Maria Hughes
About Maria Hughes
Maria Hughes is a Talent Acquisition Manager at Wizards of the Coast, where she has worked since 2022. With over 5 years of experience in staffing, she specializes in full-cycle recruitment and has held various roles in prominent companies throughout her career.
Work at Wizards of the Coast
Maria Hughes has been serving as the Talent Acquisition Manager at Wizards of the Coast since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the recruitment process and ensuring that the company attracts top talent. Her tenure at Wizards of the Coast follows her previous position as Senior Talent Partner, where she worked for seven months starting in 2021. Both roles were based in Renton, Washington, contributing to her extensive experience in the gaming industry.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Wizards of the Coast, Maria Hughes held several key positions in talent acquisition. She worked as a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at Holland America Line from 2016 to 2021, where she focused on recruitment strategies within the travel industry. Prior to that, she was a Staffing Consultant at Randstad Finance & Accounting from 2011 to 2013. Her early career included roles at Accountants International and Microsoft, where she gained valuable experience in recruiting and staffing.
Education and Expertise
Maria Hughes possesses over five years of experience in both agency and in-house staffing environments. She is skilled in full-cycle staffing, which includes screening, sourcing, recruiting, and selection for various roles. Her expertise extends to organizing and facilitating interviews, negotiating rates and salaries, and conducting reference and background checks. She is adept at partnering with hiring managers and HR groups to streamline the recruitment process.
Professional Skills
Maria Hughes is recognized for her exceptional customer service and strong work ethic. She has a creative and entrepreneurial spirit, which complements her strong presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills. Her passion lies in attracting top talent and developing long-standing relationships with clients and hiring managers, making her an asset in the talent acquisition field.
Background in Project Management
In addition to her recruitment expertise, Maria Hughes has a background in project management. She served as Project & Office Manager at Madison House Ltd. from 2006 to 2010, where she managed various projects and office operations. This experience has contributed to her organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.