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Chiamaka U.

Umuahia, Nigeria

$10/hr
5.0
13 jobs

Is your hiring pipeline slow,disorganized, or filled with unqualified candidates /applicants? Are interviews dragging while top talent accepts other offers? I help startups, agencies, busy entrepreneurs and growing companies build efficient, structured, and results-driven recruiting systems, so you hire faster, smarter, and with confidence. From strategic sourcing to structured interviews and final recommendations, I manage the full recruitment lifecycle with clarity and precision. ๐ŸŒ Global Talent Network I maintain an active pipeline of pre-screened professionals across the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Philippines, India Africa, and other global markets. This includes senior Tech Leads, Software Developers, Technical Engineers, and other high-demand technical roles, allowing me to present qualified candidates quickly without starting from scratch. Whether you need tech talent or operational support roles, I can deliver efficiently and strategically. ๐Ÿ“ˆ Proven Results โ€ข Sourced and shortlisted 50+ qualified candidates within one month โ€ข Managed full-cycle recruitment from sourcing to hiring recommendation โ€ข Improved hiring workflows to reduce delays and candidate drop-offs โ€ข Built structured pipelines that kept hiring managers organized and informed โ€ข Conducted structured interviews with clear evaluation reports ๐ŸŽฏ Services I Provide โ€ข Strategic candidate sourcing (LinkedIn, Boolean search, job boards) โ€ข Resume screening & shortlist development. โ€ข Pre-screen & structured interviews. โ€ข Pipeline management & tracking. โ€ข Interview coordination & scheduling. โ€ข Hiring process optimization. โ€ข Recruiting workflow consulting. ๐Ÿ›  Tools & Platforms Zoho Recruit | BambooHR | BreezyHR | SAP SuccessFactors | Paycor Recruiting | Zoom StaffingSoft | LinkedIn | Google Workspace ! Boolean Search | Upwork | Ziprecruiter | GitHub and other job boards ๐Ÿค What You Can Expect I donโ€™t just send resumes. I deliver qualified, prepared, and genuinely interested candidates, supported by an organized, transparent hiring process that makes decision-making easier for you. I maintain a growing pipeline of qualified professionals across multiple industries, allowing me to move quickly when clients need strong candidates. Available talent includes: โœ… Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (M1, M2, S, E) โœ… Software Developers (Frontend, Backend, Full-Stack) โœ… DevOps & Cloud Engineers โœ… Sales Professionals (BDRs, SDRs, Account Executives) โœ… Business Development Representatives โœ… Professional Video Editors โœ… Photographers & Creative Media Specialists. โœ… AI Annotators Most of these candidates are already pre-screened and open to remote opportunities, which helps reduce sourcing time and accelerates the hiring process. If you are scaling or very busy and need a reliable recruiter who is very proactive, detail-oriented, reliable and dependable, click โ€œInvite to Jobโ€ or send a message. Letโ€™s build a strong, reliable talent pipeline for your business/company. Let's connect today and take that business to the next level.

  • Applicant Tracking Systems
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  • Social Media Marketing
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  • Customer Support
  • CRM Software
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  • Notion
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Rejoice K.

Abuja, Nigeria

$15/hr
5.0
16 jobs

98% candidate retention rate. 6.5-day average time-to-fill. 4 successful placements in 90 days. Iโ€™m Rejoice, a results-driven Healthcare & Technical Recruiter who helps organizations secure licensed, high-performing professionals quickly โ€” without compromising quality or compliance. I specialize in filling critical roles such as: โ€ข Nurse Practitioners (NPs) โ€ข Registered Nurses (RNs) & LPNs โ€ข MD/DO & Medical Directors โ€ข Dentists โ€ข Dental Hygienists โ€ข Dental Assistants โ€ข Physical Therapists โ€ข Civil, Mechanical & Structural Engineers โ€ข Licensed Architects & CAD Specialists โ€ข Accountants & Financial Professionals What you can expect when working with me: โœ” Fully screened, credential-verified, interview-ready candidates โœ” Reduced hiring timelines โœ” Strong alignment with operational and cultural goals โœ” Clear communication and structured hiring workflows โœ” Lower risk of costly mis-hires My approach combines strategic sourcing, structured interviews, and performance-based candidate evaluation to ensure you only meet professionals who are qualified, licensed, and ready to contribute immediately. If you need dependable talent fast โ€” and want measurable hiring outcomes โ€” Iโ€™m ready to help you build a stronger team.

