Nicole O'brien
About Nicole O'brien
Nicole O'Brien is a Sourcing Manager at Index Exchange, where she has worked since 2019. With a background in recruitment and retail management, she emphasizes guided-autonomy, diversity in leadership, and people development in her professional approach.
Current Role at Index Exchange
Nicole O'Brien serves as a Sourcing Manager at Index Exchange, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she focuses on sourcing strategies that align with the company's objectives. Her responsibilities include identifying talent and fostering relationships that support the organization's growth. She emphasizes the importance of guided-autonomy and diversity in leadership, contributing to a collaborative work environment.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Before her current role, Nicole O'Brien worked as a Senior Technical Recruiter at CaseWare International Inc. from 2017 to 2018. In this capacity, she specialized in recruiting technical talent, enhancing the company’s workforce. Additionally, she served as an IT Resource Specialist at TAL Group from 2014 to 2017, where she focused on IT recruitment for various clients, further developing her expertise in sourcing and talent acquisition.
Background in Retail Management
Nicole O'Brien has extensive experience in retail management. She worked as a Store Manager at BCBG Max Azria for seven months in 2009. Prior to that, she held the position of Assistant Manager at Jacob from 2005 to 2007. Her experience in retail also includes roles as a Fashion Associate & Keyholder at Reitmans (Smart Set Division) from 2011 to 2014 and as a Customer Experience Supervisor at Banana Republic / Gap Inc. from 2007 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Nicole O'Brien studied at Ryerson University, where she earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree with a focus on Business Management and Human Resources Management. Her education provided her with a solid foundation in business principles, which she applies in her professional roles. This academic background complements her practical experience in both recruitment and retail management.
Core Values and Professional Philosophy
Nicole O'Brien is driven by core principles of integrity, ethical business practices, and a commitment to quality in her work. She advocates for people development and believes in leveraging individual strengths to achieve organizational goals. Her professional philosophy emphasizes the importance of fostering a trust-based work environment that encourages collaboration among team members.