Mar 2022 – Aug 2022 · 5 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Remote

• As an Assistant Manager – Talent Acquisition at GoKwik, I contributed to scaling teams in a fast-growing startup ecosystem by driving end-to-end technical recruitment across diverse roles. I partnered closely with business leaders to understand talent needs, ensure hiring alignment, and deliver quality candidates within aggressive timelines.
• Alongside hiring, I supported team leadership and mentoring, fostering collaboration and performance within the recruitment team.
• My role also involved stakeholder engagement and vendor management, ensuring smooth coordination with external partners and consistent hiring outcomes. I am proficient in leveraging modern collaboration and performance tools, including Slack for seamless communication and Trakstar for performance management, enabling transparency, efficiency, and data-driven decisions.
• Driven by agility, ownership, and impact, I thrive in environments where talent acquisition directly fuels business growth.

Mar 2021 – Mar 2022 · 1 yr · Gurugram,Haryana,India · On-site

• I was actively involved in talent acquisition for the Artificial Intelligence and Data Center of Excellence, managing the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle across niche and high-demand skill sets. I partnered closely with hiring managers and leadership to understand evolving business needs and deliver quality talent aligned with organizational goals.
• In addition to core hiring responsibilities, I supported employee engagement initiatives, planned and executed hiring events, and contributed to building a strong employer presence within the tech talent market. My role required close collaboration with internal stakeholders and effective vendor management to ensure timely and efficient hiring outcomes.
• I am proficient in leveraging modern recruitment technologies, including SmartRecruiters (ATS) for streamlined hiring workflows and GoodTime for interview scheduling, enabling a smooth and data-driven candidate experience.
• Driven by precision, collaboration, and impact, I thrive in environments where cutting-edge technology and strategic talent acquisition intersect.

Aug 2020 – Mar 2021 · 7 mos · Delhi, India · On-site

• As a Recruitment Consultant at Go4World, I was accountable for managing the entire recruitment lifecycle, handling end-to-end hiring across roles while ensuring a smooth and compliant candidate journey. My responsibilities included offer negotiations, securing internal approvals, coordinating candidate releases, and conducting background and reference checks, followed by seamless onboarding support.
• In addition to hiring delivery, I partnered closely with stakeholders to understand workforce needs, manage expectations, and ensure timely closures.
• Beyond core recruitment, I facilitated exit interviews and played a key role in organizing hackathons, campus hiring events, and pool hiring initiatives, supporting scalable hiring and employer branding efforts.
• With a strong foundation in stakeholder engagement and operational excellence, I bring a structured, people-first approach to talent acquisition.

Apr 2019 – Jul 2020 · 1 yr 3 mos · Gurgaon, India · On-site

• As a Technical Recruiter at PayU, I managed comprehensive end-to-end recruitment across technology roles in a fast-paced fintech environment. I partnered closely with hiring managers and leadership to understand technical requirements, align on hiring priorities, and deliver quality talent efficiently.
• Beyond hiring delivery, I was actively involved in planning and executing employee engagement initiatives, ensuring a positive candidate-to-employee transition. I facilitated onboarding processes, coordinated hiring events.
• My role also included stakeholder relationship management and vendor oversight, ensuring smooth coordination with internal teams and external partners. I am experienced in leveraging recruitment technology, with hands-on proficiency in Greenhouse (ATS) to drive structured, data-driven hiring workflows.
• With a strong foundation in technical hiring, collaboration, and process excellence, I thrive in environments where speed, scale, and candidate experience matter.

Dec 2017 – Mar 2019 · 1 yr 3 mos · Gurgaon, India · On-site

• Effectively managed and nurtured strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including candidates, business partners, and hiring leaders, ensuring alignment and a positive hiring experience across touchpoints.
• Delivered end-to-end recruitment with complete ownership of the hiring lifecycle—ranging from sourcing, shortlisting, and telephonic pre-screening to interview coordination, employee engagement, salary negotiations, candidate closure on CTC, offer rollout, and seamless onboarding facilitation. This also included post-offer follow-ups, sustained candidate engagement, background verification, and initiation of induction processes.
• Supervised a team of three sourcing strategists from my RPO while driving productivity, quality sourcing, and continuous skill development. Developed strong expertise in industry mapping and market intelligence, tracking talent trends across multiple functions and segments.
• Actively contributed to special projects and training initiatives, including process improvement recommendations, auditing procedures for the Assessment Center, mentoring new hires, and supporting employee relations activities. Technologically adept, with hands-on experience using ATS platforms such as Taleo, along with sourcing and productivity tools like Enrich and Catalyst.

Apr 2016 – Dec 2017 · 1 yr 8 mos · Gurgaon, India · On-site

• Served as a Talent Adviser, partnering closely with business leaders to provide actionable insights on market trends, competitive intelligence, and talent availability. Leveraged recruitment platforms such as Taleo, LinkedIn, and leading job boards including Naukri.com, Monster, and Shine to deliver high-quality talent solutions.
• Provided timely and accurate support in the development of dashboards and recruitment reports, enabling data-driven decision-making. Collaborated extensively with client stakeholders on all recruitment-related matters, ensuring proactive communication, effective issue escalation, and swift resolution.
• Designed and executed custom sourcing strategies for each search, utilizing employee referrals, identifying target companies, and engaging relevant professional networks and industry associations. Developed compelling presentations to position job opportunities and the client organization effectively, while managing candidate relationships throughout the selection, offer, and closure stages.
• Consistently achieved role closures in line with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) while maintaining quality and candidate experience. Provided people leadership, supervising a team of four recruiters and driving performance, accountability, and capability building.
• Domain Hiring Expertise:
• Java (Core Java, J2EE, J2ME, Spring, Hibernate), Business & Credit Risk Analysis, .NET (C#, ASP.NET, VB.NET), Testing, Embedded Systems (Automotive, AUTOSAR, UDS, Firmware), Frontend & Backend Technologies (AngularJS, Node.js), Project Management, Financial Analysis, IT Enabled Services, Networking, Solaris, and C++.

Dec 2015 – Mar 2016 · 3 mos · Gurgaon, India · On-site

• Executed the complete recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and candidate evaluation through offer creation and onboarding formalities, ensuring a seamless and positive employee experience from day one.
• Regularly reviewed and analyzed workforce and engagement trends to identify areas of improvement, proactively recommending initiatives to enhance employee satisfaction and organizational effectiveness. Played an active role in employee relations, addressing grievances with sensitivity and discretion while prioritizing employee safety, wellness, and health.
• Served as the primary HR point of contact for employee-related queries, providing timely guidance and support across policies, processes, and people matters. Maintained strong awareness of market best practices, recommending and supporting the adoption of relevant HR tools, frameworks, and process improvements.
• Prepared and presented comprehensive monthly reports for management and key stakeholders, offering insights to support informed decision-making. Additionally, identified and resolved gaps in processes, communication, and systems, contributing to continuous improvement and operational excellence within HR functions.