Feb 2021 – Jun 2021 · 4 mos · Ukraine · On-site

• Stepped into a leadership role to drive strategic hiring initiatives, optimize recruitment processes, and mentor sourcing and recruitment team members. Served as the primary point of contact for both clients and internal stakeholders throughout the hiring lifecycle.
• Key responsibilities:
• Built and optimized recruiting processes to improve speed, quality and candidate experience.
• Participated in strategic discussions with leadership on hiring priorities and workforce planning.
• Led communication with clients throughout all hiring stages: role scoping, candidate review, feedback and negotiation.
• Supported and improved the recruitment ecosystem through better collaboration with HR, sourcing and delivery teams.
• Conducted interviews and managed full-cycle recruitment for complex and high-level positions.
• Acted as a sourcing mentor, helping junior recruiters refine their search strategies and outreach skills.
• Monitored key hiring metrics and provided regular insights to improve pipeline efficiency and team performance.
• Drove continuous improvements in employer branding, candidate engagement and stakeholder satisfaction.

Jan 2021 – Feb 2021 · 1 mo · Ukraine · On-site

• Led full-cycle recruitment for technical and managerial positions, acting as a trusted talent partner for engineering and leadership teams.
• Key responsibilities:
• Screened candidates and assessed eligibility based on role requirements and team fit.
• Built and maintained strong candidate pipelines for ongoing and future hiring needs.
• Executed the entire recruitment process: sourcing, interviews, test tasks, offer stage, and onboarding.
• Headhunted top-tier candidates via LinkedIn, niche platforms, and referrals.
• Partnered closely with hiring managers to define needs and build effective sourcing strategies.
• Supported onboarding of new hires during probation, ensuring smooth integration.
• Mentored junior recruiters and shared best practices.
• Contributed to process improvements and team knowledge sharing.
• Participated in employer branding efforts through events, community building and online presence.

Jun 2020 – Jan 2021 · 7 mos · Ukraine · Hybrid

• Led full-cycle recruitment for IT specialists across various technical domains. Actively engaged in both operational and strategic aspects of the hiring process while collaborating with clients and internal stakeholders. Key responsibilities and contributions included:
• Managed end-to-end recruitment: from sourcing and screening to interviewing, offer negotiation and post-offer follow-up.
• Worked closely with hiring managers to define position requirements, ideal candidate profiles and interview strategy.
• Sourced candidates using multiple channels, including LinkedIn, job boards, Boolean search, referrals and internal databases.
• Conducted HR and technical pre-screenings to assess communication, motivation and technical background.
• Arranged and coordinated interview stages, ensuring smooth communication between candidates and technical panels.
• Handled job offer communications and maintained candidate engagement throughout the post-offer phase.
• Built long-term relationships with clients, participated in client meetings and calls to align on hiring needs and expectations.
• Provided market research and analytics, including salary benchmarking and hiring trends in the Ukrainian tech market.
• Created and monitored job postings, tailored messaging for target audiences.
• Maintained accurate candidate pipelines in the applicant tracking system and produced weekly/monthly hiring reports.
• Actively participated in data science communities and industry workshops, supporting brand awareness and candidate engagement.
• Collaborated cross-functionally with sourcing, marketing and delivery teams to ensure smooth talent delivery.
• Onboarded new recruiters and shared best practices, helping junior team members improve their sourcing and candidate experience skills.

Jun 2018 – Nov 2018 · 5 mos · Kyiv, Ukraine · On-site

• Sold CRM systems to small and medium businesses, managing the full sales cycle from lead generation to deal closure. Responsibilities included:
• Conducted cold calls and built a pipeline of prospective clients.
• Delivered product presentations and live demos tailored to client needs.
• Handled the end-to-end sales process, including negotiation and closing.
• Studied and mastered various CRM platforms to effectively communicate value.
• Onboarded new hires by sharing product knowledge.
• Contributed to refining the sales process and improving customer engagement.

Jan 2018 – Mar 2020 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Ukraine · Remote

• Managed the full-cycle recruitment process for IT specialists across multiple technologies (.NET, C++, Java, JavaScript, PHP, Python, Oracle, QA, Elixir, Ruby on Rails, and others).
• Worked closely with clients and hiring managers to define job requirements, project needs, and candidate profiles.
• Actively engaged in direct sourcing, building strong pipelines for niche and high-demand roles.
• Conducted initial HR interviews to assess English level, soft skills, and candidate motivation.
• Coordinated all interview stages, ensuring timely feedback and smooth candidate experience.
• Managed job offer communication and guided candidates through the post-offer stage to maintain engagement and reduce offer drop-offs.
• Supported staffing with additional activities beyond recruiting, including:
• Writing and maintaining business cases and documentation
• Market research and salary benchmarking
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to improve hiring efficiency and candidate experience

May 2016 – Dec 2016 · 7 mos · Lviv Region, Ukraine · On-site

• Worked closely with the CEO and production team to support the full cycle of film production from pre-production planning to on-set coordination. My role combined creative, logistical and administrative responsibilities, including:
• Coordinated all logistics for the film set, including location prep, accommodation bookings, transportation, and daily scheduling.
• Organized catering services for the cast and crew, ensuring timely and high-quality meal delivery.
• Managed costume coordination: sourced, prepared, and tracked costumes to support the artistic vision and continuity.
• Assisted in setting up the film set, ensuring that all departments were operational and aligned.
• Sourced and coordinated artists, decorators and vendors for set design and visual elements.
• Monitored production timelines, making sure filming stayed on schedule and all crew deadlines were met.
• Handled last minute changes and provided real-time problem-solving on set.
• Maintained clear communication between the CEO, cast, crew and department leads.
• Supported casting and artist logistics, including scheduling fittings, arrivals and rehearsals.
• Managed documentation, budgets, supply inventories and general administrative support to the executive team.