Michael J. Shelton
About Michael J. Shelton
Michael J. Shelton is a Talent Acquisition Lead at Azzur Group, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in recruitment, having held various roles in organizations such as PRA Health Sciences, Siemens Healthineers, and WuXi Advanced Therapies.
Current Role at Azzur Group
Michael J. Shelton serves as the Talent Acquisition Lead at Azzur Group, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he collaborates closely with business leaders to ensure that recruitment efforts align with the company's strategic objectives. He is responsible for developing and implementing recruitment marketing campaigns aimed at enhancing the employer brand. Additionally, he acts as a liaison with external recruitment sources, representing Azzur Group at job fairs and career days.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to his current role, Shelton worked as a Senior Recruiting Specialist at Azzur Group from 2020 to 2022. He also held the position of Talent Acquisition Advisor at Siemens Healthineers for eight months in 2019. His extensive background includes 14 years at PRA Health Sciences as a Senior Talent Sourcing Recruiter, where he focused on global talent acquisition. Shelton's career also includes roles at Telerx and WuXi Advanced Therapies, providing him with a diverse range of experiences in recruitment.
Education and Expertise
Michael J. Shelton studied at Rowan University, where he earned a degree in Business Management with a focus on Marketing from 1985 to 1989. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in talent acquisition and recruitment strategies. Shelton's career spans over two decades, during which he has developed a deep understanding of the recruitment landscape and best practices in the industry.
Mentorship and Professional Development
In his current role, Shelton actively mentors team members within the talent acquisition team to support their professional development. He proposes enhancements to existing recruitment policies and procedures in collaboration with the Director of Talent Acquisition. This commitment to mentorship and continuous improvement reflects his dedication to fostering a skilled and effective recruitment team.
Career Timeline
Michael J. Shelton's career in talent acquisition began in 1997 when he worked as an Executive Recruiting Consultant at Rice Cohen International. He transitioned to Telerx in 2001, where he served as a Recruiter until 2004. Following this, he spent 14 years at PRA Health Sciences, before moving to WuXi Advanced Therapies and then Siemens Healthineers. Shelton returned to Azzur Group in 2020, where he has continued to advance his career.