral program, increasing internal talent conversions by 25%.
- Partnered with hiring managers to implement data-informed hiring plans, achieving a 95% fulfillment rate for critical roles.
Recruitment Consultant (UK & Ireland)
Adecco
03.2011 - 10.2014
- Delivered end-to-end recruitment services for 20+ international clients, successfully placing 150+ professionals across IT, Sales, and Operations roles.
- Generated €175K in annual revenue through consistent hiring delivery and client retention initiatives.
- Contributed to business development efforts by identifying potential new clients within target industries or markets.
- Reduced time-to-fill metrics by efficiently managing multiple requisitions simultaneously and prioritizing tasks effectively.
Recruitment Consultant (contract)
MGI Recruitment
08.2010 - 11.2010
- Developed a database of 500+ multilingual candidates, maintaining a 100% assignment fulfillment rate through proactive and strategic sourcing.
- Recruited talent from over 20 nationalities, significantly broadening the agency's global hiring network and delivery capacity.
HR Generalist
Lufthansa
06.2003 - 04.2009
- Oversaw HR operations for 750 employees within a 7-person team, reporting directly to the HR Manager.
- Enhanced recruitment and HR administration efficiency by implementing a centralized HR database, reducing manual processes by 30%.
- Managed complex union negotiations and disciplinary procedures, ensuring labor law compliance and fostering constructive employee relations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Sciences
University of Sassari
Skills
- Applicant tracking systems
- LinkedIn candidate sourcing
- End-to-end recruiting
- Evidence-based hiring strategies
- Diversity and inclusion
- Global recruitment
- Stakeholders management
Certification
- HR Certifications – LinkedIn, Social Talent
- Black Belt in Internet Recruitment – Social Talent
Languages
Italian (Native)
English (Fluent)
Spanish (Proficient)
Timeline
Lead Recruiter
AppLovin
07.2021 - 04.2025
Senior Recruiter (contract)
Amazon
01.2021 - 03.2021
Senior Recruiter (EMEA)
Learnlight
11.2018 - 04.2020
HR Advisor
Solvay
01.2017 - 07.2017
Recruiter (Ireland)
Accenture
01.2015 - 12.2015
Recruitment Consultant (UK & Ireland)
Adecco
03.2011 - 10.2014
Recruitment Consultant (contract)
MGI Recruitment
08.2010 - 11.2010
HR Generalist
Lufthansa
06.2003 - 04.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Political Sciences
University of Sassari
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