Luke Woods
About Luke Woods
Luke Woods is a Technical Recruiter with a background in education and extensive experience in recruitment across various industries. He has worked for several companies, including Benefitfocus, Tentek, and Sudina Search, and provides career guidance to candidates while leveraging his teaching experience to improve recruitment strategies.
Work at Benefitfocus
Luke Woods has been employed at Benefitfocus as a Technical Recruiter since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for identifying and attracting top talent in the technology sector. His experience in recruitment allows him to effectively engage with candidates and understand their career aspirations. Woods leverages his skills to enhance the recruitment process and contribute to the company's talent acquisition goals.
Education and Expertise
Luke Woods holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Secondary Education and History from Salisbury University, which he attended from 2006 to 2010. He also completed his secondary education at Bel Air High School from 2000 to 2004. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in recruitment, particularly in understanding the needs of candidates and the educational qualifications relevant to various positions.
Background in Teaching
Before transitioning into recruitment, Luke Woods worked as a Social Studies Teacher at Harford County Public Schools from 2010 to 2013. This experience in education has informed his approach to recruitment, allowing him to utilize teaching skills to enhance candidate engagement and communication. His background in education contributes to his understanding of the skills and qualifications necessary for various roles.
Previous Recruitment Experience
Prior to his current role at Benefitfocus, Luke Woods held several positions in recruitment. He worked as a Senior Technical Recruiter at Tentek, Inc. from 2019 to 2020, and at Sudina Search as a Senior Technical Recruiter from 2020 to 2021. He also served as an Executive Recruiter in IT at Sudina Search from 2014 to 2018. His diverse recruitment experience spans various locations, including Los Angeles, California, and Hunt Valley, Maryland.
Career Guidance and Consultation
In addition to his recruitment responsibilities, Luke Woods provides resume consultation and career-related guidance to candidates across various industries. His ability to assist candidates in navigating their career paths reflects his commitment to fostering long-term relationships with top-level talent in Information Technology, Marketing, and HR sectors.