Mar 2022 – Present · 4 yrs · Greater London, England, United Kingdom

• Senior Recruitment Specialist at Xcelyst Ltd, a boutique recruitment consultancy in London, focused on placing top-tier professionals in technology and finance sectors.
• Decreased time-to-fill for senior technology roles by 30% through targeted sourcing strategies and pipeline development.
• Successfully placed over 70 professionals in key finance positions, exceeding annual placement targets by 20%.
• Developed and implemented a candidate relationship management (CRM) system, enhancing candidate engagement and improving the overall recruitment process efficiency.
• Collaborated with hiring managers to define role requirements, leading to a 15% improvement in candidate-job fit.
• Executive Search, Technical Recruiting, Financial Services Recruitment, Candidate Relationship Management, Stakeholder Alignment

May 2020 – Jan 2022 · 1 yr 8 mos · Singapore

• Head of Recruitment at QUETZAL ONLINE PRIVATE LIMITED, a rapidly growing online startup in Mumbai. Responsible for building and scaling the recruitment function to support the company's expansion.
• Developed and implemented a streamlined recruitment process, reducing the average time-to-hire by 15 days.
• Successfully recruited and onboarded 20+ new employees across various departments including tech, marketing, and sales within a short 3-month period.
• Established relationships with key stakeholders to understand hiring needs and develop targeted recruitment strategies.
• Implemented an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to improve candidate management and streamline the recruitment process.
• Recruitment Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Stakeholder Management, ATS Implementation, Startup Environment

May 2018 – Jul 2018 · 2 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

Jul 2014 – Feb 2018 · 3 yrs 7 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

• Assistant Manager Human Resources at Prospus, a leading IT services company, responsible for overseeing talent acquisition, HR operations, and employee relations initiatives.
• Reduced recruitment costs by 15% through the implementation of a direct sourcing strategy and optimized job postings.
• Improved employee retention rates by 10% by developing and implementing a comprehensive employee engagement program, including training and development opportunities.
• Streamlined the onboarding process, decreasing time-to-productivity for new hires by 20% through a standardized onboarding checklist and training modules.
• Managed employee relations, resolving conflicts and ensuring compliance with labor laws, while maintaining a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, HR Operations, Employee Relations, Performance Management

Nov 2011 – Jul 2014 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

• Assistant Manager HR - Talent Acquisition at Carnation Auto India Pvt. Ltd., a prominent player in the automotive service industry, focusing on full-cycle recruitment and talent management.
• Reduced time-to-fill by 20% by implementing a streamlined recruitment process and optimized job boards, enhancing talent acquisition efficiency.
• Improved employee retention by 15% through the creation and implementation of employee-friendly HR policies and engagement initiatives.
• Successfully managed the recruitment and onboarding of 100+ new employees across various departments, supporting the company's growth objectives.
• Designed and executed a performance management system that aligned individual goals with organizational objectives, enhancing overall productivity.
• Full-Cycle Recruitment, Talent Management, HR Policies, Performance Management, Employee Engagement

Jul 2008 – Oct 2011 · 3 yrs 3 mos · Greater Noida

• Recruitment Team Lead at PeopleYo! Consulting Services, a staffing firm specializing in connecting skilled professionals with leading companies across various industries.
• Improved team productivity by 25% by implementing standardized recruitment processes and training programs for new team members.
• Reduced time-to-fill by 15% by leveraging online job portals, employee referrals, and headhunting strategies, resulting in faster placement rates.
• Successfully managed full-cycle recruitment for diverse skill sets, filling 100+ positions annually across IT, engineering, and administrative sectors.
• Enhanced client satisfaction by improving candidate quality, resulting in a 90% placement success rate and repeat business from key clients.
• Full-Cycle Recruitment, Team Leadership, Talent Sourcing, Stakeholder Management, Client Relationship Management