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Vasyl G.

Toronto, Canada

$40/hr
4.9
41 jobs

I'm an HR recruiter who turns hiring headaches into hiring wins. Need an IT recruiter who actually delivers? I've helped tech companies cut time-to-hire by 32-46% while improving candidate quality - not sacrificing it. What I do as a Recruiter🎯 As your IT recruiting and talent sourcing partner, I handle everything from LinkedIn recruiting to executive search. I'm a headhunter and talent acquisition specialist who fills engineering, product, C-level, and go-to-market roles for Web3, SaaS, fintech, blockchain, and cybersecurity companies worldwide. My recruiter approach combines aggressive candidate sourcing with a systematic process. I function as your virtual assistant for recruitment operations - managing sourcing, screening, interview coordination, offer negotiation, and onboarding. This recruiter doesn't just send resumes and vanish. Services & Recruitment Expertise 💼 📌IT Recruiting & Technical Talent Sourcing: As your dedicated Talent Sourcer, Recruiter, HR and Headhunter, I build industry-specific candidate pipelines through advanced LinkedIn recruiting, Boolean search mastery, competitor mapping, and community infiltration. My talent acquisition strategies reach passive candidates your competitors miss. 📌Full-Cycle Recruitment Management: Beyond candidate sourcing, I coordinate interviews, conduct video prescreens, align stakeholders, and maintain weekly pipeline monitoring. Think recruiter + virtual assistant + HR partner in one. 📌Executive Search & Leadership Hiring: When recruiting senior talent, I bring headhunter-level discretion and sophisticated compensation negotiation. My executive search methodology targets CTOs, VPs of Engineering, Chief Product Officers, and technical founders with proven scaling experience. 📌Interview Calibration & Hiring Process Optimization: This recruiter builds standardized assessment protocols, ensuring consistent evaluation criteria across your team. Better interview-to-offer ratios through systematic talent acquisition, not guesswork. Real Recruiter Results 📊 My IT recruiting and talent sourcing track record: ⚡ 46% faster hiring velocity for precision equipment tech company (3 placements) ⚡ 33% time-to-hire improvement for data security software firm ⚡ 32% faster closes for advertising tech platform ⚡ 21-day average fill time across concurrent recruitment engagements ⚡ Built a sustainable hiring infrastructure enabling 10x growth scalability These numbers come from disciplined recruiter execution - aggressive candidate sourcing, relentless LinkedIn recruiting, and headhunter persistence regardless of market difficulty. Technical Recruiting Specializations 🚀 Engineering Roles: As an IT recruiter specializing in technical talent sourcing, I fill full-stack developers, blockchain engineers, protocol architects, DevOps specialists, security researchers, and technical co-founders. Product & Growth: My recruiting expertise covers product managers, growth marketers, agile coaches, business development leaders, and go-to-market executives. Executive Search: When you need C-level talent acquisition, I, as a headhunter, deliver, targeting leadership with proven track records in competitive markets. How I Work as Your Recruiter 🤝 I integrate as your embedded talent sourcer and HR Recruiter, not a distant vendor. You get weekly pipeline reviews, proactive problem-solving, and transparent candidate sourcing metrics. My LinkedIn recruiting, interview coordination, and offer management run seamlessly alongside your internal recruitment team. As both recruiter and virtual assistant for recruitment operations, I handle the administrative burden - job descriptions, ATS management, candidate experience, hiring analytics - so your leadership focuses on evaluation and selection. Why Choose Me As An IT Recruiter? ✨ Specialized Headhunter Focus: I'm not a generalist recruiter dabbling in IT recruiting. I exclusively serve tech companies competing for scarce technical talent. My candidate sourcing channels reflect years of relationship-building in specific communities. Complete Talent Acquisition Ownership: You're hiring a recruiter who owns the entire process -assessment design, interview calibration, reference checks, offer negotiation, closing support. Not just LinkedIn profiles dumped in your inbox. Speed Meets Quality: My talent sourcing balances headhunter urgency with thorough evaluation. Aggressive recruitment timelines don't compromise candidate quality. Every engagement maintains the same standard of excellence. Long-Term HR Partnership: Post-hire, I support onboarding and provide replacement guarantees. This recruiter relationship extends beyond signatures into an ongoing talent acquisition partnership. Ready to Hire Smarter? 💪 If your hiring velocity lags expectations, if candidate sourcing produces generic applicants, or if you lack a dedicated recruiter, let's fix it. Your competition already has its recruiter advantage. Time to build yours. 🎯

  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • IT Recruiting
  • Recruiting
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • Boolean Search
  • Recruiting Process Consulting
  • Internet Recruiting
  • Candidate Evaluation
  • Resume Screening
  • Human Resource Management
  • Job Posting
  • Sourcing
  • Applicant Tracking Systems
  • Administrative Support
  • Data Entry
  • Lead Generation
  • Personnel Selection
  • Candidate Interview Consulting
Usman R.

