Iryna Zakharchenko

Self-motivated and highly organized professional with extensive experience in fulfilling hiring requirements across IT, including Cyber Security, Engineering, and Infrastructure sectors through the implementation of effective sourcing and recruitment strategies. Proven track record of enhancing the talent acquisition process by spearheading pivotal projects, including the successful global deployment of recruiting applications across multiple countries. Demonstrated leadership in managing the entire recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening to hiring and onboarding, within fast-paced environments. Proficient in developing comprehensive recruiting plans and utilizing both traditional and non-traditional sourcing techniques to fill current openings and cultivate a robust pipeline of qualified candidates. Possesses a natural aptitude for data analysis and delivering actionable market intelligence to support informed decision-making by senior management. Recognized for adeptly leading, coaching, and mentoring teams to achieve established goals and objectives. Deep understanding of benefits administration, labor laws, employee relations, and HR systems. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills with a proven ability to foster productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Explored the market and advocated for the implementation of Recruitment Tracking Software, streamlining the recruitment process, and centralizing candidate information in a unified talent database.
• Introduced innovative candidate sourcing methods, including proactive phone and internet research, and leveraged social media platforms to expand hiring reach.
• Successfully filled over 30 faculty positions across the United States, demonstrating adaptability and effectiveness in a new domain without prior faculty experience.
• Managed a workload of 20 technical positions simultaneously, showcasing strong organizational skills and ability to handle high-volume recruitment.
• Developed and produced an informational brochure to enhance company presence at exhibitions and conferences, effectively showcasing capabilities and attracting potential candidates.
• Provided guidance and consultation to hiring managers on recruitment processes, strategies, and expectations, facilitating effective collaboration and alignment.
• Led a team of four direct reports in the field of accountancy, demonstrating leadership and managerial abilities.

• Recruiting Lead, Innova Solutions, 04/22 - Present, Led and managed a team of 8 recruiters, overseeing full life cycle recruitment processes., Conducted full-cycle recruitment activities including sourcing, screening, interviewing, reference checks, and closing for multiple job requisitions, ensuring candidates aligned with core values, culture fit, and possessed requisite skills and experience. Additionally, performed thorough due diligence to verify legal employment status., Drove talent acquisition initiatives from inception to completion by fostering productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including hiring managers, business leaders, global talent acquisition colleagues, recruitment agencies, vendors, and service providers., Maintained key metrics to assess recruitment efficiency and effectiveness, providing regular reports to the Executive Team. Utilized various channels such as the company website, LinkedIn, referral programs, and job boards for effective candidate sourcing., Drove the development and implementation of recruitment innovations to streamline and enhance the recruitment process. Tracked and reported key metrics associated with job requisitions and recruitment activities to optimize performance.
• Senior Technical Recruiter, Innova Solutions, 05/18 - 04/22, Developed effective recruiting plans to fill current openings and cultivate a healthy pipeline of qualified candidates., Ensured the visibility of opportunities and drove inbound recruitment by implementing creative content and sourcing techniques., Delivered market intelligence to influence hiring plans, attrition rates, and candidate experiences. Facilitated informed decision-making by generating detailed reports and conducting data analysis., Earned a reputation as a key liaison, bridging communication between hiring managers and candidates to enhance the overall candidate experience., Stayed abreast of and ensured compliance with applicable federal, state, and industry laws, regulations, and guidelines., Analyzed talent market trends, provided talent insights, and recommended solutions to address hiring needs., Adapted quickly to changing hiring priorities and formulated plans to swiftly fill new roles., Demonstrated a wide range of creativity, offering innovative sourcing strategies, and adapting to new recruiting technologies and online tools.
• Technical Recruiter, Logistics Integration Solutions (Contractor), 09/17 - 04/18, Addressed hiring needs across IT and infrastructure industries by facilitating the successful execution of recruitment programs., Ensured optimal candidate and employee satisfaction throughout the recruitment lifecycle through the implementation of effective processes and procedures., Adapted to ever-changing organizational requirements by cultivating and sustaining a network of potential candidates through extensive market research., Utilized a variety of traditional and non-traditional sourcing techniques, including internet job boards, search engines, social media, agencies, Boolean searches, and networking, to attract highly professional candidates., Successfully managed multiple roles concurrently in a fast-paced dynamic environment, demonstrating strong multitasking abilities., Established and maintained a robust pipeline of passive talent within a talent-driven organization., Fostered strong communication and business relationships with both clients and candidates., Expanded the client base through strategic marketing of the company's services, including contract, temporary, and temporary-to-hire staffing solutions.
• Faculty Recruiter, Strayer University (Contractor), 04/17 - 07/17, Developed sourcing plans for positions, collaborated with search committees, and employed various recruitment strategies to cultivate relationships with faculty candidates, ensuring a qualified and diverse candidate pool., Reviewed the University's new college programs and course approvals, establishing a pipeline of potential internal candidates for upcoming courses, and managed staffing goals within specified timeframes. Adjusted course approvals as necessary., Led the recruiting process, identifying qualified candidates, developing and maintaining pipelines, and achieving staffing goals., Maintained expertise in benefits, compensation, and legal agreements for new physicians, as well as familiarity with HR policies related to faculty recruitment.
• Technical Recruiter, TeamDev LTD, 10/15 - 09/16, Managed full-cycle recruitment functions, overseeing the requisition process, position postings, sourcing, prescreening, interviewing, pre-employment assessments, background checks, offer management, new employee orientation, and onboarding., Collaborated with staffing agencies and college placement offices to fulfill full-time positions., Generated reports on time to fill, age of acquisition, new hire statistics, employee referrals, and applicant sources., Conducted orientation sessions to educate new employees on company benefits, policies, and procedures., Provided guidance and made revisions to the company's Employee Referral Program., Coordinated company and team-building events.
• Technical Recruiter, Acceptic LTD, 09/13 - 10/15, Managed a structured process aimed at sourcing, screening, evaluating, and selecting the best candidates for interviewing and maintaining the candidate pool., Located qualified potential candidates through research, internal databases, cold calling, referrals, networking, job fairs, and conferences., Negotiated salaries and hourly rates, extended offers of employment, and completed post-hiring procedures., Attended student career fairs to solicit potential candidates for full-time employment opportunities.
• Senior Accountant, Sintez (Audit Company, Ukraine), 07/09 - 07/13
• Accountant, ZUKB (Government, Ukraine), 03/06 - 06/09