Harika Challagurugula

Recruiter

Hyderabad, Telangana, India5 yrs experience

Key Highlights

  • Awarded 'Social Media Champ' for innovative hiring campaigns
  • Executed large scale recruitment drives attracting 400+ candidates
  • Implemented Keka HRMS, reducing payroll processing time by 30%
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Human Resources professional with expertise in recruitment and HR operations across Pharmaceuticals and Consulting sectors.

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Skills

Core Skills

Hr OperationsTalent Acquisition

Other Skills

End to End RecruitmentsHR GeneralistEmployee RelationsHR PoliciesHuman Resource DevelopmentHR TransformationEmployee TrainingHRIS Database ManagementkekaOnboardingEmployee EngagementHuman Resources Information Systems (HRIS)HRLinkedIn MarketingPayroll Administration

About

I am an HR Professional with close to 5 years of experience with fulltime and freelancing across HR Operations, Talent Acquisition, Payroll and HRMS. I’ve worked in both Pharmaceuticals and Recruitment Consulting, supporting complete HR lifecycle processes and driving impactful people initiatives in fast-paced environments. My work has been consistently recognized for creativity and performance I was awarded “Social Media Champ - Hyderabad” for innovative LinkedIn hiring campaigns and employer branding. Led companywide LinkedIn sourcing and employer branding trainings on profile optimization, candidate attraction, job posting strategy, and digital hiring best practices. I have also executed large scale recruitment drives attracting 400+ candidates and had the opportunity to interview a Google Hyderabad Leader under TMS Digital Storytelling Program, reflecting my communication strength and growth mindset. Experience Highlights At Masuu Global Solutions Implemented Keka HRMS, reducing payroll processing time by 30% Built HR processes, SOPs, and compliance frameworks from the ground up Organized the company’s first walk-in drive, attracting 400+ candidates Managed end-to-end lifecycle: onboarding → payroll → attendance → performance → exits Peoples HR At Mitocon Biopharma Led end-to-end hiring for PV, Medical Affairs, QA, IT & Business Development Handled payroll, benefits, compliance & audit support Managed induction, documentation, employee engagement & HR operations At Live Connections (Career Start) Closed niche roles for global clients including Cognizant, Novartis, Sanofi, AbbVie, AstraZeneca, Mylan, Takeda, Purdue, Arcesium, Deloitte, Wells Fargo, Diebold, and DuPont Achieved top billing as a fresher by consistently delivering high-quality talent pipelines Key Skills HR Operations • Talent Acquisition • HRMS • Payroll • Compliance • Employee Relations • HR Analytics • Employee Engagement • Policy Implementation • Stakeholder Management I am passionate about building structured HR systems, improving employee experience, and helping organizations hire and retain the right talent with speed, accuracy, and integrity.

Experience

5 yrs
Total Experience
1 yr 2 mos
Average Tenure
3 mos
Current Experience

Truezenix services private limited

Senior Human Resources

Feb 2026Present · 3 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · On-site

  • HR Lead
End to End RecruitmentsHR GeneralistHR OperationsEmployee RelationsHR PoliciesHuman Resource Development+3

Masuu global solutions

Senior Executive Human Resources

Jan 2025Oct 2025 · 9 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · On-site

  • Industry: Pharmaceutical, Software Development, Recruitment Consultancy, AgroTech, Artificial Intelligence.
  • Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, from sourcing to onboarding.
  • Develop and implement HR policies and procedures.
  • Handle employee engagement, performance management, and training programs.
  • Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.
  • Support payroll and benefits administration.
  • Address employee relations issues and provide conflict resolution
  • Built HR function from ground up, including policies, SOPs, and compliance frameworks.
  • Implemented Keka HRIS, reducing payroll processing time by 30% and improving attendance & compliance accuracy.
  • Designed and executed the company’s first walk-in drive, attracting 400+ candidates via LinkedIn branding.
  • Managed full employee lifecycle: onboarding, induction, payroll, engagement, and exits.
  • Facilitated L&D programs and team building activities to boost performance and morale.
  • Generated monthly MIS and workflow reports to support leadership decision making.
  • Spearheaded LinkedIn recruitment postings, which enhanced employer branding and generated a surge of high-quality CVs.
HR GeneralistHR OperationsHRIS Database ManagementEmployee RelationskekaOnboarding+6