Bahawalpur, Pakistan

$15/hr
4.9
123 jobs

I help businesses grow by delivering both high-quality talent and qualified leads through advanced sourcing, market research, and AI-assisted workflows. With several years of experience in Recruiting, Talent Sourcing, B2B Lead Generation, and Data Research, I support startups and established companies in building strong sales pipelines and hiring top-tier professionals efficiently. By combining traditional sourcing methods with modern AI-powered research tools, I provide accurate, verified, and results-driven solutions tailored to each client’s goals. Whether you need qualified business leads, targeted prospect lists, or exceptional candidates for your team, I can help streamline the entire process with speed and precision. Most recently, I have been supporting companies using LinkedIn Recruiter, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo, Crunchbase, and GPT-powered workflows to improve both recruitment and outbound prospecting processes. My experience with CRM systems, ATS platforms, and data enrichment tools allows me to manage projects efficiently while maintaining high accuracy and quality standards. My Expertise: – Talent Sourcing & Recruiting – LinkedIn Recruiter & Boolean Search – B2B Lead Generation & Prospecting – Candidate Sourcing & Headhunting – Email Sourcing & Verification – Lead Research & Data Enrichment – Recruitment Consulting & Hiring Support – CRM & ATS Management – Market Research & Contact List Building – AI-Assisted Research & Workflow Automation Tools & Platforms: – LinkedIn Recruiter Premium – LinkedIn Sales Navigator – Apollo – Crunchbase – RocketReach – ContactOut – HubSpot CRM – Airtable – Google Sheets – ICIMS – ZOHO Recruit – BambooHR – Workable – Jobvite – Salesforce – Microsoft Dynamics 365 – GPT & AI-powered research tools What I Can Do For You: – Source and recruit high-quality candidates aligned with your hiring goals. – Generate verified and targeted B2B leads for sales outreach. – Build customized lead and candidate databases for niche industries. – Conduct advanced LinkedIn and Boolean searches to identify ideal prospects or talent. – Verify emails and contact information for accurate outreach campaigns. – Organize and manage leads or candidates within CRM and ATS platforms. – Improve recruitment and prospecting workflows using AI-assisted automation. I focus on delivering reliable communication, fast turnaround times, and high-quality results that help businesses scale efficiently. PS: The stated hourly rate is a baseline and may vary depending on project complexity, scope, and specific client requirements.

  • Lead Generation
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • LinkedIn Lead Generation
  • Sourcing
  • Resume Screening
  • B2B Lead Generation
  • IT Recruiting
  • Boolean Search
  • Recruiting
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Email Sourcing
  • HR & Recruiting Software
  • Candidate Source List
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • Internet Recruiting
  • Data Entry
  • Sales Lead Lists
  • IT Sourcing
  • Data Sourcing
  • Project Management
Jessamie A.

General Santos, Philippines

$20/hr
5.0
65 jobs

🎯 I help growing businesses fill roles fast—without cutting corners on quality. I'm a full-cycle recruiter specializing in high-volume, structured hiring for field, trades, service, and operational roles across the US and internationally. I partner with businesses to source, screen, and coordinate qualified candidates while keeping the hiring process organized, efficient, and moving forward. Experience With ✅ Indeed (Job Posting, Candidate Management & Smart Sourcing) ✅ LinkedIn Recruiter (Talent Search & Candidate Outreach) ✅ Zoho Recruit (Applicant Tracking & Candidate Management) ✅ Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar & Drive) ✅ AI Tools including ChatGPT & Claude for sourcing, recruiting workflows, and administrative tasks Industries I've Recruited For - Construction & Skilled Trades - Real Estate & Property Management - Home Services - E-commerce - Healthcare - Manufacturing - Professional Services Roles I've Recruited For - Customer Service - Sales & Business Development - Administrative & Operations - Marketing - Finance & Accounting - Skilled Trades & Field Technicians - Property Management - HR & Recruitment My Approach I don't just post a job and wait. I build a structured recruitment process—sourcing candidates, screening against clear hiring criteria, conducting phone screens, scheduling interviews, and maintaining consistent follow-up—so qualified candidates move quickly through your hiring pipeline and nothing falls through the cracks. I'm comfortable managing the day-to-day recruitment process independently while providing clear communication and regular updates on hiring activity and results. If you need a recruiter who can keep your hiring organized, candidates engaged, and positions filled efficiently, I'd love to help.

