Taís Silva
About Taís Silva
Taís Silva is the Head of Recruiting at Thoughtworks, with over 12 years of experience in Human Resources, particularly in Talent Acquisition. She has held various roles in companies such as Honeywell, UnitedHealth Group, and Hewlett-Packard, and holds multiple certifications in coaching and assessment methodologies.
Current Role at ThoughtWorks
Taís Silva serves as the Head of Recruiting at ThoughtWorks, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she oversees the recruitment strategies and processes for the company, which is based in Chicago, Illinois. Her responsibilities include developing talent acquisition initiatives and ensuring that the organization attracts top talent across various sectors.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to her current role, Taís Silva held several positions in talent acquisition. She worked as the South America Talent Acquisition Manager at Honeywell from 2013 to 2016, and later as a Talent Acquisition Manager at UnitedHealth Group from 2017 to 2018. She also served as the Talent Acquisition Strategic Sourcing Lead at Hewlett-Packard from 2011 to 2013. Her diverse experience spans multiple industries, including IT and healthcare.
Educational Background
Taís Silva has a solid educational foundation in marketing and management. She studied Marketing at Universidade Brasil from 2004 to 2007 and later pursued Management at Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie from 2008 to 2010. Additionally, she holds a postgraduate degree in Strategic People Management from Mackenzie University. She furthered her education with the MBTI Certification Program at the Myers & Briggs Foundation in 2016.
Certifications and Skills
Taís Silva is a Certified Professional Coach, having received her certification from the Instituto Brasileiro de Coaching (IBC). She is also certified in DISC Methodology, which enhances her capabilities in understanding team dynamics and individual behaviors. Fluent in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, she possesses strong communication skills that support her work in diverse environments.
Industry Experience and Expertise
With over 12 years of experience in Human Resources, Taís Silva specializes in Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partner roles. Her expertise spans various industries, including IT, industrial automation, life sciences, and oil & gas. This extensive background enables her to implement effective recruitment strategies tailored to the specific needs of different sectors.