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Paul DeJesus

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Director, Talent Acquisition at Prudential Financial
📍 New York City Metropolitan Area, United States

Paul is a global talent leader specializing in recruiting strategy, particularly in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. With a BA from Fairfield University, he has a proven record of driving impactful initiatives at firms like Prudential, Adobe, and Bloomberg. Colleagues describe him as an innovative, positive, and inclusive thought partner with a keen eye for detail.

He is a passionate advocate for developing and retaining talent from historically marginalized communities. Paul has founded multiple programs aimed at creating awareness and opportunities, such as Adobe’s Black Executive Advisory Program, showcasing his commitment to mentorship and career progression for underrepresented groups.

Unique fact: Paul was selected as BNY Mellons first-ever Global Head of Diversity Recruiting, tasked with building the entire function from the ground up.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Director, Talent Acquisition
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
New York City Metropolitan Area, United States
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DEI in Hiring
A career-long focus, having held multiple leadership roles dedicated to diversity recruiting and increasing the hiring of women and underrepresented talent at major financial and tech firms.
Talent Development
He founded Adobe’s Black Executive Advisory Program and created a career journey mapping tool, showing a deep interest in employee growth and retention beyond initial hiring.
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Career

Work history

6-2024
Director, Talent Acquisition
Prudential Financial
7-2021 - 3-2024
Sr. Talent Acquisition Business Partner
Adobe
9-2018 - 7-2021
Sr. Recruiting Business Partner - Regional lead
CBRE
4-2016 - 10-2017
Head of Diversity Recruiting
Bloomberg LP
7-2013 - 12-2015
Vice President, Global Head of Diversity Recruiting
BNY Mellon
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BA
Fairfield University
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