Lee Holifield
About Lee Holifield
Lee Holifield serves as the Head of Talent Acquisition Americas at SWIFT, a position she has held since 2022. With extensive experience in recruitment and talent acquisition across various companies, she has a strong focus on diversity, inclusion, and leadership development.
Work at SWIFT
Lee Holifield has been serving as the Head of Talent Acquisition Americas at SWIFT since 2022. Based in Manassas, Virginia, she oversees recruitment strategies and initiatives across the Americas region. Her role involves aligning talent acquisition efforts with the company's strategic goals and enhancing the recruitment process to attract top talent.
Previous Experience at Visa
Prior to her current role, Lee Holifield spent a significant portion of her career at Visa. She held various positions including Senior Recruiter from 2011 to 2013, Talent Acquisition Manager from 2013 to 2015, and Director of Global Talent Acquisition from 2015 to 2021. During her tenure, she focused on developing recruitment methodologies and implementing diversity and inclusion strategies within the workforce.
Career Background at HSBC
Lee Holifield worked at HSBC in multiple roles, including Vice President, Segment Lead, Talent Acquisition from 2010 to 2011, and Talent Acquisition Segment Lead from 2008 to 2010. She also served as a Senior Recruiter and Territory Campus Recruiter between 2005 and 2008. Her experience at HSBC contributed to her expertise in recruitment strategy and workforce planning.
Education and Expertise
Lee Holifield earned her MBA from Jacksonville University, completing her studies from 1999 to 2003. She also holds a BA in Russian Studies from Washington and Lee University, where she studied from 1989 to 1993. Her educational background supports her extensive knowledge in talent acquisition and recruitment processes, enabling her to build strong programs and infrastructure.
Leadership and Strategic Skills
In her roles, Lee Holifield has demonstrated a commitment to developing leadership skills in her direct reports. She possesses strategic global leadership capabilities, with proven success in workforce planning, budgeting, and change management. Her experience encompasses various recruitment methods, including internal, contingent, campus, and executive recruitment.