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Talent Acquisition Leaders Podcast - Recruiting, Staffing, Human Resources

Turning TA Into a Strategic Asset with Assil Omar of AbbVie

Jan 7, 2025
28:37

Host Ryan Dull is joined by Assil Omar, Chief Equity Officer and Vice President, Talent Acquisition of AbbVie. They discuss her unique career journey, the transformation of TA at AbbVie and how the balance between human capital and technology is driving their success.


Key Takeaways:


(02:40) Assil Omar’s background and entry into TA at AbbVie.

(08:21) AbbVie’s organizational structure and TA function.

(12:45) The impact of AbbVie’s acquisition of Allergan during COVID.

(14:09) Establishing a transformation office to revamp TA.

(20:46) Implementing a new operating model and aligning staff globally.

(22:36) The importance of hiring manager feedback and measuring success through key TA metrics.

(24:54) Balancing technology with the human element in TA.

(29:02) Assil’s advice for career development in TA.


Resources Mentioned:


Assil Omar | LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/assil-omar/


AbbVie | LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbvie/


AbbVie | Website

https://www.abbvie.com




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