Phil Pray
Greenville,SC
Summary
Results-driven Senior Recruiter with extensive experience in full-cycle executive recruitment, talent acquisition, and business development within financial services, private equity, and accounting industries. Adept at identifying top-tier talent, building and managing talent pipelines, and forging strong client relationships to drive successful placements. Highly skilled in leveraging ATS and CRM systems to streamline recruitment processes and maximize efficiency. Known for a proactive, detail-oriented, and collaborative approach to recruitment, ensuring an exceptional experience for both clients and candidates.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Executive
CompIntelligence
01.2024 - Current
- Develop and maintain relationships with clients, assessing hiring needs, and delivering tailored recruitment solutions
- Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and industry trends
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing and product development, to align services with client feedback
- Manage the negotiation of contracts and pricing strategies to ensure mutually beneficial agreements
Finance and Accounting Recruiter
CompIntelligence
06.2022 - 01.2024
- Led full-cycle recruitment for high-level candidates within finance and accounting, managing sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and offer facilitation
- Successfully built and maintained relationships with clients and candidates across the U.S., ensuring a high placement success rate
- Utilized multiple ATS and CRM platforms to enhance efficiency and maintain organized talent pipelines
- Developed strategic business development initiatives to expand market reach and client base
Strategic Advisor - Recruiting
Guidepoint
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Provided advisory support to clients on best practices in recruitment and talent acquisition strategy
- Partnered with executive leadership to implement hiring strategies aligned with business objectives
Finance and Accounting Recruiter
Insight Financial Staffing & Search Group
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Spearheaded recruitment efforts for private equity and accounting clients, specializing in roles ranging from CFO to bookkeeper
- Conducted market research to advise clients on competitive salaries and necessary skill sets
- Enhanced candidate experience through resume reviews, interview coaching, and job search strategies
Recruiter
Vectrus
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed full-cycle technical and financial recruitment, leveraging various sourcing techniques including LinkedIn Recruiter and Boolean searches
- Oversaw recruitment efforts for government projects, enhancing niche hiring strategies and meeting critical staffing needs
- Maintained candidate pipelines and ATS database accuracy to ensure streamlined hiring
Account Manager (Contract)
Prym Group
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Facilitated communication between sales, customer service, and marketing teams to optimize recruitment strategies
- Gained expertise in SAP, Adobe Acrobat, and various CRM systems
Benefits Specialist
Fisher Agencies
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Built and maintained strong client relationships, enhancing retention and business growth
Recruiter
GNC
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Led recruitment efforts and enhanced hiring strategies for store management positions
Operations Manager
Wellness Solutions
01.2013 - 02.2016
- Managed a team of 7-10 employees, focusing on sales training and hiring management personnel
- Led operational initiatives to streamline business performance and enhance customer satisfaction
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, English
University of South Carolina-Upstate
Skills
- Executive & Full-Cycle Recruitment
- Private Equity & Financial Services Hiring
- Business Development & Client Relations
- Talent Acquisition Strategy
- ATS & CRM Proficiency (Bullhorn, iCIMS, Top Echelon, Hubspot)
- Market Research & Candidate Sourcing
- Contract Negotiation & Offer Management
- Social Media & Recruitment Marketing
- Interview Coordination & Candidate Assessment
Achievements And Affiliations
- Eagle Scout
- Delta Chi Fraternity Member
- Volunteer with Harm Reduction Coalition & PADS
Timeline
Account Executive
CompIntelligence
01.2024 - Current
Finance and Accounting Recruiter
CompIntelligence
06.2022 - 01.2024
Finance and Accounting Recruiter
Insight Financial Staffing & Search Group
01.2022 - 07.2022
Strategic Advisor - Recruiting
Guidepoint
08.2021 - 07.2023
Recruiter
Vectrus
05.2021 - 12.2021
Account Manager (Contract)
Prym Group
12.2020 - 05.2021
Benefits Specialist
Fisher Agencies
01.2019 - 01.2020
Recruiter
GNC
01.2018 - 01.2019
Operations Manager
Wellness Solutions
01.2013 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, English
University of South Carolina-Upstate
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