Jan 2022 – Feb 2025 · 3 yrs 1 mo · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India · On-site

• My journey in the world of Talent Acquisition has been an exciting blend of challenges, growth, and transformation. I began my professional adventure with Classplus, where I had the privilege of contributing to its remarkable journey of scaling and success.
• Today, I continue this journey under the Classplus umbrella as part of Testbook, a dynamic organization shaping the future of ed-tech and online learning. This transition has allowed me to expand my horizons, build on my expertise, and play a pivotal role in driving recruitment excellence for a growing team.
• From sourcing exceptional talent to building strong teams, from implementing HR initiatives to leveraging data-driven insights, I’m committed to creating a lasting impact. Collaborating with inspiring leaders and a talented team has been an enriching experience"
• As a Talent Acquisition Lead, my career has been fueled by a passion for connecting exceptional talent with transformative opportunities. Here’s a glimpse into my professional journey and accomplishments:
• Bulk Hiring Expertise: Spearheaded large-scale recruitment initiatives, including building entire sales teams for high-growth companies like Testbook, ensuring seamless alignment with business objectives and volume demands.
• Talent Sourcing: Mastered head-hunting and talent sourcing across platforms like Naukri, Shine, and Hirect, optimizing sourcing channels to enhance the quality and diversity of candidates.
• Candidate Engagement: Built lasting relationships with candidates through consistent communication, reducing backouts and enhancing retention rates while promoting a positive candidate experience.
• Collaboration with Hiring Managers: Partnered closely with hiring managers to ensure recruitment efforts aligned seamlessly with business goals, delivering timely and impactful results.

Jul 2021 – Jan 2022 · 6 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

• As a Sr. Associate - Finance (Payroll) at Zomato Limited, I had the opportunity to contribute to one of India’s leading tech-driven companies, ensuring smooth payroll operations and supporting critical financial decisions.
• Here’s a snapshot of my contributions during this enriching tenure:
• Payroll Management: Managed end-to-end payroll processes, including salary inputs, disbursement, and addressing employee queries with efficiency and accuracy.
• Data Insights for Leadership: Prepared comprehensive salary cost data and investor dashboards, empowering senior leadership with actionable insights for strategic decisions.
• Attrition Analysis: Monitored and reported monthly attrition trends to help identify patterns and inform workforce planning.
• Cost Impact Analysis: Calculated the monthly cost implications of new joiners, providing insights into budget planning and allocation.
• Audit Excellence: Successfully facilitated internal audits with zero major findings, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial processes.
• Employee Relations: Resolved payroll-related queries promptly, enhancing employee satisfaction and fostering trust.
• Strategic Reporting: Delivered accurate and timely payroll reports that supported the CFO in making informed financial decisions.
• My time at Zomato was not just about numbers; it was about ensuring every employee felt valued and every financial decision was data-driven. I’m grateful for the experience and the opportunity to contribute to a company with such a strong mission and culture.

Oct 2020 – Feb 2021 · 4 mos · Delhi, India · On-site

• As an HR Manager at Munaffa (Cresselia Tradeline Limited), I had the privilege of contributing to the organization’s growth by streamlining HR functions and implementing impactful strategies to enhance recruitment and employee engagement.
• Key highlights from my tenure include:
• Bulk Talent Acquisition: Spearheaded end-to-end recruitment for IT and Non-IT roles, managing high-volume hiring for field executives and corporate positions to meet the dynamic needs of buyers and sellers across India.
• Process Improvement: Designed and implemented continuous improvement solutions for Payroll, Attendance, and Leave processes, increasing operational efficiency across HR functions.
• HR Documentation Management: Oversaw applicant documentation processes, including drafting Provisional Offer Letters, Appointment Letters, and Transfer Letters, ensuring compliance and precision in HR records.
• System Streamlining: Transitioned HR operations from a people-oriented approach to a process-oriented framework, enhancing workflows and recruitment outcomes.
• Employee Engagement & Grievance Handling: Organized employee engagement initiatives and effectively addressed grievances, fostering a collaborative and positive workplace culture.
• This role allowed me to combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution, driving measurable results while creating a supportive and efficient HR environment.

Jun 2018 – Mar 2020 · 1 yr 9 mos · Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, India · On-site

• As an HR Manager at Utkal Automobiles Private Limited, I had the opportunity to lead and transform HR operations for the manufacturing and dealership units, focusing on high-volume recruitment and employee engagement.
• Key contributions during my tenure include:
• Talent Acquisition: Managed end-to-end recruitment for sales, operations, and support roles, ensuring the timely fulfillment of staffing needs across manufacturing and dealership units.
• Streamlined Onboarding: Coordinated recruitment, pre-employment screening, and orientation processes to provide a seamless onboarding experience for a large volume of new hires.
• Induction and Exit Formalities: Efficiently facilitated joining, induction, and exit processes, ensuring compliance and a positive experience for employees at every stage of their journey.
• Policy Guidance and Query Resolution: Offered clear guidance on company policies and effectively addressed employee queries, fostering transparency and trust within the organization.
• Employer Branding Strategies: Enhanced visibility and attracted diverse talent through employer branding initiatives, including campus drives, job fairs, and company visits.
• Team Mentorship: Mentored HR associates and trainees, sharing best practices in bulk hiring and onboarding to strengthen team capabilities.
• Employee Wellness Initiatives: Advocated for safety, welfare, and health initiatives, promoting a healthy and supportive workplace environment.
• This role enabled me to drive HR excellence and contribute to the company’s growth by aligning HR strategies with organizational goals.

Jun 2016 – May 2018 · 1 yr 11 mos · Jaipur, Rajasthan, India · On-site

• I began my HR journey as an HR Executive at Jaipur Rugs Company Private Limited, where I had the opportunity to learn, grow, and lay a strong foundation for my career in Human Resources. This role was instrumental in shaping my approach to HR operations, talent acquisition, and employee engagement.
• Key responsibilities and achievements included:
• Full-Cycle Recruitment: Managed the recruitment life cycle for entry, middle, and senior-level profiles, including sourcing, technical assessments, interviews, and salary negotiations.
• Diverse Talent Sourcing: Leveraged multiple sourcing channels such as job boards (Naukri, Monster, LinkedIn), career portals, references, campus drives, job fairs, and local institutes to build a robust talent pipeline.
• Referral Programs & Candidate Engagement: Implemented and monitored referral programs, ensuring minimal drop-outs by tracking and engaging offered candidates until onboarding.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Maintained strong working relationships with managers, delivery heads, vendors, clients, and candidates, ensuring seamless coordination throughout the recruitment process.
• Headhunting: Proactively identified and approached suitable candidates for niche and senior-level roles.
• HR Operations: Played a pivotal role in HR operations, ensuring compliance with legislation, maintaining accurate HR databases, and managing attendance and leave records.
• Training Coordination: Supported training programs by coordinating sessions, ensuring smooth execution and participation.
• Jaipur Rugs was more than just my first role—it was a place of immense learning and growth. I honed my skills in talent acquisition, HR operations, and stakeholder management, which have become the foundation of my career progress.
• I’m grateful for the opportunity to have worked with such a dynamic and inspiring organization, and I carry forward these learnings in every step of my professional journey.