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Kara Goodbrand

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Head of Talent Acquisition at L&G – Asset Management, America
📍 Chicago, Illinois, United States

Kara is the Head of Talent Acquisition at L&G – Asset Management, America, specializing in recruiting for the financial services industry. A University of Wales graduate, she holds certifications in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and serves as the DE&I Director for the Junior League of Chicago.

An avid marathon runner, Kara has completed the Chicago Marathon and is running the London Marathon to raise money for Ronald McDonald House Charities. She is deeply committed to her community, holding a leadership position with the Junior League and supporting organizations that tackle poverty and its effects.

Originally from the UK, Kara is running the London Marathon for a British charity, a personal goal she has pursued for many years.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
Head of Talent Acquisition
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Diversity & Inclusion
Holds multiple DEI certifications and serves as the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Director on the Board of the Junior League of Chicago.
Community Leadership
Demonstrates active leadership through her board position at the Junior League of Chicago and fundraising for community-focused initiatives.
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Career

Work history

3-2022
Head of Talent Acquisition
L&G – Asset Management, America
4-2019 - 3-2022
Manager, Talent Acquisition
L&G – Asset Management, America
11-2016 - 3-2019
Vice President, Senior Recruiting Consultant - Asset Management
Northern Trust Corporation
7-2015 - 11-2016
2nd Vice President, Executive Search
Northern Trust Corporation
7-2015
Engagement Manager
Keene Advisory Group - Executive Search Consultants
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Education
Master of Science (MSc)
UNIVERSITY OF WALES
Bachelor of Science (BSc) (Hons)
UNIVERSITY OF WALES
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