May 2022 – Jan 2024 · 1 yr 8 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

• Experienced in full-cycle recruitment, including cold calling, sourcing, pre-screening, scheduling interviews, offer initiation, and onboarding. Skilled in leveraging leading job boards (Monster, Dice, CareerBuilder, Indeed, ZipRecruiter) using complex Boolean search strings and job postings to attract top talent. Proficient with LinkedIn Recruiter for candidate searches, pipeline maintenance, employer branding, job postings, and attracting passive candidates.
• Optimized ATS to streamline recruitment processes and build talent pipelines through active lead generation and candidate referral programs. Engaged in team-building activities and collaborated with peers to address challenging requisitions and niche skills. Stayed updated on recruiting trends and strategies via online resources.
• Maintained daily and weekly reports and candidate databases. Proficient in MS Office, Outlook, and industry-leading chat and videoconferencing tools (MS Teams, Cisco WebEx, GoogleTalk). Additionally, experienced in team handling, mentoring, and quality checking.

Jan 2022 – Apr 2022 · 3 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Remote

• Core responsibilities encompass sourcing, screening, and managing the entire interview coordination process, including thorough pre- and post-interview follow-ups.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of requirements, primarily sourced from leadership hiring teams, spanning a diverse range of technologies.
• Effectively utilized job portals like Monster, Naukri, Indeed, LinkedIn, and Dice for advanced Boolean searches, not only to identify suitable candidates but also to promote open positions and attract top-tier talent through job postings.
• Developed comprehensive Microsoft Excel spreadsheets for accurate and timely daily, weekly, and monthly reporting.
• Implemented diversity recruitment strategies, successfully attracting and hiring candidates from various backgrounds to promote an inclusive workplace.

Oct 2019 – Dec 2021 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Greater Bengaluru Area

• Evaluated resumes, interviewed candidates, and presented qualified applicants to hiring managers, refining recruitment strategies based on feedback. Fostered strong relationships with executives, HR, and hiring managers, producing consistent results. Utilized LinkedIn Recruiter and job boards like Indeed for advertising and engaging with potential candidates.
• Operated and maintained ATS systems (Taleo, iCIMS). Sourced candidates via referrals, direct sourcing, and online applicants. Certified I9 verifier, adhering to compliance and handling bulk hiring for ITeS roles. Stayed updated on recruiting trends through online learning platforms.
• Effectively screened candidates to evaluate strengths and weaknesses, optimized sourcing networks, and built talent pipelines. Coached new hires and interns, tracked progress, and delegated tasks. Created daily, weekly, and monthly reports using Microsoft Excel.

Feb 2019 – Oct 2019 · 8 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

• Trained and mentored 10+ junior recruiters in interviewing, recruitment, and onboarding processes.
• Led the establishment of hiring objectives, SLAs, and performance metrics for effective team management.
• Formulated recruiting and sourcing strategies to identify and pipeline qualified IT candidates in a high-paced agency setting.
• Managed applicant tracking and candidate management systems, including IQN, SAP Fieldglass, WorkNexus, and WorkForceLogiq.
• Facilitated the End-To-End recruitment process, encompassing pre-screening, cold calling, telephonic interviews, tracking system updates, manager interviews, assessments, references, and offers.
• Scheduled interviews and communicated vital information to candidates regarding selection, hiring processes, and qualification queries.
• Conducted reference checks, background checks, negotiated terms, rates, coordinated interviews, extended offers, and closed candidates.
• Stayed abreast of new technologies, trends, and solutions in the recruitment landscape.
• Conducted regular follow-ups with Hiring Managers and candidates to determine candidate status.
• Proactively developed a pool of qualified candidates in anticipation of future needs using the Job Diva ATS system.
• IT Skills recruited for: JavaScript, TypeScript, .Net, UI/UX, Mainframe/COBOL, Salesforce, ServiceNow, Network Security, Networking, Informatica, VoIP, System Admin, Business and Systems Analysis, etc.
• Non-IT Skills recruited for: Accountancy, PC Tech, Desktop Engineering, etc.
• Industries: Information Technology, Banking, Insurance, Finance, Software, Clothing & Apparel, Government.

Oct 2017 – Feb 2019 · 1 yr 4 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

• Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities, evaluation of applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
• Skilled in requirement analysis, sourcing strategies, utilizing on-line database, candidate referrals, internet, and networking to identify potential candidates in both domestic and global level hiring.
• Involved in full life cycle recruitment process (Analyzing JD, sourcing, screening, conducting Technical/HR interview, selection, salary negotiation, offer release, orientation and joining).
• Implement different sourcing strategies such as Boolean search in job boards/ direct sourcing, networking with candidates on LinkedIn, referral generation, usage of internal database, job posting, etc.
• Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems like Ceipal, IQN, and SAP Fieldglass.
• Successfully closed assigned requisitions within given SLA of 24-48 hours depending on skill-set and availability of candidates for any particular job roles.

Jan 2013 – Oct 2017 · 4 yrs 9 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

• Involved in full recruiting lifecycle, from qualifying resumes, sourcing candidates (through direct and passive means including phone/email/referral/internet posting & searches), client contact/feedback, salary negotiations, closing candidate and employee referrals.
• Implemented different sourcing strategies like Boolean search in job boards/ direct sourcing, networking with candidates on LinkedIn, referral generation, usage of internal database, job posting, etc.
• Expertise in job boards such as Dice, CareerBuilder, Monster, Ladders and Indeed.
• Single handedly managed multiple accounts, discussing requirement needs with onsite team and was successful in delivering quality as well as quantity.
• Worked closely with hiring managers, client executives in finding best match for requirements assigned and as well as closing job orders on time.
• Interacted with clients to gather and analyze requirements and execute them and able to handle client escalations.
• Successfully recruited/ placed candidates at all levels of expertise across diverse technical and non- technical skills within given SLA of 24-48 hours.
• Had experience working in various domains such as IT, Healthcare, Banking, Telecommunication, and Retail and very often on Non-IT requirements.
• Regular follow-ups were done with both client and consultants for interview status update and consultant performance feedback.