Emily Souder
About Emily Souder
Emily Souder is a Senior Sales Recruiter with a background in psychology and art history. She has extensive experience in talent acquisition, having held various recruitment roles at companies such as Zendesk and Handshake.
Current Role at Handshake
Emily Souder serves as a Senior Sales Recruiter at Handshake, where she has been employed since 2023. In this remote position, she utilizes her extensive experience in recruitment to identify and attract top talent for sales roles. Her background in talent acquisition enables her to implement effective strategies that align with the company's goals.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Emily Souder has a diverse background in recruitment, having held various roles at notable companies. She worked at Zendesk in multiple capacities, including Talent Acquisition Manager GTM/CX and Lead GTM Recruiter. Her experience also includes positions at The Sourcery, Citizen, and DoubleDutch, where she focused on sourcing and recruiting talent. This progression from sourcing to senior recruitment roles highlights her expertise in the field.
Educational Background
Emily Souder earned her Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from Pitzer College, where she studied Psychology and Art History from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, she spent 11 months studying at Università degli Studi di Parma in 2011. Her educational background provides her with a unique perspective that enhances her recruitment strategies.
Diversity Recruitment Certification
Emily holds a Certified Diversity Recruiter (CDR) designation, which signifies her commitment to promoting diversity within hiring practices. This certification reflects her understanding of the importance of inclusive recruitment and her ability to implement strategies that foster diverse talent acquisition.
Remote Work Experience
Emily Souder has experience working remotely, which aligns with her current role at Handshake. Her ability to adapt to remote work environments demonstrates her flexibility and capability in managing recruitment processes from various locations.