Rachel Arribas
About Rachel Arribas
Rachel Arribas is a Talent Manager at Kforce Inc, specializing in direct hire and permanent placement of finance and accounting professionals in the Greater Boston area. With a background in retail management and a degree in Fashion Merchandising & Retail Marketing, she also actively participates in the local Lindy Hop dance community and enjoys bouldering.
Work at Kforce
Rachel Arribas has served as a Talent Manager for Direct Hire and Permanent Placement at Kforce Inc since 2019. In this role, she specializes in the permanent placement of finance and accounting professionals in the Greater Boston area. Rachel provides coaching to hiring managers on onboarding programs and candidate retention strategies, enhancing the recruitment process for her clients. Her experience includes working with a diverse range of companies, from Fortune 500 firms to small CPA firms, which allows her to tailor her approach to meet various organizational needs.
Previous Experience in Retail Management
Before joining Kforce, Rachel Arribas gained valuable retail management experience. She worked as an Assistant Store Manager at Disney Store from 2012 to 2017, where she developed her leadership and customer service skills. Following her tenure at Disney, she served as an Assistant Store Manager at Sperry from 2017 to 2019. These roles contributed to her expertise in team management and operational efficiency in a retail environment.
Education and Expertise
Rachel Arribas studied Fashion Merchandising and Retail Marketing at Johnson & Wales University. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in marketing principles and consumer behavior, which she applies in her current role in talent management. Her expertise includes negotiating complex compensation packages for candidates, demonstrating her understanding of market trends and candidate needs.
Community Engagement and Hobbies
In addition to her professional commitments, Rachel Arribas actively participates in the local Lindy Hop dance community. She also engages in bouldering at a rock gym during her free time. These activities reflect her commitment to maintaining a balanced lifestyle and connecting with her community outside of work.