Lesley Rutz stands out as a highly skilled and Certified Diversity Recruiter with a formidable presence in the talent acquisition landscape, evidenced by a vast network of over 7,000 LinkedIn connections. With a robust background in executive retained search, recruitment process outsourcing, and corporate recruiting, Rutz has excelled in delivering top-tier talent across a multitude of industries—ranging from Healthcare, Legal, Public Affairs, Government Affairs, and Information Technology to HR, Project Management, Marketing/Communications, BPO, Sourcing/Procurement, Logistics/Supply Chain, Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods, and beyond.

Currently serving as a Senior Talent Advisor for Corporate Functions at Gilead Sciences, a trailblazer in biotechnology research, Rutz is renowned for establishing profound client relationships and driving success through a metrics-oriented approach. With a talent for filling complex and diversified roles, Rutz has consistently proven to be a remarkable asset, developing an impressive record in placing professionals at all levels of expertise. Boasting technical proficiencies in a wide array of recruitment platforms and tools, including Taleo, Phenom, Yello, Rooster, Workday, Talent Neuron, and more, Rutz adeptly navigates the talent acquisition sphere with finesse and strategic acumen.

Rutz's career history encompasses pivotal roles where they have served as a strategic talent advisor, client manager, and senior talent acquisition specialist, demonstrating a singular ability to manage full life-cycle recruitment processes that cater to varied organizational needs. With a foundation in art history from Florida Atlantic University, Rutz has molded a unique professional path that has been marked by innovation, adaptability, and unwavering commitment to excellence in the recruitment domain.