Clara O'Brien

Clara O'Brien, PHR, CSSR, CIR, is an experienced talent acquisition professional with a robust background in recruitment and human resources. Currently serving as Deputy Director of Talent Acquisition at Sound Transit since October 2017, Clara has played a pivotal role in developing strategic recruitment plans tailored to the organization’s needs. Prior experience includes key positions at Boeing, PACCAR, and Roca Sanitario, where Clara successfully executed recruitment strategies, improved hiring processes, and managed various HR functions. Clara holds a degree in Psychology from Universitat de Barcelona and has demonstrated proficiency in overseeing high-volume recruitment, improving HR metrics, and fostering relationships with educational institutions and community organizations.