Alish Shaikh

Recruiter

Pune, Maharashtra, India11 yrs 1 mo experience

Highly StableAI Enabled

Key Highlights

9+ years in recruitment across various domains.
Expert in technical recruiting and candidate assessment.
Proven track record in optimizing recruitment processes.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Technical Recruiter with expertise in IT recruitment and process optimization.

Contact

alish.shaikh7@gmail.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Technical RecruitingSourcingProcess ImprovementLeadershipRecruiting

Other Skills

ScreeningApplicant Tracking SystemsTeam ManagementTechnical ScreeningNegotiationBackground ScreeningOrganization SkillsCustomer SatisfactionSalesProject ManagementBPOCall CentersManagementVendor ManagementCRM

About

9+ years of experience working into the Recruitment Industry in various domains and regions. Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to attract highly skilled IT professionals. This includes understanding the requirements, defining job descriptions, and creating effective sourcing plans. Utilize various channels, such as online job boards, LinkedIn, and professional networks, to identify potential candidates. Conduct thorough screenings, reviewing resumes, assessing technical skills, and conducting initial interviews to shortlist the most suitable candidates. Assess candidates; technical expertise, experience, and qualifications, ensuring they align with the specific requirements of the IT roles. Be adaptable to the varying cultural and business norms across different countries within the region, adjusting recruitment strategies and approaches accordingly. Build and maintain relationships with potential candidates, providing an exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. You communicate effectively, addressing questions, providing feedback, and keeping candidates informed about their status. Actively seek opportunities for process optimization and efficiency gains within the recruitment function. This includes staying updated on best practices, adopting new technologies, and suggesting innovative ways to enhance the recruitment process.

Experience

Maxima it consulting india private limited

Talent Acquisition Executive - Global

Jan 2020 – Sep 2025 · 5 yrs 8 mos

Oversee the sourcing and screening process to identify and attract qualified candidates. This involves leveraging
various channels, including job boards, LinkedIn, and referrals.
 Assess candidates for cultural fit within the organization, considering values, mission, and goals, particularly
important where cultural nuances may vary significantly.
 Results-driven technical recruiter with a track record of success in identifying and hiring top-performing software
engineers, data scientists, Java developers, Cybersecurity, QA Engineers etc.
 Assess and enhance recruitment processes, implementing best practices and streamlining workflows to improve
efficiency and effectiveness. This includes evaluating applicant tracking systems (ATS), sourcing tools, and other
recruitment technologies to optimize the recruitment function.
 Led a team of junior recruiters, providing training on sourcing strategies, candidate assessment, and interview
coordination.
 Implemented process improvements that increased hiring efficiency and reduced time-to-fill for critical IT roles.
 Managed cross-functional collaboration with hiring managers to refine job descriptions and enhance recruitment
workflows.
 Closed various IT position such as Java, QA, Security and network engineers.
 Administer technical assessments and tests to evaluate candidates' proficiency in relevant programming
languages, frameworks, tools, or systems.
 Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates, clients and technical teams. This includes providing
candidates with all necessary information, preparing interview questions, and facilitating the interview process.
 Work with candidates to negotiate job offers, including compensation, benefits, and other employment terms.
Once an offer is accepted, facilitate the onboarding process, ensuring a smooth transition for the new hire into
the organization.

SourcingScreeningTechnical RecruitingApplicant Tracking SystemsProcess Improvement

Iplace usa

Recruiter

Aug 2016 – Dec 2019 · 3 yrs 4 mos · McLean VA

As an international recruiter, I conduct in-depth technical & non-technical interviews for positions in Fortune 500 high-tech corporations nationwide. Source candidates using various Internet-based sourcing techniques: job boards, search engines, social networking tools, blogs, websites, public and proprietary resume databases.
Full life-cycle recruiting experience - understanding the job order, sourcing the right candidate, handling negotiations and closing deals.
Conduct professional assessment and verification for skills, experience, availability, compensation requirements and willingness to travel/relocate.
Perform all due-diligence steps including background screening and reference checking to mitigate fulfillment risks.
Work on various technical requirements and conduct primary sourcing and requirement-specific technical screenings. Sample job orders worked on, Pharma: CRA, CRO, Scientist, Drug Safety, Lab Assistant, Medical Coder. IT: JAVA, C++, .NET, ORACLE, PL/SQL, PeopleSoft, Cisco, Solutions Engineering, Network & Software Engineering etc. Worked on Pharmaceutical clients such as Sanofi, Becton Dickinson, Abbvie.
Work on non-technical requirements like Project Management, Business Development Management, Technical Writing, Business Analysis, Underwriting, Project Coordination, Process Development, Drug Safety, Scientist II, etc.
Work on job orders for many Fortune 500 Companies like Fannie Mae, Comcast, Genentech, AT&T etc.
Thorough knowledge of recruiting process from sourcing to recruiting for different employment statuses like W2, C2C, 1099 and for U.S. Citizens, GC, H1B, TN-1, and EAD holders.
Hands-on experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) like Bullhorn, CATS and Sendouts.
Prepare submittal documents and relevant documents as necessary for each shortlisted candidate and schedule interviews.
Communicate with candidates throughout the hiring process.
Maintain daily and weekly client reports.

SourcingTechnical ScreeningNegotiationBackground ScreeningApplicant Tracking SystemsRecruiting

Wns global services

Sr.Associate OPS

Dec 2014 – Aug 2016 · 1 yr 8 mos

Wipro ltd. - india

Technical Support B2B

May 2014 – Oct 2014 · 5 mos · Hinjewadi, Pune

Provided Technical support to the British Telecom clients which includes Virgin Media, Vodafone, etc.
Managing orders and services over the phone for clients.
Providing troubleshooting for the network providers instruments and services.