Allwin Arul Sebastin

AI-Enhanced Recruitment Leader
Chennai, IN.

About

Results-driven Recruitment Leader with a decade of experience across full-lifecycle talent acquisition, human resources, and operations management, specializing in IT and Non-IT staffing. Expert in developing and executing strategic resourcing initiatives that optimize client profitability and accelerate sales cycles, now leveraging advanced AI-based recruiting and Prompt Engineering skills to enhance talent sourcing and delivery for global organizations.

Work

TekEssence Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd
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Recruitment Consultant / Sr. Technical Recruiter

MindSource Inc. (Client), CA, US

Summary

Led full-lifecycle recruitment for IT, Engineering, and Non-IT roles, driving strategic resourcing initiatives and managing client relationships for major onshore and offshore clients.

Highlights

Developed and executed comprehensive resourcing strategies for diverse IT, Engineering, and Non-IT roles, managing full-lifecycle recruitment for major onshore and offshore clients.

Spearheaded innovative resourcing initiatives, analyzing industry and client-specific engagement needs to enhance recruitment efficiency and directly contribute to improved profitability.

Managed end-to-end client coordination and resource delivery, ensuring successful placements and fostering strong client relationships.

Streamlined initial onboarding processes, including documentation, tax term confirmation, and background verification (BGV), ensuring compliant and efficient candidate integration.

Facilitated the entire interview process, including phone screens, Skype interviews, candidate preparation, and complex salary negotiations, leading to successful offer closures.

Coordinated with hired candidates regarding start dates, locations, departments, and client contact details, ensuring smooth transitions and high satisfaction.

MST Solutions Inc
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Senior Corporate Recruiter

Trichy, Tamil Nadu, India

Summary

Managed full-lifecycle technical recruitment, client acquisition, and strategic resourcing initiatives while building a robust talent network for diverse markets.

Highlights

Drove new client acquisition and resolved existing client escalations efficiently, strengthening client relationships and expanding service reach.

Cultivated and managed a robust network of professional technical talent across multiple markets, supporting diverse client staffing needs.

Coordinated closely with client managers to gather precise requirements and effectively distributed requisitions to the recruiting team, optimizing workflow efficiency.

Developed and implemented comprehensive resourcing strategies for all technical and functional needs, managing recruiting and delivery for major onshore and offshore clients.

Sourced candidates effectively through various channels including job postings, social media, and referrals, ensuring a robust talent pipeline.

Facilitated the interview process by coordinating interviews, preparing candidates, and negotiating salaries, ensuring timely and successful placements.

Trinity Cloud Company / Mega Byte IT Services
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Recruitment Lead

Wilmington, DE, US

Summary

Led end-to-end recruitment for US and Canadian clients, driving strategic projects, managing client relationships, and mentoring direct reports.

Highlights

Designed and implemented strategic recruitment projects aligned with organizational objectives, driving continuous improvement in talent acquisition processes.

Effectively managed new client acquisition and resolved existing client escalations within given timeframes, contributing to client retention and growth.

Developed and executed comprehensive resourcing strategies for all technical and functional needs, managing recruiting and delivery for major onshore and offshore clients.

Managed the development and tracking of key recruitment metrics and methodologies to assess effectiveness, driving data-informed process improvements and enhancing team performance.

Mentored and guided direct reports in account development and recruitment best practices, improving team efficiency and client interaction effectiveness.

Developed and executed account plans to maximize client fill rates and maintain strong client relationships through proactive engagement and needs assessment.

Urpan Technologies Inc / Vimtra Ventures
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Team Leader / Lead Recruiter (work from home)

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Summary

Managed the full recruitment lifecycle for IT professionals in the US, specializing in advanced sourcing and strategic client account management.

Highlights

Managed the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for IT professionals across the US market, ensuring successful placements and client satisfaction.

Utilized advanced sourcing techniques, including competitive research and cold calling, to identify and engage top-tier passive candidates.

