Melvin Louis

Results-driven Lead Recruiter with 10+ years of experience in full-cycle IT recruitment, talent acquisition, and team leadership. Strong expertise in sourcing technical talent across Healthcare, Financial, Banking, Manufacturing, and E-Security domains. Experienced in stakeholder management, recruitment strategy development, vendor management, and hiring analytics.

Proven ability to mentor recruiting teams, optimize hiring processes, and deliver quality candidates within SLA timelines. Hands-on experience with ATS platforms including Ceipal and Bullhorn, along with major job boards and LinkedIn Recruiter.

Lead Recruiter at X-Axis Solutions (2025-09 – Present)

• Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies for IT roles using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and professional networks.
• Lead, mentor, and train recruiters to improve pipeline quality and overall recruitment performance.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand technical requirements and provide hiring market insights.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment including screening, interviews, submissions, and offer management.
• Negotiate compensation packages, employment terms, and Corp-to-Corp contracts.
• Ensure compliance with US employment regulations, visa classifications, and taxation structures.
• Track recruitment metrics and prepare hiring reports for leadership teams.

Senior Technical Recruiter / Lead Recruiter at Ionidea Enterprise Pvt Ltd / Talent Tigers (2016-01 – 2025-09)

• Managed full life-cycle recruitment for E-Security and Manufacturing practices.
• Led a team of 10 recruiters and mentored junior recruiters on sourcing, screening, and client submissions.
• Conducted behavioral-based interviews and delivered recruiter training programs.
• Created and improved job descriptions aligned with business and client requirements.
• Screened and validated candidate resumes, skill matrices, and technical fit.
• Negotiated compensation and ensured candidate readiness for onsite and remote opportunities.
• Maintained recruiter performance reports and supported SLA achievement.
• Worked extensively with Ceipal ATS and multiple job boards across diverse domains.

Diploma in Electrical and Electronics – BVB College, Hubli

Bachelor of Commerce in Commerce – Ambedkar College, Hubli