Jescy Williams

Talent Acquisition Professional

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

About

A passionate and high-achieving Syracuse University graduate with dual BAs in Political Science and Political Philosophy.

Experience

  • Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Partners & Counsel at McDermott Will & Emery
    Jan 2025 - Oct 2025 · 10 mos

  • Recruitment Coordinator at Vinson & Elkins
    Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 · 1 yr

    In my previous role, I leveraged my expertise in recruitment and talent management to drive strategic initiatives across entry-level and lateral recruitment. I coordinated efforts to attract, evaluate, and hire summer associates through resume reviews, interviews, and outreach, while also fostering their development through mentoring, training, and experiential learning programs. I organized recruitment events and activities, supported law school engagement efforts, and collaborated with the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion team to advance hiring strategies for diverse candidates. Additionally, I managed logistical tasks such as drafting offer letters, processing diligence paperwork, and maintaining applicant tracking systems. Demonstrating strong organizational and communication skills, I thrived in a fast-paced environment, effectively partnered with all levels of management, and ensured confidentiality and sound judgment in all recruitment efforts. My responsibilities also extended to event planning and occasional travel to support law school outreach events.

  • Recruiting Coordinator at The Ford Agency
    Oct 2022 - Dec 2023 · 1 yr 3 mos

    Position focused on providing administrative assistance throughout the recruitment process, including scheduling and coordinating internal and external interviews. Responsible for maintaining accurate records in Applicant Tracking System and SharePoint, overseeing document management and filing, and creating job descriptions, client contracts, and Excel spreadsheets. Conducted candidate reference checks, employment verifications, and facilitated software assessments through SHL platform. Managed job postings on agency's website and LinkedIn while answering and transferring incoming phone calls to support seamless recruitment operations.

  • Account Representative at Carahsoft
    May 2022 - Sep 2022 · 5 mos

    Position focused on identifying, qualifying, and closing federal, state, and local level government opportunities. Responsible for client relationship development, proposal writing, new business development, and setting revenue expectations. Work effectively within an assigned territory to maximize sales potential, generate leads, qualify opportunities, and forecast the pipeline.

  • Hostess at Barcelona Wine Bar
    Jun 2021 - Jan 2022 · 8 mos

    Responsible for greeting guests with a warm and welcoming charisma. Responsible for presenting menus to guests. Communicating and collaborating with restaurant staff to ensure guest satisfaction at all times. Efficiently seating customers in ways that best optimize the capacity of the restaurant. Maintaining a waitlist of customers during busy shifts. Answering phone calls and assisting guests with any questions they may have.