Stefani B

@stefanybalos

Strategic Career Researcher and Talent Acquisition Specialist

Montenegro
Romanian, Serbian, English, Spanish
About me
Strategic Career Researcher and Talent Acquisition Specialist with 6+ years in US and EU markets. Expert in full-cycle recruitment, executive career strategy, and data-driven market analysis. As a polyglot (Romanian, English, Serbian, Spanish) with a BA in Philology, I bring a cross-cultural perspective to building high-performing teams. I specialize in Strategic Market Research, CEE Expertise, and Talent Strategy to drive portfolio growth. I help leaders navigate complex markets to drive real business impact.... Read more

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Work experience

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Career Hustle

Full-time • 3 yrs 7 mos

STRATEGIC CAREER RESEARCHER

Mar 2026 - Present • 2 mos

Results driven Career Strategist and Researcher, I work closely with senior-level professionals to help them navigate today’s complex job market. By combining in-depth market research with a strong understanding of product leadership and strategic roles. My focus is on uncovering opportunities that go beyond the job description roles where experienced leaders can make a real business impact and help drive innovation. I’m passionate about using data, staying highly organized, and building meaningful professional connections. Market Analysis • Strategic Planning • Executive Search • Data-Driven Research • Stakeholder Management • Leadership Advisory • Innovation Strategy • Opportunity Mapping

TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST

Dec 2023 - May 2026 • 2 yrs 5 mos

Orchestrated the end to end recruitment process, from identifying client needs and strategic sourcing to final placement and candidate onboarding. Acted as a primary point of contact for clients within the US logistics sector, providing expert consultation on market trends and delivering regular progress reports on the talent pipeline. Leveraged advanced sourcing techniques (Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, and specialized job boards) to identify and engage top tier sales professionals in the competitive US market. Conducted in depth behavioral interviews and pre screening assessments to ensure a high quality match, focusing on long term retention and cultural fit. Proactively built and maintained a robust talent network, significantly reducing time to hire and ensuring a consistent flow of qualified candidates for urgent business needs. Consultative Sales • Talent Sourcing • LinkedIn Recruiter • Behavioral Interviewing • Market Trends Analysis • Strategic Recruitment • Pipeline Management • Client Consultation • Performance Marketing

FINANCIAL OPERATIONS & RECRUITMENT COORDINATOR

Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 • 1 yr

Oversaw invoicing, expense tracking, and vendor payments, optimizing cash flow and maintaining impeccable financial records. Directed the end to end recruitment process for CDL drivers, from sourcing and interviewing to final placement. Conducted rigorous background checks and FMCSA compliance audits, ensuring all new hires met strict federal safety standards and company policies. Implemented a new digital tracking system for driver expenses, reducing administrative errors by 20% and speeding up the reimbursement process. Financial Operations • Process Optimization • Compliance Auditing • CRM Systems • Payroll Management • Data Accuracy • Federal Regulations • Operational Efficiency