Shankar KC

341-***-**** ad1018@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Over 13 years of Full life Cycle recruiting / Global Technical Recruiting & Sourcing in house corporate experience with various companies from early-stage startups to large, public companies. I worked and partner very closely with companies looking for hard-to-find talent, and with prospective candidates. My connections in the industry and the academia help me unearth the right candidate for any position.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Applicant Tracking Systems: Kenexa, Cbiz, Bull Horn, Synergy, Taleo, Smart Search, Workday, Green house, Job Diva ( SCAN, CHECK, CLASSIFY, STORE)

Sourcing Tools: LinkedIn, Dice, Monster, CareerBuilder, Tech Fetch, indeed, The Ladders, Github, Dribbble, Entelo, Google groups, Avey, Connectifier, Amazinghiring, LinkedIn etc.

VMS: Fieldglass

Programming language: C, C++, JAVA, .Net

Networking / hardware: Novell Netware, Cisco, Linux, Windows, Unix, Pheripheral Devices

Database: Oracle, Oracle CRM, Sybase, Bigdata, SQL, Big Data, Hadoop

Web Page: HTML, DHTML, Java Script, Angular JS, backbone JS

Hardware: Peripheral Devices

Management: Human Resources- Recruiting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Rose International / USBANK, Remote JAN 2022 – CURRENT

Sr. Technical Recruiter (Corporate) Present

Responsibilities:

Served as a strategic and trusted partner and advisor to business line leaders and hiring managers, staying informed on current and future staffing needs.

Conducted strategy meetings with the hiring manager to ensure understanding of business/staffing/job requisition needs and alignment of recruiting goals and methodologies.

Educated hiring managers regarding recruitment responsibilities, legal requirements, and candidate management.

Developed and implement robust, insightful sourcing strategies, including diversity outreach, to proactively source and identify active and passive candidates; build and maintain a diverse talent pipeline.

Conducted phone/in-person screens to qualify candidates against position requirements, present most qualified candidates to hiring manager, scheduled interviews with hiring manager, and advise in the selection of qualified candidates.

Guided managers and candidates through the recruiting process including interviewing, candidate selection, salary approvals and negotiations, offer extension, and onboarding.

Collaborated and communicated effectively with management, Compensation, and HR Business Partners to ensure recruitment expenditures comply with budget.

Documented recruitment activity in the applicant tracking system (ATS) in a timely and accurate manner to ensure compliance with legal/regulatory standards and Bank policy (i.e., candidate disposition, requisition closure).

Utilized ATS and various tools to track recruiting metrics and identify market trends to help drive recruitment strategies.

Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Served as brand ambassador at various events including career fairs, on-campus recruiting events, etc.

Acted as a mentor and lead to Talent Acquisition Recruiters and other team members.

Assisted with training of the Talent Acquisition team.

Assisted leadership in organizational strategic initiatives and projects.

Maintained good punctuality and attendance to work.

Followed Bank policy, procedures, and guidelines.

Performed other duties as assigned.

Worked in HR, people operations, recruiting, and DEI.

Created DEI initiatives to ensure the company is building a team that’s representative of diversity.

Experienced in creating a recruiting program and working with potential candidates/hiring managers throughout the process & Knowledge of local labor law/labor relations.

SEJALIT INC., San Francisco, CA Oct 2013 – Dec 2021

Sr. Technical Recruiter / GAP (Corporate)

Responsibilities:

Effective recruitment strategies, methods, tools, sources, and best practices

Comprehensive knowledge of and proficiency in ATS software and/or other recruitment systems

Knowledge of employment laws and regulations as they pertain to recruitment and hiring

Communicated effectively both verbally and in writing

Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills with individuals at all levels of the organization

Established and maintain a vast network of effective professional relationships

Managed the full-cycle recruiting /Sourcing process to include developing and implementing sourcing strategies, review resumes and conduct interviews (pre-screening), with key emphasis on pipeline development and improving time to fill.

Communicated progress to goals to the Talent Acquisition Lead/Manager/Director, HR Business Partner and internal customer groups.

Completes all reports associated with status updates and compliance.

Identified cost-containment efforts in recruiting, continually seek new sourcing options, and develop creative approaches to delivering candidates to the customer.

Tracked all internal and external applicants and ensures all job postings meet requirements of EEO/AA compliance guidelines.

Ensured compliance with all hiring practices, as outlined by Roche policy and procedures and EEO/AA compliance guidelines.

