Monica Palmer
About Monica Palmer
Monica Palmer is a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner with extensive experience in recruiting and talent strategy. She has worked in various roles across multiple organizations, including The Standard, Motus Recruiting and Staffing, and McGriff, Seibels & Williams.
Current Role at The Standard
Monica Palmer serves as a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at The Standard, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for leading recruitment efforts and aligning talent acquisition strategies with the organization's broader HR and enterprise goals. She has contributed to the Candidate Experience journey audit and process improvement project, enhancing the overall recruitment process. Her work is focused on ensuring that the internal recruiting team operates effectively and efficiently.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to her current role, Monica Palmer worked at several organizations in various capacities related to talent acquisition. She was a Senior Lead Recruiter at Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc. from 2013 to 2018, where she honed her skills in recruiting and staffing. She also served as a Talent Acquisition Partner at M Financial Group for one year in 2019. Additionally, she held a position in Enterprise Account Management at McGriff, Seibels & Williams from 2009 to 2013, contributing to her extensive experience in the field.
Early Career at Western Washington University
Monica Palmer began her career as a Trade Book Assistant at Western Washington University from 2006 to 2009. During her three years in this role, she gained valuable experience in a university setting, which laid the foundation for her future work in recruitment and talent acquisition. Her time at the university coincided with her studies in English Language and Literature, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree.
Education and Training Background
Monica Palmer studied at Western Washington University, where she achieved a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Language and Literature from 2005 to 2009. In addition to her undergraduate education, she has also studied at Morgan Method, further enhancing her skills and knowledge in talent acquisition and leadership. This educational background supports her expertise in coaching and training within the recruiting field.
Leadership and Coaching Skills
Monica Palmer provides broad servant leadership to her internal recruiting team. She focuses on training, coaching, and offering thought partnership to enhance the team's effectiveness. Her role involves coaching executives and manager partners on recruiting strategies and talent planning, ensuring that the organization attracts and retains top talent. Her leadership approach emphasizes collaboration and continuous improvement in recruitment practices.