  • Resume Screening
  • Boolean Search
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Recruiting
  • Real Estate
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Customer Service
  • LinkedIn
  • Salesforce
  • Apollo.io
  • Email Communication
Husnain M.

Bahawalpur, Pakistan

$10/hr
4.8
100 jobs

I'm a results-driven Recruitment Specialist with 5+ years of experience in full-cycle recruiting, talent sourcing, candidate screening, and pipeline management across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia. I help companies attract, engage, and hire top-quality talent by delivering pre-screened, interview-ready candidates—not just resumes. My approach focuses on quality, communication, and understanding both the technical requirements and company culture. Industries & Roles Recruited Tech & Engineering I have successfully recruited for: - Senior Software Engineers - Backend Engineers (Go, Java, PHP, Node.js, TypeScript, C#, C++) - Frontend Engineers (React, React.js, React Native) - Product Engineers - Platform Engineers - DevOps Engineers - DevSecOps Engineers - Cloud Architects - AI Engineers - Machine Learning Engineers - iOS Engineers - Android Engineers - Game Developers - Engineering Managers - Sales Engineers - Growth Engineers - Leadership & Executive Roles - Sales Director - Senior Director - Director of Global IT Infrastructure - Director of Sourcing Management - Client Value Data Analytics Manager - Aerospace & Defense Engineering Leadership - General Manager - Operations Manager Healthcare - Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Physician Assistant (PA) - Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Assistant - Clinical Social Worker - Surgical Technologist - Physical Therapist (PT) - Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Special Education (SPED) - Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) - Therapists Sales - Account Executive - Account Manager - Sales Consultant - Business Development Manager - Business Development Representative (BDR) - Sales Development Representative (SDR) - Regional Sales Manager - Territory Sales Manager - Sales Manager - Sales Associate - Customer Success Manager - Customer Success Representative - Inside Sales Representative - Outside Sales Representative - Strategic Account Manager - Marketing & Growth - Growth Marketing Manager - Head of Growth - Senior Growth Manager - Growth Marketing Lead - Marketing Manager - Digital Marketing Specialist - Digital Marketing Analyst - Marketing Analyst - Content Marketing Manager - SEO Specialist - Creative Strategist - Performance Marketing Manager - Paid Media Specialist Manufacturing, Construction & Skilled Trades - Plant Manager - Production Supervisor - Quality Control Specialist - Mechanical Engineer - Civil Engineer - Project Manager - Construction Manager - Site Supervisor - Safety Officer - Electrician - Welder - Technician Recruitment Expertise ✔ Full-Cycle Recruiting ✔ Candidate Sourcing & Outreach ✔ Resume Screening & Evaluation ✔ Initial Interviews & Candidate Qualification ✔ Talent Pipeline Management ✔ Executive Search ✔ Boolean Search & X-Ray Search ✔ International Recruiting ✔ Candidate List Building ✔ Lead Generation Recruitment Tools & ATS Experience LinkedIn Recruiter (Premium) Indeed ZipRecruiter Monster Gem Salesforce Bullhorn Greenhouse CATS Compass Atlassian Sense RingCentral My Recruiting Process I do much more than post jobs. I proactively identify, engage, and attract high-quality candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean searches, X-Ray searches, job boards, CRM databases, professional communities, and direct outreach. Before submitting candidates, I verify: Interest level Salary expectations Location preferences Availability Work authorization (if required) Overall fit for the position This allows me to provide clients with qualified, interview-ready candidates and reduce hiring time. If you're looking for a recruiter who understands both sourcing and candidate engagement while delivering quality talent, I'd be happy to discuss your hiring needs. 📅 Availability: Open for phone or video calls any day of the week. 📩 Looking forward to working with you.

  • Candidate Recommendation
  • Internet Recruiting
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • Tech & IT
  • Market Research
  • Candidate Management
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • IT Sourcing
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Recruiting
  • IT Recruiting
  • Candidate Source List
  • Candidate Evaluation
  • HR & Recruiting Software
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • LinkedIn Sales Navigator
  • Boolean Search
  • Lead Generation
  • Sourcing
  • Virtual Assistance
Giri P.