Ensured candidate(s) status in company's ATS and all candidate tracking logistics are properly maintained.

Performed miscellaneous duties and special projects in support of the HR department, as assigned.

Familiar with HRIS and applicant tracking systems including Workday, Maxhire, Bullhorn, Taleo, iCIMS, Jobvite, Kenexa, Jobdiva, Talenthook and Taleo and successful record of recruiting technical & non-technical talent.

Proven track record of producing qualified candidates using various methods such as ATS systems, social media, and Boolean search strings as sourcing methods, as well as out-of-the-box sourcing tools such as Entelo, Connectifier, Aevy, and Amazing Hiring).

WIPRO TECHNOLOGIES, Mountain View, CA APRIL 2013 – Sept 2013

Sr. Technical Sourcer / Recruiter (Contract)

Responsibilities:

Managed full life-cycle recruiting / Sourcer efforts for all positions within assigned groups across all the Client's Divisions.

Experienced developing tracking systems, metrics, and reports to demonstrate successful lead generation of candidates throughout the different stages of candidate sourcing.

Evaluated skill level and manage the offer process, including reference checks, salary recommendations, offer letter generation, and offer acceptance/declines.

Wipro judged as top preferred vendor by Capital One Bank moving up by four positions after being designated the dedicated recruiter for Capital One Bank.

Knowledge of EEO, OFCCP and employment laws.

Hired Product Design, Machine Learning, Data Science, AWS DEVOPS, Product management, Project Management, CLOUD, Data Architecture, Business Intelligence. Content Strategy, Brand Design, Campaigns (Art Direction, Copywriting), Content, Creative Production, Design Program Management

Attend University Career fairs– San Jose state University, Standford University and Berkeley University.

Engaged in evergreen pipeline activities: develop “passive” candidates through networking, cold calling, complex internet searches, name generation and internet mining.

Participated in Social media marketing events.

Responsible for sourcing candidates through networking, internet posting, university relations.

Provided guidance and direction to recruiting coordinators.

Performed salary/contract negotiations for candidate and hiring manager and check candidate references.

Recruitment candidate from San Jose State University, Berkeley University also participated in the career fair.

Used applicant tracking Synergy.

Experienced with passive candidate generation using a variety of techniques.

Corporate and or search firm progressive experience including passive candidate generation and full life cycle recruiting.

Passion for and proven success creating and implementing successful diversity strategies Experience managing and prioritizing multiple searches, projects and client relationships.

CTS/ATS experienced with sourcing, tracking and managing candidates.

ARICENT TECHNOLOGIES, Redwood City, CA Oct 2012 – March 2013

Sr. Corporate Technical Recruiter / Sourcer (contract)

Responsibilities:

Managed the full-cycle recruiting/Sourcing process to include: writing job postings, developing and implementing sourcing strategies, reviewing resumes and conducting interviews, with key emphasis on pipeline development and improving time to fill.

Sourced passive candidates through advanced research techniques (domestic and international) including Boolean searches, professional and social networking sites, conferences attendee lists, cold calling, outplacement services, databases, user groups, blogs, forums, employee referrals, and Google’s applicant tracking system.

Recruited candidates for both domestic and international openings.

Attended university marketing events.

Managed full cycle recruiting process to meet the various staffing goals across all levels within multiple business units.

Developed tracking systems, metrics and reports to demonstrate successful lead generation of candidates throughout the different stages of candidate sourcing.

Measurements will be in the areas of lead generation, number of candidates converted from leads to hires, time to fill and similar performance metrics.

Supported 3 to 4 recruiters in a functional area with sourcing capabilities.

Experienced with customers broadly defined as candidates (Non IT and IT), new hires, hiring managers, and recruiters.

Continuous follow-up with clients to confirm staffing plans and candidate needs are met.

Utilized sourcing strategies including: LinkedIn, cold calling, boolean web searches, databases and blogs.

Recruited Software Engineers domestically and internationally for Google North American offices.

Pre-screened candidates and coordinated subsequent technical phone screens and on-site interviews with engineers and recruiting team.

INFOSYS NEWARK, CA Apr 2012 – Sept 2012

Sr. Corporate Technical Recruiter (Contract)

Responsibilities:

Evaluated skill level and manage the offer process, including reference checks, salary recommendations, offer letter generation, and offer acceptance/declines.

Performed technical recruiting duties for sourcing firm, these duties included working closely with client companies nationwide/locally to find highly qualified candidates for positions needing filled.

