OPT Recruiter

We are seeking an experienced and proactive OPT Recruiter / US Talent Acquisition Specialist with 2–6 years of expertise in sourcing, screening, and onboarding IT consultants. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of US work authorizations (OPT, CPT, H1B, GC, US Citizen) and hands-on experience in building pipelines of entry-level OPT candidates as well as onboarding senior IT consultants onto the bench.

This role focuses on talent sourcing, candidate engagement, immigration awareness, and smooth onboarding, ensuring consultants are well-prepared to transition into projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for OPT, H1B, and senior consultants: sourcing, screening, evaluation, and onboarding.
• Source OPT/CPT candidates from job portals (Dice, Monster, CareerBuilder), LinkedIn, universities, and training institutes.
• Build and maintain a diverse pipeline of candidates, including OPT, CPT, H1B, GC, and US Citizens.
• Onboard senior IT consultants onto the bench, ensuring documentation, compliance, and smooth integration into the team.
• Collaborate with universities, training vendors, and referral networks to attract fresh OPT talent.
• Educate candidates about visa processes, immigration requirements, and career growth opportunities.
• Conduct detailed resume screenings and pre-interviews to evaluate technical and cultural fit.
• Maintain accurate candidate records in ATS/CRM systems and prepare recruitment status reports.
• Coordinate with the reporting manager to understand current bench requirements and align sourcing strategies.
• Ensure all candidate documentation is compliant with US hiring and immigration regulations.
• Provide ongoing relationship management and career guidance to onboarded consultants.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 2–6 years of hands-on experience in US IT recruitment.
• Strong knowledge of US immigration policies, work authorizations, and hiring processes.
• Proficiency in sourcing via Dice, Monster, CareerBuilder, LinkedIn Recruiter, and university networks.
• Experience in onboarding both entry-level OPT candidates and senior consultants on the bench.
• Familiarity with US tax terms (W2, C2C, 1099).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a target-driven environment.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Strong networking skills with universities, training institutes, and referral networks.
• Experience in compliance checks, visa documentation, and onboarding support.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹400,000.00 - ₹500,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person