Alem Habtay
About Alem Habtay
Alem Habtay is a Senior Recruiting Manager at Big Health, specializing in talent acquisition strategies for start-ups and mature organizations. With extensive experience in program management and a strong focus on diversity and inclusion, he has held various roles in recruiting and account management across several notable companies.
Current Role at Big Health
Alem Habtay serves as the Senior Recruiting Manager at Big Health since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the recruitment process and aligning talent acquisition strategies with the company's objectives. His position emphasizes the importance of hiring top talent to support the organization's growth and mission.
Previous Experience in Recruiting
Alem has a diverse background in technical recruiting, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He was a Technical Recruiter at Palantir Technologies from 2019 to 2020. Prior to that, he held several positions at Twill, including Senior Technical Recruiter, Technical Recruiting Manager, and Director of Technical Recruiting between 2021 and 2023. His experience spans both start-up environments and established companies.
Expertise in Talent Acquisition Strategies
Alem possesses expertise in designing talent acquisition strategies tailored for start-up environments. He has experience in program and budget management related to talent acquisition and employee engagement. His hands-on approach to leadership and management has been instrumental in aligning talent acquisition programs with business strategies.
Educational Background
Alem studied at the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. This educational background contributes to his analytical skills and ability to approach complex problems in talent acquisition.
Skills and Tools Proficiency
Alem is skilled in data analysis, reporting, and forecasting to support talent acquisition and business objectives. He is proficient in various technical tools such as Bamboo, Greenhouse, Lever, LinkedIn Recruiter, Asana, Jira, Slack, and Google Suite, which enhance the efficiency of the recruitment process.