Expert in skill using internet resources - resume databases, recruiting and search techniques such as LinkedIn, user group lists, industry-specific online professional networks, advanced Boolean searches, blogs, and job boards.

Worked with W2- No benefits, W2- With benefits, 1099, Corp-to-Corp, H1B placements, Greencard/Permanent Resident placements, F1 placements, Non-Exempt and Exempt.

Worked Hourly Project Consultants, Short and Long-Term, Temporary Contractors, Temp-To-Perm Employees, Permanent/Direct Hire, Contract-to-Hire and Contract Placements.

Worked with all aspects in different technical and non-technical industry fields such as: Information Technology; High-Tech; Financial & Banking Services; Accounting & Auditing; etc.

Telecommunications; Human Resources; Healthcare; Pharmaceutical; Insurance; Manufacturing; Logistics & Distribution; etc.

Extensive experience with internet database companies (Monster, Dice, indeed, Github, CareerBuilder, Computer Jobs, etc).

Hired talent for specialized skills – Software Engineers/Architect, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, Java Fullstack, JavaScript; Quality Engineers (Java, Web, Mobile), ORACLE Order management & CRM, AWS, DevOps/SRE, UXDs, Android Developers, Agile Program Managers, Product Managers, Marketing Automation, Data Engineers (BigData, NoSQL), Machine Learning, Data Science, Data Architecture, Business Intelligence, Product Management, BI and Analytics experts (Tableau, SAS, ios engineer, Python Developer, QlikView), Salesforce Developers, Cloud Engineers (AWS), and other niche skills.

Clients include but not limited to Intuit, eBay, PayPal, LinkedIn, Wells Fargo, Yahoo!, Cisco, Salesforce.com, Splunk, PG&E, Google, Machine Zone, LendingTree, CloudCar, Symantec, Cisco, VMWare, EMC, CME, Adobe, Conns and more.

ETOUCH SYSTEM/CISCO, San Jose, CA Oct 2011 – March 2012

Sr. Technical Recruiter

Responsibilities:

Sourced and screened potential IT candidates for contract openings and permanent positions.

Directly worked with clients hiring manager Polycom, Ebay, Cisco, Yahoo, Paypal, Nominum, Google, Kaiser Permanent, Nasa, Linkedin, Wells Fargo, Sony, Vmware, Intuit, PG&E & many more.

Managed off shore and on site Jr. Technical recruiter for Job requirement and report to the account manager.

Handled with sales associates and technical associates and managed candidates through the process to have them placed and Comfortable working on direct client and Tier-1 Vendor requirements.

Conducted cold calls and in-person interviews to identify new candidates.

Worked as Agency as well as corporate recruiter.

Hired Product Design, Content Strategy, Brand Design, Campaigns (Art Direction, Copywriting), Content, Creative Production, Design Program Management

Recruited for Pharmaceutical companies for hiring professionals like Clinical Data managers, Drug safety associates, Scientist, Lab associates, Medical Writers, Clinical SAS developers, QC analyst etc.

E CALIX/ KAISER PERMANENTE, Fremont, CA April 2010 – Oct 2011

Sr. Technical Recruiter

Responsibilities:

Maintained Accounts for all clients like telecom, Finance, Banking, Bio -Tech, Pharmaceutical, Social Media, Retail and health.

Recruited, interviewed and placed application development and technical support professionals in contract and contract-to-hire positions with clients.

Provided support to higher level management to participate in interactions, feedback and welcome candidate when they are hired.

Used LinkedIn tools effectively and full life cycle recruiter with sales.

Built a Pipeline of candidates in a database for current and future client needs.

Managing and leading a team of IT sales and recruitment professionals, ensuring continuous success and.

growth through the introduction of new sales and recruiting techniques, marketing campaigns, processes & procedures.

Placed job requirements on the Internet to increase available candidate pool.

Developed creative recruiting resources to attract qualified professionals interested in contract, contract to hire and direct placement employment.

Involved in assessment of IT services opportunities and target markets, pre-sales, client facing activities on developing strategic relationships and assisting with sales proposals and demonstration of outsourced Non IT and IT Services to prospective customers.

CERTIFICATIONS

Human Resources Recruiter Certified – Skill Soft

Sun Microsystem Java Programmer (2001)

Advanced Diploma in Computer Hardware and Networking. (Government of Tamilnadu, India)

Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) 2001

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) 2001

Human Resources Recruiter Certified – Skill Soft

Cloud API- Skill Soft

Education: Bachelor Degree in computer Science,

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