Freelance

Freelance Recruiter

Dec 2023Dec 2024 · 1 yr · Remote

End to End RecruitmentsTalent Acquisition

Mitocon biopharma pvt ltd

Human Resources Executive

Jul 2022Nov 2023 · 1 yr 4 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · On-site

  • 1. Talent Acquisition
  • Sourced potential candidates from various channels, including job portals, referrals, and social platforms & networking.
  • Conducted walk-in interviews and liaised with candidates and technical panels.
  • Managed the full recruitment cycle, till salary negotiation, making offers to candidates and on boarding of qualified candidates.
  • Oversaw recruitment for departments such as Medical Information Contact Centre, Individual Case Safety Reports, Medical Literature Monitoring, Aggregate Reports, Medical Affairs, Quality Assurance, IT, and Business Development.
  • 2. Onboarding & Induction
  • Streamlined the on-boarding process by collecting pre-joining documents and assigning employee codes for accurate record-keeping.
  • Led induction sessions to introduce new hires to company culture, policies, and benefits, ensuring smooth integration into their roles.
  • Collaborated with IT and Facilities teams to ensure new employees received the necessary equipment and access credentials.
  • 3. HR Activities & Administration
  • Drafted offer letters, appointment letters, probation extensions, and other HR communications.
  • Organized employee engagement activities, wellness programs, and safety initiatives, improving employee satisfaction.
  • Prepared monthly MIS reports for the CAO, providing insights into recruitment, employee engagement, and welfare.
  • 4. Payroll & Benefits Administration
  • Managed payroll processes, including attendance tracking, salary disbursements, and overtime. Administered employee benefits while ensuring compliance with statutory regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records of compensation details and updated employee salary.
  • Supported the exit process by conducting exit interviews and ensuring timely settlements.
  • 5. HR Generalist Functions
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures, ensuring legal and organizational compliance.
  • Assisted during labor audit documentation and compliance with Telangana authorities.
Payroll AdministrationNew Hire OrientationsHuman Resource DevelopmentEmployee RelationsHR GeneralistEnd to End Recruitments+5

Live connections

AG3-Senior Partner Sourcing _{ Pharmaceutical | Biotechnology | Life Sciences | Healthcare} & Non IT

Nov 2020Jul 2022 · 1 yr 8 mos · India · On-site

  • Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Management
  • Delivered effective recruitment solutions for vacancies across all organizational levels and job functions.
  • Successfully filled positions ranging from Service Delivery Managers to entry-level roles, tailoring recruitment strategies to meet client requirements.
  • Recruited for roles in Pharma, Healthcare, and Life Sciences sectors, including Medical Reviewers, Drug Safety Physicians, Clinical Data Managers, and Pharmacovigilance professionals, Medical Writers, Complaint Management, Clinical SAS Programming, and Aggregate Reporting (PADER, DSUR, PSUR & PBRER).
  • Focused primarily on Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Biotechnology sectors, and to a lesser extent in Financial, IT, and Non-IT sectors.
  • Worked closely with the social media team for branding and recruitment marketing through LinkedIn and other online platforms, enhancing the company's online presence and talent pool.
  • Closed roles for top LC clients including Cognizant and its clients Novartis, Sanofi, AbbVie, AstraZeneca, Mylan, Takeda, Purdue, as well as Arcesium, Deloitte, Wells Fargo (Big 4 Companies), Diebold, and DuPont.
  • Achieved Top Recruitment billing as a fresher and won “Social Media Champ” award for LinkedIn hiring & for Employer Branding.
Pharma RecruitmentEnd to End RecruitmentsNiche Talent AcquisitionNew Hire TrainingHealthcare StaffingLinkedIn Recruiter+2

Husys

ApHusys Cloud HRIS training program

Oct 2020Nov 2020 · 1 mo · Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Cloud hrisHRIS Database ManagementHuman Resources Information Systems (HRIS)

Techvolt software coimbatore

Human Resources Intern

Jun 2020Aug 2020 · 2 mos · Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India · Remote

Payroll AdministrationEnd to End Recruitments

Ludifu (let us do it for u)

Human Resources Manager

Apr 2020May 2020 · 1 mo · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · Remote

Education

VISHWA VISHWANI SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

Master of Business Administration - MBA — Human Resources Management and Services

Jan 2019Jan 2021

Kasturba Gandhi Degree & PG College for Women

Bachelor of Science - BSc

Jun 2016May 2019

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