Julia Melnychuk

Strategic and hands-on Head of Talent Acquisition & Strategic Sourcing with 9+ years of experience building and scaling recruitment functions in tech-driven organizations. Proven expertise in building teams from scratch, designing motivation and KPI systems, launching mentorship and internship programs, and driving budget optimization across multi-country hiring operations. Strong background in global talent markets, data-driven recruitment, and senior-level technical hiring.

Head of Talent Sourcing team & Strategic Sourcing at United Software (2023-01 – Present)

Built and currently manage a team of 13 Talent Sourcers, covering multiple seniority levels. Lead end-to-end talent acquisition across Europe, Latin America (LATAM), and the Middle East, adapting sourcing strategies to local market specifics. Built the Talent Acquisition and Strategic Sourcing function from scratch.

• Built and currently manage a team of 13 Talent Sourcers, covering multiple seniority levels.
• Lead end-to-end talent acquisition across Europe, Latin America (LATAM), and the Middle East, adapting sourcing strategies to local market specifics.
• Built the Talent Acquisition and Strategic Sourcing function from scratch, including team structure, processes, KPIs, and performance management.
• Designed and implemented a motivation and KPI system aligned with sourcing complexity, role seniority, and market constraints.
• Launched and led a Mentorship & Internship Program for Talent Sourcers, creating a long-term internal talent pipeline.
• Actively mentor team members, supporting growth, performance improvement, and internal promotions.
• Own and optimize recruitment budgets, improving cost efficiency and hiring outcomes across regions.
• Partner with business leaders to align hiring strategy with company growth and product needs.

Head of Lead generation at uSoftware (2023-05 – 2024-01)

Developed and implemented lead generation strategy aligned with organizational business goals. Recruited, trained, and managed team of lead generation specialists.

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a lead generation strategy aligned with the organization's business goals.
• Team Building: Recruit, train, and manage a team of lead generation specialists to effectively execute the strategy.
• Process Development: Create and optimize lead generation processes, ensuring they are efficient and effective in capturing high-quality leads.
• Technology and Tools: Identify and implement lead generation tools and technologies, such as CRM systems and automation tools, to streamline processes.
• Metrics and Analysis: Establish KPIs to measure lead generation effectiveness and regularly analyze data to improve strategies and tactics.
• Collaboration: Work closely with sales, marketing, and other departments to ensure cohesive approaches to lead generation and nurturing.
• Budget Management: Manage the budget for lead generation activities and ensure a good return on investment.
• Market Research: Stay updated on industry trends and insights to continuously improve lead generation efforts.

Senior Recruiter at United Software (2021-09 – 2023-01)

Spearheaded a team of recruiters, overseeing the day-to-day talent acquisition workflows. Crafted and executed talent acquisition strategies aligned with organizational objectives, while fostering a positive employer brand and enhancing the overall candidate experience.

• Spearheaded a team of recruiters, overseeing the day-to-day talent acquisition workflows.
• Crafted and executed talent acquisition strategies that seamlessly align with organizational objectives, while simultaneously fostering a positive employer brand and enhancing the overall candidate experience.

Senior Recruiter at Intellias (2019-04 – 2021-09)

Full-cycle recruitment process, executive search, and senior level hiring for engineering positions.

• Full-cycle recruitment process
• Executive search
• Searching and selecting candidates for Engineering positions
• Conducting pre-screenings, HR interviews, and preparing HR feedback
• Cooperation with the Hiring manager, providing required information about the job market, candidates, and vacancies
• Participation in marketing activities, IT events

Recruiting Specialist at Globallogic (2018-01 – 2019-04)

Full-cycle recruitment, executive search, and recruitment of candidates for multiple technical and leadership positions.

• Full-cycle recruitment process
• Executive search
• Searching and selecting candidates for Developer, DevOps, Technical Support, Business Analyst, Team/Technical Leaders positions
• Conducting pre-screenings, HR interviews, and preparing HR feedbacks
• Cooperation with Hiring manager, providing required information about job market, candidates and vacancies
• Support relocation program for new employees
• Managing employees on-boarding process, one-to-one, end of trial meetings
• Preparing candidates CVs in Globallogic template
• Mentoring new employees in the department
• Participation in marketing activities, IT events
• Analyzing and monitoring job market

Recruitment Researcher at Sigma Software (2016-09 – 2017-12)

Searched and selected candidates for developer and test engineer positions, screening candidates and providing market intelligence to recruiters.

• Searching and selecting candidates for Developer and Test Engineer positions
• Screening candidates
• Cooperation with Recruiters, providing the required information about job market, candidates and Vacancies
• Preparing candidates' CVs in Sigma Software template
• Participation in marketing activities, IT events
• Analyzing and monitoring job market

IT Recruiter at EchoUA (2016-04 – 2016-09)

Full-cycle recruitment and executive search for IT and administrative positions.

• Full-cycle recruitment process
• Executive search
• Searching and selecting candidates for Developer, Test Engineer, Sales manager and other admin staff
• Conducting pre-screenings, HR interviews, preparing HR feedbacks
• Cooperation with Sales manager and HR manager
• Analyzing and monitoring job market

Lecturer at Lviv IT School (2021-11 – 2022-10)

Shared knowledge with students about best sourcing practice, tools and techniques.

• Shared knowledge with students about best sourcing practice, tools and techniques.

Lecturer at Lviv HR Solutions (2018-04 – 2022-07)

Shared knowledge with students in IT Recruitment including features in IT recruiting, analysis of Ukraine IT market, and technical recruiting.

• Features in IT Recruiting
• Analysis of Ukraine IT market
• Technical Recruiting

Master's Degree in Space Monitoring of the Earth – Lviv Polytechnic National University (2014-09 – 2015-06)

Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems and Technologies – Lviv Polytechnic National University (2010-09 – 2014-06)