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Paul C.

Full Cycle Technical Recruiter at Venture Capital Backed Startups

San Francisco, California
$85 per hour
15 jobs
$200K+ total earnings

SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY • Over nine years of experience in full-cycle recruiting, sales, and leading and contributing to start-up companies. • Since 2011 has contracted in-house at companies including SmartThings, Oracle, Marin Software, Zuora, Nisum Technologies, Wikimedia, Anaplan, Credit Karma, LimeBike, and MyLikes to grow their talent. • Strategic Analytical thinker with strong problem solving skills using innovative and creative sourcing techniques to generate strong pipelines for both technical searches and non-technical searches. • Goal-oriented and hardworking team player: since 2011 successfully recruited over 300 software engineers, QA engineers, product managers, designers, sales people, recruiters, customer success managers, and executives for venture capital backed startups and established companies. WORK EXPERIENCE Venture Capital - Backed Startups, San Francisco, CA January 2011 – Present Full Cycle Contract Recruiter (60% Technical Search and 40% Non-Technical Search) Since 2011 recruited over 300 software engineers, QA engineers, product managers, designers, sales people, recruiters, customer success managers, and executives for VC-backed startups and established companies. o 12 placements at Abacus.ai o 11 placements at Sanguine Biosciences in 2 months o 10 placements at System1 Biosciences o 10 placements at Harness in about 5 months o 18 placements in 4 months at SmartThings o 25 placements at MyLikes including candidates from Google, Stanford, Amazon, UCB, and NASA o 13 placements in 3 months at Zuora o 20 placements at Nisum Technologies o 7 placements at Wikimedia o 8 placements at Credit Karma o 7 placements at LimeBike o 8 placements at Oracle in their Public Cloud Team: the strictest division to recruit talent Used creative sourcing techniques and tools. Sources include but are not limited to: LinkedIn – 20% of hires Stanford and UC Berkeley Alumni Databases and My Network – 20% of hires Sourcing and Recruiting AI Tools (Gem, Mixmax, Resource) – 20% of hires People Aggregator Tools (hireEZ, Lusha, Nymeria, SeekOut, AmazingHiring, SalesQL, ZoomInfo) – 20% of hires Talent Marketplaces (Hired.com, Angel.co, Indeed, ZipRecruiter) – 20% of hires Experienced with various ATS platforms including: Lever, Greenhouse, Jobvite, BambooHR, JobScore, Bullhorn, SmartRecruiters, iCIMS, JazzHR, Workable, Workday, and Taleo.

Jesse D.

Full-Time & Fractional Recruiter | Talent Acquisition Specialist

San Francisco, California
$55 per hour
13 jobs
$20K+ total earnings

Looking to build a winning team? With over 6 years of recruiting experience, I specialize in providing customized recruitment solutions to businesses of all sizes. Whether you need fractional support for a short-term project, full-time recruitment to scale your team, or high-volume hiring, I’m here to help. I work across industries including IT, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Financial Services, offering fast, efficient, and personalized recruiting services to ensure you find the right fit every time. 🔍 What I Offer: Candidate Sourcing: Tailored talent pipelines to ensure you have qualified candidates when you need them. Phone Screens & Pre-Interviews: Ensuring each candidate matches your job requirements and company culture. Candidate Placement: End-to-end support from sourcing to onboarding, ensuring the right hire every time. Flexible Recruitment: From temporary staffing for projects to full-time hires, I offer fractional or ongoing support to fit your needs and budget. 🚀 Why Hire Me? Proven Experience: 6+ years of placing top talent across industries with a fast, reliable process. Industry Expertise: Specializing in IT, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Financial Services—from technical to leadership roles. Speed & Efficiency: Fast placements without compromising quality, saving you time and resources. Tailored Approach: Personalized recruitment strategies designed to meet your company’s unique goals and culture. 💼 Industries & Roles I Specialize In: Information Technology: Machine Learning, AI, Data Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity Engineering: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering Manufacturing: Production Managers, Quality Engineers, Operations Managers Financial Services: Financial Analysts, Risk Managers, Compliance Officers Corporate & Miscellaneous: Project Managers, Sales Reps, Marketing Specialists, Attorneys ⚖️ Flexible Pricing Options: Hourly Rate: $55.00/hr — Ideal for short-term or project-based recruitment. Weekly Flat Rate: $1,800/week — Unlimited hours for high-priority, high-volume hiring. Monthly Flat Rate: $7,000/month — Ongoing recruitment support with no cap on hours. Retainer + Placement Fee: $500 Retainer + 15% of candidate’s salary after 30 days — Ideal for executive roles or longer recruitment timelines. 🤝 Let’s Connect! Ready to scale your team or hire top talent? Let’s discuss how I can help your business find the right candidates—fast. Message me now to get started, and let’s build the winning team your company deserves.

