Thomas Markey
@thomasmarkey
Experienced technical recruiter specializing in talent acquisition strategies.
What I'm looking for
As an accomplished technical recruiter with over a decade of experience, I have successfully partnered with various organizations to build robust talent pipelines and enhance recruitment processes. My journey has taken me through diverse roles, from managing full-cycle recruitment at leading tech firms to developing strategic initiatives that align hiring goals with business objectives.
At Markey & Associates, I leverage innovative platforms to source top-tier talent in both technical and healthcare sectors. My previous roles at Amazon and Duck Creek Technologies have honed my skills in collaborating with engineering teams, driving results through effective negotiation, and ensuring a seamless candidate experience. I am passionate about continuous improvement and dedicated to fostering inclusive hiring practices.
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Independent Recruiter
Markey & Associates
Dec 2022 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Leveraged platforms such as Relode, Relancer, and Paraform to source Technical and Healthcare Technologist positions. Managed marketing and branding for all Markey & Associates documents and correspondence.
Sr. Technical Recruiter
Amazon
Feb 2022 - Dec 2022 (10 months)
Built and prioritized multiple searches, projects, and relationships with the G&A Technical Teams. Partnered with Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Program Management, and System Development teams to source highly skilled talent.
Sr. Technical Recruiter/Manager
Duck Creek Technologies
May 2021 - Feb 2022 (9 months)
Managed full life-cycle technical recruiting, partnering with engineering and Technical Architecture teams to develop a deep pipeline of highly skilled technical talent. Drove results by gaining approvals, coaching managers, and negotiating offers while ensuring a positive candidate experience.
Sr. Technical Recruiter
Exodus
Feb 2021 - May 2021 (3 months)
Built a robust Talent Pipeline and managed the full cycle recruitment process including Sourcing, Screening, interviewing, extending offers, and closing candidates. Coordinated candidate screenings, interviews, and communications while maintaining the integrity of the Applicant Tracking System.
Sr. Technical Recruiter
Benefitfocus
Oct 2015 - Jan 2021 (5 years 3 months)
Provided sourcing and strategic support for open requisitions needing highly skilled technical candidates using various sources. Partnered with engineering teams to understand requirements and evaluate candidates, managing a requisition load of 25-30 openings.
Sr. Recruiter
The Recruiting Division
Mar 2015 - Oct 2015 (7 months)
Maintained strong relationships with multiple clients around the nation and collaborated with client hiring managers to define staffing goals. Recruited various positions through networking, direct sourcing calls, and social media recruiting.
Technical Recruitment Lead/Sr. Corporate Recruiter
IPsoft
Dec 2012 - Mar 2015 (2 years 3 months)
Managed front, middle, and back office recruitment operations for an IT Managed Services Firm, handling technical and business-related job requisitions across the United States and Europe. Collaborated with executive management to define staffing goals and implement innovative recruitment strategies.
Director of IT Recruitment
The Tuttle Agency
Apr 2009 - Dec 2012 (3 years 8 months)
Recruited top-tier talent for Fortune 500 and smaller companies nationwide, managing and mentoring a team of three recruiters. Worked with CIO's, CTO's, and VP's to assess needs and develop strategies for candidate placement.
Senior Technical Recruiter
The Wilson Group
Sep 2006 - Apr 2009 (2 years 7 months)
Sourced and qualified candidates via personality and technical interviews, managing them through the entire interview process. Developed client relationships by negotiating major client contracts with companies like NYSE and Prudential.
Account Developer
PTI (Division of IIR)
Sep 2005 - Sep 2006 (1 year)
Maintained daily interaction with new and established clients from major pharmaceutical firms, keeping them abreast of industry changes and FDA requirements. Proactively sought and developed new relationships with pharmaceutical firms.
Account Manager
Marriott ExecuStay
Oct 2004 - Sep 2005 (11 months)
Effectively grew new business opportunities by reactively accepting potential leads and delivering high-quality product sales presentations. Managed all aspects of client relations, ensuring the highest level of customer service.
Vice President of Audience Development
Opal Financial Group, Inc.
Jan 2001 - Oct 2004 (3 years 9 months)
Managed new Opal Financial Group Associates and successfully negotiated and coordinated contracts with Large Money Management Firms, Mutual Funds, and Public Pension Plans. Responsible for all aspects of four-day conferences and recognized as a top performer in Audience Development and Sales.
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