Emma Kung
About Emma Kung
Emma Kung is a Talent Acquisition Partner with experience in recruitment and talent acquisition across various organizations. She has a background in Gender and Sexuality Studies and Sociology from Vanderbilt University and is passionate about enhancing candidate experiences through transparency and collaboration.
Current Role at Slice
Emma Kung currently serves as a Talent Acquisition Partner at Slice, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she oversees non-technical talent acquisition efforts in both the US and UK. Emma's responsibilities include improving candidate experience through transparency, collaboration, and respect. She has been instrumental in integrating into existing teams and has experience acting as the first or only Talent Acquisition hire.
Previous Experience at Slice
Prior to her current role, Emma worked at Slice as a Recruiter for eight months in 2023. During this time, she contributed to the recruitment process and helped enhance the company's talent acquisition strategies. Her experience at Slice has provided her with valuable insights into the company's culture and hiring needs.
Career Background in Talent Acquisition
Emma has a diverse background in talent acquisition, having worked as a Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant at IQTalent from 2022 to 2023. She also served as a Talent Acquisition Consultant at the same company from 2021 to 2022. This experience has equipped her with skills in recruiting and candidate engagement, further enhancing her capabilities in her current role.
Educational Background
Emma Kung earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Gender and Sexuality Studies and Sociology from Vanderbilt University, where she studied from 2017 to 2021. Her education has provided her with a strong foundation in understanding diverse perspectives, which is beneficial in her talent acquisition efforts.
Early Career and Interests
Before her roles in talent acquisition, Emma worked at Vui's Kitchen as a Team Member in 2020 and held various positions during her time at Vanderbilt University, including Program Facilitator and Director of Social Events for Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity. Outside of her professional life, Emma enjoys exploring new food experiences and engages in plant propagation as a hobby. She identifies as an ENFJ personality type and has a strong affinity for animals.