Marcela C.

Senior Recruiter / Sourcer

San Francisco, California
$75 per hour
3 jobs
$300+ total earnings

Recruiter with 10 years of experience in full-cycle recruitment, talent acquisition, and HR operations. Proven track record of sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent across G&A, technical, and operational roles. Skilled in building strong candidate pipelines, partnering with hiring managers, negotiating offers, and delivering an exceptional candidate experience. Highly organized, data-driven, and experienced in fast-paced, high-growth startup and corporate environments.

Maryna M.

HR admin&Recruiting Partner | Full-Cycle Recruiting | Career Coaching

San Francisco, California
$35 per hour
3 jobs
$55 total earnings

🚀 Looking to grow your team without the chaos? I help startups and small teams hire the right people and build simple, reliable HR systems - from your first hire to HR admin, compliance, and a fully functioning PeopleOps setup. With 8+ years of experience in HR and recruitment across the U.S. and Europe, I help startups and small-to-medium businesses hire smarter and grow stronger . ✅If you need help with: ●Full-Cycle Recruiting ● Technical Recruiting ● Candidate Sourcing & Screening ● LinkedIn Recruiting & Boolean Search ● Interviewing (Behavioral, Technical, Structured) ● HR Policy & Compliance ● Recruitment Strategy / Talent Acquisition ● HR Admin & Onboarding ● Employee Lifecycle Management ● HRIS / ATS Management (BambooHR, Workable, Greenhouse, etc.) ● Compensation & Benefits ● HR Documentation / SOPs ● Learning & Development ● Performance Management I have a proven track record beyond Upwork and invite you to explore my broader experience and credentials. 💡 Key Competencies: ● Full-cycle recruiting across U.S. and international markets ● Strategic talent acquisition for startups and scaling teams ● Deep understanding of job market trends and hiring psychology ● Experience working as the first HR in fast-paced environments ● Bilingual support: English / Ukrainian / Russian ● HR operations expertise: onboarding, documentation, compliance ● People-first HR approach focused on psychological safety & performance 🌍 Industries I've Worked With: ● Marketing & Advertising Agencies ● Fintech ● Healthcare & Mental Health Apps ● E-commerce Platforms ● SaaS ● Tech Startups ● Real Estate If you've never worked with an HR or Recruiting partner before — no worries. I’ll ask the right questions to guide you through the process and use structured intake questionnaires to collect all key info upfront - saving your time and energy. My Process Includes: ● Flexible scheduling and collaboration on platforms you're comfortable with ● Weekly updates and feedback for long-term projects ● Clear documentation and transparency at every step I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, a second degree in Human Resources, an ACC ICF Coaching Certificate, and I’m a proud SHRM member. ✅This foundation allows me to deliver HR and recruiting services with precision, empathy, and insight into long-term talent sustainability. As a full-time freelancer, I’m available throughout the day and typically respond within 12 hours on weekdays. If you're ready to find the right talent or need strategic HR support - let’s talk Thank you for your time and consideration. Marina

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