  • Recruiting
  • Candidate Evaluation
  • Candidate Management
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • Resume Screening
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Human Resource Management
  • Boolean Search
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • Communications
  • Email Communication
  • Internet Recruiting
  • Health & Wellness
  • Candidate Recommendation
  • Dental Care
  • Reverse Recruiting
  • Resume Writing
  • Job Search Strategy
  • Administrative Support
  • Cover Letter Writing
Faithfulness A.

Ondo, Nigeria

$5/hr
5.0
9 jobs

Your resume is not getting responses. Your LinkedIn profile feels invisible. You apply to jobs, yet recruiters pass by without a second look. Itโ€™s not always your experience thatโ€™s the problem, itโ€™s how your story is written, positioned, and optimized. I step in where most professionals feel stuck. As an Executive & Professional CV Resume Writer, I transform underperforming resumes into compelling, results-driven career documents that speak directly to hiring managers and Applicant Tracking Systems. I understand how frustrating it is when a strong background is buried under poor formatting, weak content writing, or lack of keyword optimization. Thatโ€™s why I combine SEO writing, resume writing, and LinkedIn development to ensure your profile is not just seen, but shortlisted. Every resume I create is tailored with precision, blending resume development, resume design, and strategic storytelling. I align your experience with industry expectations across Tech & IT, Ecommerce, Manufacturing & Construction, Business Services, and B2C or B2B marketing roles. Whether you're targeting executive positions or transitioning careers, I position your value clearly so recruiters immediately understand your impact. Your LinkedIn shouldnโ€™t just exist, it should attract. I optimize LinkedIn profiles with the right keywords, compelling summaries, and a structure that supports LinkedIn recruiting and candidate sourcing visibility. Combined with a persuasive cover letter, your entire application becomes a cohesive personal brand that communicates confidence and authority. Beyond writing, I bring career coaching into the process. From interview preparation to job search strategy, mock interviews, and career vision definition, I guide you through the real challenges of todayโ€™s hiring market. Many clients struggle with resume screening systems, unclear career direction, or ineffective applications, I solve that by aligning your documents with hiring strategy and recruiter expectations. With a strong background in content writing, graphic design using Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Word, and deep experience in recruiting, reverse recruiting, and hiring strategy, I donโ€™t just write resumes, I build career assets that convert. If youโ€™re ready to stop being overlooked and start getting interviews, letโ€™s create a resume and LinkedIn presence that works as hard as you do. KEYWORDS TO SEARCH FOR ME: Executive Resume Writer, Professional Resume Writer, CV Writing, CV Resume Writer, Resume Writing Services, Resume Development, Resume Design, ATS Resume, ATS Optimization, Keyword Optimized Resume, LinkedIn Profile Optimization, LinkedIn Development, LinkedIn Writer, LinkedIn SEO, Cover Letter Writing, Cover Letter Writer, Career Coaching, Interview Preparation, Job Search Strategy, Mock Interview, Career Coaching Services, Executive Coaching, Business Coaching Resume Editing, Resume Rewrite, Resume Upgrade, Resume Optimization, Resume Formatting, Resume Screening, Hiring Strategy, Recruiting, LinkedIn Recruiting, Candidate Sourcing, Reverse Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, Recruitment Strategy, HR Consulting, Resume for Jobs, Resume for Tech Jobs, Resume for IT Jobs, Resume for Marketing Jobs, Resume for Engineering, Resume for Healthcare, Resume for Finance, Resume for Executives Resume for Managers, Resume for Entry Level, Resume for Career Change, Resume for Promotion, Resume Writing Expert, Professional CV Design, Creative Resume Design, Modern Resume, Clean Resume, ATS Friendly Resume, High Converting Resume, Job Winning Resume, Resume Keywords, Resume SEO, Personal Branding, Personal Branding LinkedIn, Content Writing, SEO Writing, Blog Writing, Business Writing, Professional Writing, English Writing, Editing and Proofreading, Resume Proofreading, Resume Critique, Resume Analysis, Career Documents Job Application Support, Employment Documents, Professional Summary Writing, Work Experience Writing, Achievement Based Resume, Results Driven Resume, Resume Bullet Points, Resume Structure, Resume Template, Resume Customization, Resume for Remote Jobs, Resume for Freelancers, Resume for Upwork, Resume for International Jobs, Resume for USA Jobs, Resume for UK Jobs, Resume for Canada Jobs, Resume for Australia Jobs, Resume for Graduate, Resume for Internship, Resume for Students, Resume for Professionals, Resume for CEOs Resume for Directors, Resume for Senior Managers, Resume for Project Managers, Resume for Product Managers, Resume for Sales, Resume for Marketing, Resume for B2B, Resume for B2C, Marketing Strategy Resume, Sales Resume, Business Development Resume, Ecommerce Resume, Tech Resume, IT Resume, Data Science Resume, Engineering Resume, Architecture Resume, Manufacturing Resume, Construction Resume, HR Resume, Recruiter Resume, Administrative Resume, Customer Service Resume, Graphic Design Resume, Adobe Photoshop Resume, Microsoft Word Resume, Resume Writing Specialist, Resume Writing Consultant

