Jim Schwab
About Jim Schwab
Jim Schwab serves as the Head of Talent at Synctera, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in talent acquisition, having held various roles at Fisher Investments and Envestnet | Yodlee, and has implemented strategies to enhance recruitment processes and promote diversity.
Current Role at Synctera
Jim Schwab serves as the Head of Talent at Synctera, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing and executing talent acquisition strategies that align with the company's growth objectives. He created a detailed weekly pipeline report to capture data from all recruitment groups, enhancing the recruitment process's efficiency and effectiveness.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to his current role, Jim Schwab worked at Envestnet | Yodlee as Global Senior Talent Acquisition from 2017 to 2021. He also held various positions at Fisher Investments, including Talent Acquisition Advisor from 2013 to 2017, Human Capital - Private Client Group in 2011, and Client Operations/Client Services in 2012. His experience spans over a decade in talent acquisition and human resources.
Educational Background
Jim Schwab completed his high school education at Lake Forest High School. He furthered his studies at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he earned a degree in Economics. This educational background supports his expertise in talent acquisition and human capital management.
Achievements in Recruitment Strategy
Jim Schwab has successfully transitioned recruitment teams from a transactional model to a full-cycle model, emphasizing proactive sourcing and communication. He has implemented a DEI strategy into the recruitment process to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion. Additionally, he established partnerships with institutions like Duke University and NYC FinTech Women to promote a well-rounded workforce.
Cost Reduction and Brand Engagement Initiatives
During his career, Jim Schwab has successfully reduced external agency spending by an average of $10,000 to $20,000 per month. He partnered with the Growth Marketing Manager to enhance brand engagement on LinkedIn, contributing to the overall visibility and attractiveness of the employer brand.