Sohail

About Sohail

I\'m a passionate and result-driven US IT Recruiter currently working at Panzer Technologies, specializing in sourcing top-tier IT talent across various technologies for clients in the United States. With hands-on experience in full-cycle recruitment, I bring strong expertise in sourcing, screening, and closing candidates for both contract and full-time roles. My daily work revolves around: Understanding complex job requirements Sourcing candidates through Dice, Monster, CareerBuilder, and LinkedIn Recruiter Conducting resume screening, technical assessments, and pay rate negotiations Working with W2, C2C, and 1099 employment types Handling visa statuses like H1B, GC, USC, and OPT/CPT with accuracy and compliance Coordinating with clients and consultants across US time zones Whether it\'s a Java Developer, Data Analyst, Cloud Engineer, or QA Lead, I focus on delivering the right talent at the right time. I thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy building strong relationships with candidates and clients, and always stay updated with the latest recruitment tools and trends. For me, recruitment is not just filling position, it\'s about connecting people with the right opportunities and helping organizations grow.

Experience

1. Talent Aquisition Associate

   Panzer Technologies Pvt Ltd

   May 2024 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

   As a Talent Acquisition Associate, I have been responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle for IT positions across various domains such as software development, data engineering, cloud computing, cybersecurity, DevOps, and ERP systems. My role involves collaborating with clients, hiring managers, and candidates to ensure seamless and effective talent acquisition for contract, contract-to-hire, and full-time positions.Key Responsibilities:Conducted end-to-end recruitment including sourcing, screening, interviewing, rate negotiation, offer management, and onboarding for various IT roles across the United States.Worked extensively with job portals such as Dice, Monster, CareerBuilder, and LinkedIn Recruiter to identify top technical talent.Applied Boolean search techniques and used Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) like CEIPAL to manage the recruitment process efficiently.Handled various employment types such as W2, C2C, and 1099, and ensured candidate compliance based on visa status (H1B, GC, USC, OPT, CPT, TN).Built strong relationships with consultants, vendors, and third-party companies for candidate referrals and partnership hiring.Scheduled and coordinated technical interviews with hiring managers, ensuring proper time zone management for EST, CST, MST, and PST.Maintained a strong talent pipeline for future requirements by proactively engaging with passive candidates and networking within the tech community.Conducted background verification and documentation for onboarding processes as per client requirements and compliance standards.Collaborated with internal teams and account managers to understand job descriptions, project requirements, and hiring priorities.Negotiated pay rates, benefits, and terms of employment with candidates to ensure mutual satisfaction and project success.