  • Resume Screening
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  • Content Writing
  • LinkedIn Development
  • Resume Development
  • Resume
  • Company LinkedIn Profile
  • LinkedIn Profile Optimization
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • CV/Resume Translation
  • CV
  • Resume Design
  • Targeted Cover Letter
  • LinkedIn Profile Headline & Summary
  • Proposal Writing
  • Grant Writing
  • Proposal
  • Business Proposal Writing
Adlaide O.

Lagos Island, Nigeria

$18/hr
4.9
46 jobs

Thank you for visiting my profile. I am Adlaide, a senior recruitment specialist with a full career background in human resources, talent sourcing, and end to end hiring delivery. I help growing companies solve one core problem: hiring the right people quickly, accurately, and without operational stress. Clients typically engage me when they are facing challenges such as: โ€ข Slow or inconsistent sourcing results โ€ข Low candidate quality โ€ข Overwhelmed internal teams with no clear hiring process In these situations, I step in to design a clear recruitment strategy, source hard to find talent, and manage the entire hiring lifecycle so founders and managers can stay focused on running the business. Global recruitment experience: โ€ข Led hiring across Africa, LATAM, North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia โ€ข Sourced both active and passive candidates for startups, SMEs, and scaling teams โ€ข Worked across technical and non technical roles Industries I have recruited for include: โ€ข Technology and FinTech โ€ข Healthcare and Behavioral Health โ€ข FMCG and Oil and Gas โ€ข Finance and Hospitality โ€ข Automotive, Fashion, and Digital Marketing โ€ข Events Management and Operations โ€ข Agriculture โ€ข Education I do not rely on generic searches. Every role is approached with structured research, advanced Boolean logic, and market specific sourcing strategies. Core sourcing expertise: โ€ข LinkedIn Recruiter and LinkedIn Sales Navigator โ€ข Advanced Boolean search techniques โ€ข Identification and engagement of high quality passive candidates โ€ข Building clean, well organized talent pipelines โ€ข Delivering shortlists aligned with role requirements, compensation, and timelines End to end recruitment support: โ€ข Job description development โ€ข Resume screening and candidate evaluation โ€ข Interview coordination and scheduling โ€ข Candidate communication and follow ups โ€ข Offer stage support โ€ข Onboarding preparation My background as an HR Business Partner allows me to think beyond filling roles and instead align hiring decisions with business goals, team structure, and long term growth. Recruitment operations and automation support: โ€ข Recruitment workflow design and optimization โ€ข ATS setup and improvement โ€ข Automation of resume parsing, candidate evaluation, and pipeline tracking โ€ข Reduction of time to hire and manual workload โ€ข Improved candidate experience and hiring visibility Tools and systems: โ€ข LinkedIn Recruiter โ€ข n8n and Zapier โ€ข Recruitee and Ashby โ€ข Gusto โ€ข ClickUp and Jira โ€ข Google Workspace and Microsoft Office โ€ข DocuSign and Indeed Employer โ€ข Structured tracking systems tailored to each client I have worked remotely for years and bring consistent communication, reliability, and a detail focused approach across time zones. If you need a recruiter who can source globally, manage hiring end to end, and build a recruitment process that actually works, I would be glad to support you. My focus is not just filling roles, but helping you build a reliable, scalable hiring system that delivers results. I look forward to working with you.