Developed and executed strategic sourcing plans leveraging diverse resources (internet, internal databases, referrals) to identify high-potential candidates and meet specific position requirements.

Collaborated closely with client managers to gather precise requirements and consistently submitted high-quality profiles, optimizing fill rates.

Screened, interviewed, and evaluated candidates based on requirements, ensuring alignment with client needs and technical specifications.

Maintained strong working relationships with management to understand position requirements and align recruitment efforts with organizational goals.

Virtual Tech Gurus Inc
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Technical Recruiter (Virtualization / DevOps / Cloud)

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India

Summary

Drove high-volume, time-sensitive recruitment for specialized IT roles, focusing on Virtualization, DevOps, and Cloud technologies for renowned clients.

Highlights

Drove high-volume, time-sensitive recruitment for Virtualization, DevOps, and Cloud roles, successfully placing numerous technical professionals on client assignments.

Recruited and placed high-end technical professionals in contract and full-time IT positions for major clients including EMC, NetApp, Hitachi, and VMware.

Effectively sourced candidates through diverse channels, including internet research, internal databases, cold calling, referrals, and networking, to build a robust talent pipeline.

Managed the full closing process, including reference checks, offer extensions, and complex salary/rate negotiations, ensuring successful candidate placements.

Participated in job qualification calls with hiring managers to define technical specifications, ensuring high-quality candidate matches.

Performed extensive recruiting for senior consultants and architects, demonstrating deep understanding of advanced technologies.

American Technology Consulting – ATC
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Recruiter / Immigration Counselor

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India

Summary

Provided comprehensive recruitment and immigration counseling services, specializing in IT direct-hire and staff augmentation, and managing diverse candidate pools.

Highlights

Demonstrated high proficiency in screening technical profiles, specifically matching candidates with Java, .NET, and Business Analyst skill sets.

Successfully sourced candidates via diverse internet sources and online resume databases, contributing to timely project staffing.

Managed and maintained a large MIS database of candidate skills, ensuring regular updates and data integrity for future recruitment needs.

Provided expert guidance on immigration processes and various tax terms, ensuring compliance and smooth candidate transitions.

Recruited diverse candidate pools, including H1B Consultants, TN visa holders, Green Card holders, and US Citizens, for both direct client and vendor requirements.

Proactively built and maintained a robust resume database for upcoming and high-potential requirements, optimizing future recruitment efficiency.

Education

Maharaja Engineering College
Avinashi, Tirupur, India

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

HR and Operations Management

Jayaram College of Engineering and Technology
Trichy, Tamil Nadu, India

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.)

Mechanical Engineering

Certificates

Prompt Engineering (Deep Learning, Open AI, Google - Skill boost)

Issued By

LinkedIn Learning

Python Coding

Issued By

Guvi

Fundamental of Digital Marketing

Issued By

Google

Social Media Recruiting

Issued By

LinkedIn

Skills

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

Full-Lifecycle Recruiting, IT Recruitment, Engineering Recruitment, Non-IT Staffing, Technical Recruiting, Contract Recruitment, Staff Augmentation, Volume Hiring, Sourcing, Candidate Screening, Interview Coordination, Salary Negotiation, Offer Management, Onboarding, AI-based Recruiting, Prompt Engineering, Social Media Recruiting.

Human Resources & Operations

Human Resources Management, Operations Management, Employee Relations, Employee Regulations, Employee Grievances, File Maintenance, Payroll Processing, Team Management.

Client & Vendor Management

Client Coordination, Resource Delivery Management, Account Management, Vendor Management Systems (VMS), ProWand, SAP Fieldglass, Stakeholder Engagement.

Recruitment Technologies

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), JobDiva, Ceipal, CATS, GreenHouse, Monster, Dice, CareerBuilder, TechFetch.

Technical Skills

Java, .NET, Business Analysis (BA), Virtualization, DevOps, Cloud, Deep Learning, Open AI, Python Coding.

Business & Analytics Tools

Business Analysis, Microsoft Office, Data Management, Metrics Tracking.