Visakhapatnam, India

$20/hr
5.0
39 jobs

Hiring a great engineer shouldn't take 90 days. I help SaaS and AI startups close hard-to-fill engineering, product and data roles in 2–4 weeks — without agency-scale fees. I'm Giri — a technical recruiter with 10+ years placing software engineers, data scientists, product managers, and AI/ML talent for startups, scale-ups, and staffing firms across the US, UK, EU, and APAC. Most of my clients come to me after a bad experience: résumés that don't match the JD, ghosting after offer, or agencies charging 20-25% for candidates they Boolean-scraped in 5 minutes. I do the opposite — deep sourcing, real conversations, honest shortlists. What I can own for you end-to-end: • Intake call → calibrated JD & scorecard • Multi-channel sourcing (LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Wellfound, Stack Overflow, niche Slack/Discord communities) • Boolean + AI-assisted sourcing (I use ChatGPT, HireEZ, and custom GPTs to 3x my top-of-funnel without losing quality) • Screening calls, technical pre-vetting, reference checks • Offer negotiation and onboarding hand-off Roles I place often: Full-stack / Backend / Frontend Engineers, DevOps & SRE, Data Engineers, ML/AI Engineers, Product Managers, Designers, and senior GTM hires. How we can work together: hourly for ongoing pipeline support, or fixed-fee/Monthly fee when you know exactly what you need. First 20-min call is free — if I'm not the right fit, I'll tell you and often point you to someone who is. Send a message with the role, location, and rough timeline and I'll come back within a few hours with a plan. — Giri

  • Executive Search
  • IT Recruiting
  • Candidate Recommendation
  • Recruiting
  • Resume Screening
  • Boolean Search
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • Internet Recruiting
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • Applicant Tracking Systems
  • English to Telugu Translation
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Startup Consulting
  • Product Development
Muhammad A.

Bahawalpur, Pakistan

$15/hr
4.8
95 jobs

👋 Need a Recruiter who delivers pre-screened candidates fast? I am a specialized Recruiting, Talent Sourcing, and LinkedIn Recruiter professional who sources, screens, and delivers top talent across technical and non-technical industries. With 6,600+ Upwork hours, $70K+ in earnings, a 100% Job Success Score, 10,000+ candidates sourced, and 300+ successful placements, I help companies fill critical positions quickly and efficiently. 🏆 Why Hire Me ✔ 5+ years of experience in Recruiting, Headhunting, and Talent Acquisition ✔ 300+ successful placements across technical and non-technical roles ✔ Expert in LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean Search, and passive candidate sourcing ✔ Experience recruiting for startups, agencies, SMBs, and enterprise clients ✔ Strong candidate screening and interview assessment skills ✔ Fast communication and quick turnaround times 🔹 Industries I Recruit For • Information Technology & Software • Healthcare & Medical • Finance & Accounting • Marketing & Advertising • Sales & Business Development • Customer Support & Success • Construction & Engineering • Logistics & Supply Chain • E-commerce & Retail • Manufacturing 🔹 Roles I Regularly Recruit For • Software Engineers (Frontend, Backend, Full Stack) • DevOps & Cloud Engineers • Data Engineers & Machine Learning Engineers • QA Engineers • Product Managers • Project Managers • SDRs & Account Executives • Sales Managers • Customer Success Managers • Customer Support Representatives • Finance Managers • Accountants & Bookkeepers • HR & Talent Acquisition Specialists • Operations Managers • Executive Assistants • Directors, VPs, and C-Level Executives 🔹 My Expertise • Technical & Non-Technical Recruiting • LinkedIn Recruiter & Advanced Boolean Search • Talent Mapping & Market Research • Resume Screening & Structured Interviews • ATS Management & Candidate Shortlisting • Executive Search • Candidate Outreach & Engagement My focus is always on reducing time-to-hire, improving candidate quality, and helping clients build high-performing teams. 💬 Message me with your job description, hiring requirements, and timeline. I will quickly identify qualified candidates for your role.

  • Recruiting
  • IT Recruiting
  • Internet Recruiting
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • IT Sourcing
  • Sourcing
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • Boolean Search
  • Job Posting
  • HR & Recruiting Software
  • Candidate Source List
  • Hiring Strategy
  • Resume Screening
  • Candidate Management

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