Jessica Shi
About Jessica Shi
Jessica Shi is a Senior Technical Recruiter currently working at Lumen5 and has extensive experience in recruitment and operations. She co-founded Targeted Talent and serves as Director of Operations at Cerberus Consulting, focusing on HR strategies and promoting diversity in hiring.
Current Role at Lumen5
Jessica Shi serves as a Senior Technical Recruiter at Lumen5, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for recruiting a variety of technical positions, including Senior Fullstack Developers, DevOps Engineers, and Motion Graphics Designers. Her focus is on aligning recruitment strategies with the company's needs while promoting diversity of thought within the hiring process.
Experience at Targeted Talent
Jessica co-founded Targeted Talent in 2018 and currently holds the position of Director of Operations. In this capacity, she supports local tech companies by developing HR strategies and addressing their hiring needs. Her work emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process, reflecting her passion for understanding others' experiences.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current roles, Jessica held various positions that contributed to her expertise in recruitment and client relations. She worked as a Fashion Stylist at Club Monaco for two months in 2016, and as a Client Specialist at Hong Yuan Securities Co., Ltd for five months in 2015. Additionally, she served as a Recruitment Operation Manager for My Job Tank at Wailian Group from 2017 to 2018.
Educational Background
Jessica Shi studied at the University of Toronto, where she completed a Bachelor of Science with a double major in Physiology and Psychology from 2010 to 2015. She is also pursuing a Certificate in Human Resources Management at Simon Fraser University, which she began in 2019. Her educational background supports her roles in recruitment and operations.
Focus on Diversity and Inclusion
Jessica is passionate about fostering conversations around diversity and inclusion in the workplace. She actively encourages diverse perspectives in recruitment, aiming to create a more inclusive environment within the tech industry. Her commitment to understanding the experiences of others informs her approach to HR strategies and hiring practices.