  • Applicant Tracking Systems
  • Candidate Evaluation
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • Resume Screening
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Boolean Search
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • LinkedIn Sales Navigator
  • Job Description Writing
  • Google Workspace
  • Human Resources
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Candidate Source List
Vincent Omotade O.

Lagos Island, Nigeria

$15/hr
5.0
22 jobs

๐ŸŸ  Are you a start-up business that needs help in building a team of Top Talent? ๐ŸŸ  Are you an established company that needs an extra hand in recruitment? ๐ŸŸ  Are you an individual entity who urgently needs to fill open positions? I am a Full-Cycle Recruiter and Tech Recruiting Coordinator with 5years of global hiring experience across the USA, Canada, Australia, Europe, LATAM, MENA, and APAC. My Recruitment Expertise: Full-Cycle Recruiting: Job posting, Active & Passive Sourcing, Resume Screening, Interviewing, Scorecard Evaluation, Final Interview, Offer and Onboarding Tech Recruitment: Software Developers, Engineers, AI/ML, SaaS, Data Science, Cloud, DevOps, AI & Robotics, Crypto & Web-3. Non-Tech Recruitment: Human Resources (HR), Finance & Accounting, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Customer Service & Support, Business Development and Administration. Executive Search: Managers, Directors, VPs, CFO, CMO, CTO and CEOs. Tools & Platforms under my belt: Sourcing Platforms: LinkedIn Recruiter (Lite), LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Indeed, CraigList, ZipRecruiter, CareerBuilder, SEEK, GulfTalent, NaukriGulf, Bayt, Stepstone. Paid AI & Automation Tools: ChatGPT, Calude(Fable), Juicebox, LinkedHelper, TEAL for faster, smarter sourcing and screening. ATS & CRMs: Experienced with 100Hires, Workable, Lever, SalesForce, Greenhouse, Manatal, BambooHR, Jobadder, Zoho Recruit and iCIMS. Industries I serve: Software Development & SaaS Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning (ML) Cybersecurity Cloud Computing Data Science & Analytics DevOps & Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) FinTech IT Services & Consulting Enterprise Software (ERP, CRM & HRTech) Telecommunications Blockchain & Web3 Semiconductor & Hardware Technology Healthcare Sales & Digital Marketing Engineering (Only Top Industries) Construction Manufacturing Oil & Gas Legal Ready? Invite me to your Job now or leave a direct message. We can take it from there.

  • Recruiting
  • Applicant Tracking Systems
  • Candidate Evaluation
  • Candidate Management
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • Resume Screening
  • Boolean Search
  • IT Sourcing
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • LinkedIn
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Email Campaign Setup
  • HR & Recruiting Software
Opeoluwa F.

