Michelle Clements
About Michelle Clements
Michelle Clements is a Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition and Executive Recruiter at Kite Pharma, specializing in recruiting for roles in Research, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and Clinical Development. She has extensive experience in executive recruiting within the biotech sector, having previously worked at Amgen and ADP in various talent acquisition and client relationship roles.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Michelle Clements serves as the Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition and Executive Recruiter at Kite Pharma. She has held this position since 2022, where she specializes in recruiting for roles within Research, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and Clinical Development. Her focus on talent acquisition is specifically tailored to the biotech and pharmaceutical industries, emphasizing research and development roles.
Previous Experience at Amgen
Prior to her current role, Michelle worked at Amgen as a Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant from 2012 to 2020. During her eight years at Amgen, she operated in a remote capacity, contributing to the recruitment processes within the organization. Her experience at Amgen provided her with a strong foundation in talent acquisition within the biotech sector.
Experience at ADP
Michelle held multiple roles at ADP, where she worked from 2011 to 2020. Initially, she served as a Client Relationship Manager for four years in Findlay, OH, before advancing to the position of Senior Client Relationship Manager from 2015 to 2020. In these roles, she developed skills in client management and relationship building, which are essential in recruitment.
Education and Expertise
Michelle studied at Bowling Green State University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science from 2005 to 2009. Her educational background complements her expertise in executive recruiting, particularly for high-level positions in the biotech sector. This combination of education and experience positions her as a knowledgeable professional in talent acquisition.
Career Progression at Kite Pharma
Michelle's career at Kite Pharma began as a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner from 2021 to 2022, before she transitioned to her current role as Senior Manager Talent Acquisition and Executive Recruiter. This progression highlights her commitment to the organization and her ability to adapt to increasing responsibilities within the talent acquisition domain.