Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Work Preference
Timeline
Generic

KEVIN RAJ K

Trichy, kevin

Summary

Experienced Senior Recruiter with expertise in IT and Non-IT recruitment and resource management. Currently serving as a Subject Matter Expert/Recruiter at 247 Hire. Adept at sourcing top-tier talent and successfully placing candidates in both contract and permanent roles for Fortune 500 clients. Proficient in salary negotiation and cultivating strong, long-term client relationships to ensure recruitment goals are met. Committed to delivering high-quality, effective recruitment solutions and fostering collaborative team environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Recruiter / Subject Matter Expert

Hire - Link Consulting Services
04.2024 - Current
  • Led end-to-end recruitment strategies to find top-tier candidates across various industries and disciplines, ensuring organizational goals were met
  • Managed and executed recruitment processes for roles in the Mexico/US regions, including negotiating candidate rates in Mexican pesos, expanding the company’s global reach
  • Built strong relationships with clients, ensuring a deep understanding of their hiring needs and company culture
  • Provided ongoing mentoring and training to junior recruiters, developing their skills in sourcing, screening, and candidate communication
  • Acted as a Subject Matter Expert, providing insights and guidance to junior recruiters on the latest recruitment trends and best practices
  • Developed and implemented innovative strategies for candidate sourcing, focusing on both active and passive talent pools.Hire

Subject Matter Expert

04.2023 - Current
  • Led training sessions and workshops to enhance the skills of junior recruiters, focusing on best practices in candidate sourcing, interviewing, and relationship-building
  • Supported the recruitment process for Fortune 500 clients, ensuring candidate placements met the clients' standards and expectations
  • Proactively managed candidate pipelines, keeping a consistent flow of qualified candidates for urgent positions
  • Conducted in-depth screening calls and assessments to ensure candidates matched the job requirements and the client’s organizational culture
  • Assisted in the development of recruitment strategies for a variety of industries, including technology, healthcare, and finance
  • Served as the primary point of contact for escalations from junior recruiters, providing troubleshooting support when complex issues arose
  • Regularly communicated with clients to discuss recruitment progress, adjust strategies as needed, and ensure successful candidate placements.

Recruiter

01.2021 - 04.2023
  • Sourced high-quality candidates for both contract and permanent positions, successfully making placements with Fortune 500 clients
  • Collaborated with clients to fully understand their recruitment needs, ensuring a personalized and targeted approach to sourcing candidates
  • Negotiated rates with candidates, providing competitive offers and aligning with client expectations
  • Worked on C2C (Corp-to-Corp) and W2 (Wage and Tax) positions, ensuring compliance with industry standards and legal regulations
  • Prepared and submitted detailed candidate profiles with comprehensive notes on skills, experience, and career goals
  • Coordinated candidate interviews, provided timely feedback, and facilitated the hiring process from initial interview to final offer
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients and candidates, fostering trust and facilitating a smooth recruitment process
  • Trained and mentored junior recruiters in sourcing, screening, and interview preparation, contributing to team growth and performance improvement
  • Regularly updated and maintained internal tracking systems to monitor candidate status and recruitment progress.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) - undefined

Madras Christian College
April 2020

Skills

  • IT & Non-IT Recruitment
  • Global Recruitment (Mexico-based roles)
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Candidate Sourcing & Screening
  • Salary Negotiations (C2C, W2, International)
  • Team Leadership & Mentoring
  • Strong Communication & Negotiation Skills

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany Culture

Timeline

Recruiter / Subject Matter Expert

Hire - Link Consulting Services
04.2024 - Current

Subject Matter Expert

04.2023 - Current

Recruiter

01.2021 - 04.2023

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) - undefined

Madras Christian College
KEVIN RAJ K