Surya Sudhakaran

Recruiter

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India4 yrs 2 mos experience

Key Highlights

Proven track record in talent acquisition and recruitment.
Successfully built teams from scratch and improved hiring metrics.
Recognized as an outstanding performer in recruitment initiatives.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition Specialist with a strong focus on HR and recruitment strategies.

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Skills

Core Skills

Talent AcquisitionRecruiting

Other Skills

Boolean SearchingCandidate ExperienceCompensation NegotiationEnd to End RecruitmentsHuman Resources (HR)Interpersonal CommunicationLateral ThinkingLeadershipMass HiringMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordNegotiationOnboardingProject Management

About

My journey began with a fascination for finance during my Masters. But fate had a different plan, leading me from the world of finance to the vibrant domain of human resources. A twist of fate, you might say, but it was in this journey that I discovered my true calling. What started as a leap from spreadsheets to people, transformed me from an introvert to an extrovert. Embracing the dynamic realm of HR, I found myself thriving in ways I never imagined. Every challenge became an opportunity, every interaction a chance to connect and empower. Today, as I reflect on my journey, I realize that it's the detours that define us. From numbers to people, from introversion to extroversion, every twist and turn has shaped me into the HR professional I am today. Join me as I continue to embrace the unexpected and unlock the endless possibilities of human potential!

Experience

4 yrs 2 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 11 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 3 mos

Current Experience

Bewakoof®

Senior Executive - Talent Acquisition

Jan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 3 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Leap

2 roles

Senior Associate - Talent Acquisition

Oct 2024 – Jan 2025 · 3 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Talent Acquisition Associate - Non Tech

Jan 2022 – Sep 2024 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Responsibilitoes -
1. Spearheaded the recruitment process for critical business roles, ranging from associates to senior positions.
2. Drove a successful bulk hiring initiative, generating 1,100 inbounds and onboarding 111 joiners, which increased the offer acceptance ratio by 25%.
3. Built the sales team from the scratch to full scale by recruiting essential talent, starting with a team of 4.
4. Implemented and ran internal referral programs, increasing referral inflow by 32% through effective induction sessions for new joiners.
5. Utilized LinkedIn, Naukri, IIM Jobs, and other portals for candidate sourcing, mapping talent from top companies, and conducting market research.
6. Fostered strong relationships with senior stakeholders including Senior Directors, Vice Presidents, and Heads of various departments to align recruitment with business needs.
Achievements:
Awarded 'Outstanding Performer' in January 2023 and December 2023. Achieved an 85% acceptance rate for non-tech hires.
Led a project to hire graduates from top management institutes in India and oversaw bulk hiring for a 2-month project.
Managed and trained interns for pilot projects.