Talent Acquisition Specialist - IT Hiring - US Staffing

Role: Talent Acquisition Specialist IT (US Staffing)

Experience: 5 - 8 Years

Location: Chennai Nungambakkam (Onsite)

Notice Period: Immediate joiners / up to 15 days

Role Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist IT to lead full-cycle US recruitment initiatives for KRG Technologies. This role is ideal for someone with extensive experience in US staffing, an in-depth understanding of IT roles, and a strong grasp of US hiring compliance including tax terms and visa classifications. The candidate should be capable of functioning both as an individual contributor and a strategic partner to the business.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage end-to-end recruitment life cycle for mid-to-senior level IT roles across various verticals for US-based clients.

- Strategize and execute sourcing plans using advanced recruitment tools, social platforms (LinkedIn Recruiter, X-Ray), job boards (Dice, Monster, CareerBuilder, Indeed), and ATS platforms.

- Evaluate technical talent, conduct in-depth screening interviews, and ensure alignment with client specific job requirements and organizational culture.

- Maintain a strong understanding of changing market trends, emerging technologies, and competitive intelligence to enhance sourcing strategies.

- Build and nurture long-term candidate relationships and create a strong talent pipeline for critical and niche skills.

- Collaborate with US account managers and client stakeholders to understand evolving hiring needs and ensure quality submittals.

- Ensure compliance with US labor laws, including knowledge of W2, C2C, 1099 tax terms and various work visa categories (H1B, GC, EAD, TN, etc.).

- Oversee the resume formatting, submission, and interview coordination processes to ensure a professional and timely candidate experience.

- Monitor recruitment metrics and generate reports for leadership on pipeline health, fill ratios, and time-to-hire.

- Coach and mentor junior recruiters; contribute to building a high-performing talent acquisition function.

Key Qualifications:

- 5 - 8 years of experience in US IT recruitment with a proven track record in sourcing and placing senior-level candidates.

- In-depth knowledge of the US staffing ecosystem, including tax terms, immigration processes, and employment regulations.

- Proficiency in using ATS tools (experience with Job Diva is highly preferred), CRMs, and modern sourcing techniques.

- Demonstrated ability to deliver under pressure with quick turnaround times while maintaining quality and compliance.

- Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills with the ability to adapt recruitment strategies dynamically.

Desired Skills and Traits:

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

- Strategic thinking with a data-driven approach to talent acquisition.

- High ownership, adaptability, and result orientation.

- Proactive, collaborative, and a team-oriented mindset.

- Confidentiality, integrity, and attention to detail in all aspects of recruitment.