Jaca Collins
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Strategic Executive Recruiter and Talent Acquisition Leader with 5+ years of high-impact experience driving full-cycle recruiting across finance, accounting, technology, engineering, supply chain, and corporate leadership roles. Proven track record of delivering $200K+ annual billings, closing high-value placements, and building strong client partnerships. Recognized for exceptional sourcing strategy, DEI leadership, candidate experience, and consultative client management. Adept at scaling recruiting operations, improving hiring processes, and securing top talent for Fortune 500, high-growth, and global organizations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Client Development & Recruitment
The Bolton Group
Atlanta, GA
06.2025 - Current
- Recruit and place top talent across finance, accounting, IT, supply chain, marketing, HR, and construction verticals.
- Manage executive-level searches including CFO, COO, CEO, Controllers, Software Engineers, Data Scientists, and Quantitative Analysts.
- Lead intake meetings with hiring managers to define role requirements and hiring strategy.
- Negotiate compensation packages and manage offer processes for both clients and candidates.
- Conduct reference checks, prepare candidates for interviews, and maintain strong referral pipelines.
- Oversee marketing initiatives that increased brand visibility and contributed to revenue growth.
Executive Recruiter
LHH
Atlanta, GA
04.2023 - 06.2025
- Billed over $200K in first 12 months (80% 360 desk), exceeding monthly targets of $12K.
- Closed 20 placements in two years, including a $35,000 fee; average placement fee $20,000.
- Signed 10 new clients and managed 3 house accounts, driving consistent revenue growth.
- Recruited for public and private companies across all levels: CFO, CAO, Controllers, Internal Audit, International Tax, Senior & Staff Accountants.
- Negotiated competitive offers and ensured alignment between candidate expectations and client budgets.
- Recognized as a Culture Champion and selected as a guest speaker for new recruiter onboarding.
Senior Technical Sourcer (Google Cloud)
Randstad Sourceright
Atlanta, GA
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Sourced mid-career Software Engineers across embedded, platform, performance, full-stack, backend, and ML engineering.
- Conducted technical screens, resume reviews, and pre-qualification assessments.
- Selected to lead the DEI Sourcing Pod, recognized as one of the top 10 performers out of 300+ recruiters.
- Utilized Ghire, LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Google X-Ray, and Boolean search methodologies.
- Maintained detailed candidate documentation and ATS compliance.
Talent Acquisition Manager
Collins Financial Services
Atlanta, GA
06.2017 - 04.2023
- Managed full-cycle recruiting and onboarding for financial services and technical roles.
- Conducted interviews, background checks, and new hire orientation across multiple locations.
- Implemented retention strategies that reduced turnover by 15%.
- Led training audits and employee development initiatives to improve performance and retention.
- Achieved President’s Club recognition for exceeding sales and hiring goals.
- Developed employee engagement programs including Employee of the Week and Appreciation Days.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Emory University
Atlanta, GAMaster of Arts - Counseling
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GASkills
- Executive & Technical Recruiting
- Full-Cycle Talent Acquisition
- Client Development & Account Management
- Compensation Strategy & Negotiation
- Candidate Experience & Relationship Management
- Boolean, X-Ray & Advanced Sourcing
- ATS Expertise (Bullhorn, Ghire, Salesforce)
- Cross-Functional Stakeholder Collaboration
- Market Intelligence & Talent Mapping
- ATS: Bullhorn, Ghire, Salesforce
- Tools: LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Google X-Ray, Boolean Search
- Platforms: Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Manager, Client Development & Recruitment
The Bolton Group
06.2025 - Current
Executive Recruiter
LHH
04.2023 - 06.2025
Senior Technical Sourcer (Google Cloud)
Randstad Sourceright
05.2022 - 12.2022
Talent Acquisition Manager
Collins Financial Services
06.2017 - 04.2023
Master of Arts - Counseling
University of West Georgia
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Emory University
Awards & Recognition
Culture Champion Award, LHH, Guest Speaker, LHH Executive Recruiting Training Program, Top DEI Sourcing Recognition, Google Cloud (1 of 10 out of 300+), President’s Club, Ameritas