Abuja, Nigeria

$15/hr
5.0
89 jobs

In the last 3 months alone, Iโ€™ve helped clients land 5-figure, 6-figure, and hourly offers by managing their job search end-to-end, including: โ€ข $160,000/year โ€“ Senior DevOps Engineer โ€ข $125,000/year โ€“ Customer Success Manager โ€ข $100,000/year โ€“ Data Analyst โ€ข $80,000/year โ€“ HR Professional โ€ข $54,000/year โ€“ Technical Support Specialist โ€ข $50,000/year โ€“ SDR role in Canada โ€ข $77/hr & $62/hr โ€“ Senior Software Engineer roles โ€ข $38,000/year โ€“ Entry-Level Lab Assistant I help busy professionals secure interviews and job offers faster through Reverse Recruiting, ATS Resume Optimization, LinkedIn Recruiting, Job Search Strategy, and end-to-end Job Application Support. As a Reverse Recruiter, Career Coach, Talent Sourcing Specialist, and HR-Certified Professional (C-HRP), I manage the entire job search process, from ATS-compliant resumes and LinkedIn optimization to targeted applications, recruiter outreach, follow-ups, and interview preparation. Over the years, Iโ€™ve supported 70+ professionals across the U.S., Canada, U.K., Denmark, Finland, Georgia, Croatia, Saudi Arabia, Portugal, and other EU regions, helping them secure roles aligned with their career and compensation goals, including 10+ six-figure offers (one exceeding $180K/year). I have expertise in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Executive Search, Internet Recruiting, Boolean Search, and Personal Branding, I understand how hiring decisions are made and how to strategically position candidates to stand out in competitive markets. My focus is simple, transform job searching from guesswork into a structured system that consistently generates interviews and offers. How I Can Help You 1. Reverse Recruiting (Done-For-You Job Search) 2. Role research & targeting 3. Application submission & recruiter follow-ups 4. Email management & coordination 5. Shared application tracking (Google Sheets / Microsoft tools) 6. Administrative support throughout the process 7. Resume Optimization & ATS Compliance 8. Role-specific, keyword-optimized resumes 9. ATS-friendly formatting (85โ€“90%+ parsing) 10. Recruiter-focused storytelling ๐Ÿ’ผ LinkedIn Profile Optimization Search-optimized headlines & summaries Personal branding aligned with your career goals Increased recruiter visibility ๐Ÿงญ Career Coaching & Job Search Strategy Career clarity & transition planning | Interview preparation | Salary negotiation coaching Industries & Roles I Specialize In; IT & Software Engineering | Data Analyst & Business Analyst roles | Customer Success & Customer Support | Finance & Accounting | Healthcare & Medical | Marketing & Sales | Administrative & Operations | Creative & Design | Executive Roles | Director Roles | Senior Manager Roles | CTO Core Expertise Job Aid | Job Search Strategy | Reverse Recruiting | Job Portal | JobScore | Job Posting | Applicant Tracking Systems | Resume Writing | Cover Letter Writing | Cover Letter | Targeted Cover Letter | Career Coaching | IT Career Coaching | LinkedIn | LinkedIn Profile Optimization | LinkedIn Profile Headline & Summary | LinkedIn Profile Creation | LinkedIn Development | Company LinkedIn Profile | CV | CV/Resume Translation | Fortune 500 Company | Resume Screening | Job Description | Data Entry | Virtual Assistance | Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet Skills | Recruiting | IT Recruiting | LinkedIn Recruiting | Internet Recruiting | Administrative Support | Executive Support | Keyword Research | Company Research | Email Communication | HR & Recruiting Software | Recruiting Process Consulting | Hiring Strategy | Outreach Strategy | Email Outreach | Bidding | Communications | Job Costing | Job Description Writing | Tech & IT | Candidate Sourcing | Candidate Interview Consulting | Candidate Interviewing | Candidate Management | Candidate Evaluation | Lead Generation | LinkedIn Lead Generation | Data Extraction | Data Mining | Mock Interview | Candidate Recommendation | Online Research | Indeed If youโ€™re aiming for Onsite, Hybrid or Remote roles, international opportunities, or your next high-impact position, Iโ€™ll help you execute a clear strategy that leads to real results, not just more applications. Letโ€™s turn your next job search into a measurable win.

  • Recruiting
  • Applicant Tracking Systems
  • Job Search Strategy
  • Resume Writing
  • Google Workspace
  • Career Coaching
  • Data Entry
  • Reverse Recruiting
  • Human Resources
  • Research & Strategy
  • Cover Letter Writing
  • Executive Search
  • Google Docs
  • LinkedIn Profile Optimization
  • Boolean Search
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Interview Preparation
  • Job Aid
  • Job Portal
  • Job Description

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