Johnathan J.

Experience

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  James Paralegal Service

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2008

  Paralegal
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  Maizis & Miller Consultants

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2010

  Career Networking Consultant

  At Maizis & Miller Consultants, I managed the entire recruitment process, from sourcing and engagement to placement and post-placement follow-up for clients in the Heavy Truck and Heavy Equipment industry.I built and maintained a network of qualified professionals and streamlined the recruitment process with more efficient sourcing and assessment techniques, reducing time-to-hire. This experience further honed my skills in specialized recruitment, candidate sourcing, and industry-specific talent acquisition. Show less

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  VTRAC

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2011

  Sr. Recruiter

  At VTRAC Consulting Corporation, I specialized in executive FinTech recruiting. I delivered tailored recruitment solutions that aligned with their specific needs. I managed the entire recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and engagement to placement and onboarding.

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  Quantum Technology Recruiting

  Feb 2011 - Jan 2014

  Sr. Technical Recruiter

  At Quantum Technology Recruiting, I specialized in aligning candidates with proven technical expertise to roles that matched their skills and career aspirations for clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies.Building strong, long-term relationships with key clients, I became a trusted partner in their talent acquisition strategies. This role deepened my expertise in technical recruitment and refined my skills in candidate assessment and client relationship management, laying the groundwork for my future success in talent acquisition. Show less

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  R G C Staffing Solutions

  Oct 2011 - Oct 2012

  Senior Staffing Consultant

  At R G C Staffing Solutions, I managed the full recruitment lifecycle for critical and hard-to-fill positions in the medium and high-voltage electrical energy industry.This experience enhanced my ability to recruit for specialized technical roles and deepened my expertise in managing recruitment for niche industries.

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  Gilmore Partners

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2015

  Executive Search Consultant

  As an Executive Search Consultant at Gilmore Partners, I delivered executive recruitment solutions tailored to the unique business objectives of Financial Services, Legal, and Information Technology clients.I directly contributed to business growth and improved recruitment processes with new sourcing and assessment methods. This role deepened my expertise in executive search and honed my ability to recruit for high-stakes roles across various industries.

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  SoundHound

  Jan 2015 - Nov 2021

  Sr. Technical Recruiter

  As the first recruiter at SoundHound, I helped develop a strong Employer Value Proposition (EVP) for the Toronto market and launch the Voice AI project, Houndify, to the talent market during its stealth phase.I collaborated closely with the CEO, Directors, and Managers to develop and execute recruitment strategies that rapidly scaled technical teams across Toronto, the US, and AMEA while maintaining high-retention and high standards for talent quality.

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  Grammarly

  Oct 2021 - Mar 2022

  Technical Recruiter

  During my time at Grammarly, I focused on sourcing and assessing technical talent to support key product development initiatives. This role allowed me to refine my skills in candidate evaluation and adapt my recruitment strategies to meet the needs of a rapidly growing tech company.

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  Test Double

  Mar 2022 - Aug 2022

  Senior Technical Recruiter

  As a Senior Recruiter at Test Double, I specialized in sourcing and hiring top-tier software consultants with expertise in Ruby on Rails, JavaScript frameworks, and Java. My focus was on using technical and behavioural assessments to identify senior-level consultants and client partner candidates who excelled both technically and culturally and develop a strong candidate pipeline, ensuring we were ready for future opportunities.

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  Jarvis Consulting Group

  Jan 2023 - Jun 2023

  Senior Talent Advisor

  At Jarvis, I specialized in candidate experience and driving successful placements in competitive industries. My focus was on leading the entire candidate journey, from outreach to placement, and aligning their career aspirations with roles that matched their skills and values.

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  Recode HR

  Jun 2023 - now

  Founder

  At Recode HR, I lead growth and innovation across North America. We design and execute tailored recruitment strategies with C-suite executives and HR leaders at Startups, SMBs, and Enterprises. We help organizations quickly build high-performing, high-retention tech teams that strengthen their competitive edge. By streamlining recruitment processes with advanced systems and a data-driven approach, we enhance the experiences of both clients and candidates.