Harini Ponraj, MBA

Recruiter

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia10 yrs 4 mos experience
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Key Highlights

  • Over 9 years of experience in Talent Acquisition.
  • Expertise in high-volume and strategic hiring.
  • Proven track record in diverse industries.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition expert specializing in high-volume recruitment across diverse industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

Talent AcquisitionStrategic HiringHigh-volume RecruitingTechnology RecruitmentHealthcare RecruitmentRecruitment ManagementRecruitment

Other Skills

Artificial Intelligence for BusinessCC++Candidate AssessmentsCandidate EngagementCandidate ExperienceCandidate SourcingClient Relationship ManagementContract RecruitmentCoordinating EventsCustomer ServiceData AnalysisDiversity RecruitmentEmployee EngagementEmployee Relations

About

I am a highly accomplished Talent Acquisition professional with over 9 years of experience driving recruitment excellence across ANZ and APAC. I specialize in building and scaling high-performing TA functions that support both national and global business growth. With a strong background in end-to-end recruitment across C-suite, leadership, technical, non-technical, and high-volume roles, I bring deep expertise in strategic hiring, workforce planning, and business partnering. My experience spans diverse industries including technology, fintech, GTM/sales, retail, healthcare, and automotive. I’ve worked across fast-growth environments from startups and scale-ups to global enterprises leading initiatives in geo-expansion, recruitment transformation, and system implementation. I’m passionate about optimizing hiring through data-driven decisions, process improvement, and stakeholder alignment. Core Strengths Include: Strategic hiring & leadership recruitment High-volume & multi-functional hiring delivery Market mapping & passive talent engagement Stakeholder & business partnership ATS/HR tech implementation (Greenhouse, JobAdder, Dayforce, Workday, SuccessFactors, BambooHR & more) KPI-driven performance (time-to-fill, quality of hire, agency reduction) With a logical, process-oriented approach, I thrive in fast-paced, agile environments building long-term stakeholder relationships, elevating candidate experience, and helping businesses stay competitive in the talent market.

Experience

10 yrs 4 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 8 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 10 mos
Current Experience

Corpay

Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner II | Corpay Cross Border

Aug 2024Present · 1 yr 10 mos · Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · Hybrid

  • Corpay is a US-based global leader in payment products and services, supporting over 500,000 commercial accounts and millions of cardholders worldwide. With a workforce of over 10,000 employees, Corpay delivers scalable, innovative solutions to more than 800 partners across diverse industries.
  • In my role as Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Corpay Cross Border – APAC, I partner closely with business leaders to drive strategic hiring initiatives and attract top-tier talent across the region.
  • Responsibilities:
  • Partner with hiring managers across the APAC region to understand talent needs and define strategic recruitment plans.
  • Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, from role briefing and sourcing to interviewing, selection, and offer management.
  • Develop and implement targeted sourcing strategies to attract high-caliber candidates for critical and niche roles.
  • Promote Corpay’s employer brand, ensuring a positive and seamless candidate experience throughout the hiring journey.
  • Leverage market insights and data to advise stakeholders on hiring trends, salary benchmarks, and talent availability.
  • Collaborate with global Talent Acquisition teams to align hiring strategies with Corpay’s broader business goals.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance recruitment efficiency, diversity, and quality of hire.
  • Support Corpay’s global expansion by identifying and securing talent aligned with the company's strategic objectives.
Strategic HiringEnd-to-End RecruitmentStakeholder ManagementData AnalysisMarket InsightsTalent Acquisition

Exco partners

Talent Acquisition Lead

Sep 2022Jun 2024 · 1 yr 9 mos · Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

  • Roles & Responsibilities:
  • Proven track record in end-to-end recruitment across various business units, demonstrating expertise in sourcing and acquiring top talent.
  • Scouting top talent for Sales, Marketing and Business Development roles
  • Successfully managed end-to-end recruitment processes for high-volume positions across multiple departments or business units.
  • Implemented strategies to efficiently attract, screen, and onboard a large number of candidates within tight deadlines.
  • Utilized various sourcing channels, including job boards, social media, and networking events, to build a robust pipeline of qualified candidates.
  • Consultative approach to talent acquisition, providing expert advice and support to hiring leaders and stakeholders.
  • Commitment to delivering exceptional candidate experiences, ensuring a positive impression of the organization.
  • Conducted exit interviews and new hire follow-ups to provide feedback to management.
  • Strong understanding of best practices in recruitment, including interview techniques, structures, and sourcing strategies.
  • Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives in recruitment efforts, partnering with internal stakeholders to develop diversity recruitment strategies and ensure diverse candidate slates.
  • Achievements:
  • ➢ Achieved a 30% increase in candidate applications by spearheading high-volume recruitment efforts, successfully filling 50 positions within a 3-month timeframe.
  • ➢ Implemented innovative recruitment strategies resulting in a 25% increase in candidate applications.
  • ➢ Managed end-to-end recruitment processes for large-scale hiring initiatives, resulting in a 20% improvement in time-to-fill metrics.
  • ➢ Leveraged technology, such as applicant tracking systems (ATS), to streamline and automate the hiring process for high-volume positions, reducing administrative overhead by 15%.
End-to-End RecruitmentHigh-Volume HiringSourcing ChannelsDiversity RecruitmentCandidate ExperienceTalent Acquisition+1

Bmp technologies

Recruitment Delivery Manager- Technology

Aug 2021Aug 2022 · 1 yr · Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

  • Led, planned, and managed operational teams to execute salaried and award recruitment across all company functions. Cultivated and maintained strong client relationships, understanding their needs, and delivering tailored solutions to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Utilized a variety of sourcing methods, including job boards, social media platforms, and professional networks, to proactively identify and engage passive candidates in high-demand technology and sales specialties.
  • Conducted comprehensive candidate assessments, including screening interviews, skills evaluations, and reference checks, to ensure the suitability and competency of candidates for technology and sales roles.
  • Managed the end-to-end recruitment process, from candidate sourcing and screening to offer negotiation and onboarding, while maintaining a high level of communication and transparency with both candidates and hiring managers.
  • Skilled in driving the recruitment process forward with energy and urgency, effectively handling large-volume recruitment while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Exceptional time management skills enabling efficient response to the diverse demands of stakeholders, ensuring timely completion of recruitment tasks and meeting deadlines.
  • Innovative approach to recruitment marketing to attract top talent for technology and sales roles, utilizing various channels and strategies to reach potential candidates.
Operational ManagementCandidate AssessmentsRecruitment MarketingClient Relationship ManagementTalent AcquisitionTechnology Recruitment

Techtree solutions

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Nov 2019Jul 2020 · 8 mos · Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

  • Roles & Responsibilities:
  • Collaborated closely with clinical department heads and healthcare project managers to gain a thorough understanding of existing and anticipated staffing needs within the healthcare sector.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in healthcare recruitment, with a focus on acquiring talent in medical technology, nursing, and allied health fields, contributing to the recruitment of top-tier healthcare professionals.
  • Provided strategic guidance and counsel on best practices in healthcare recruitment, utilizing industry insights to identify, engage, and retain exceptional talent within the medical and allied health sectors.
  • Conducted high-volume recruitment for Personal Care Workers, Enrolled Nurses, and Registered Nurses, as well as office support roles and other clinical Nursing positions within Victoria.
  • Provided guidance and advice on best practice recruitment, leveraging market insights to identify, engage, and retain top talent.
  • Roles worked like : Allied Health Professionals (Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, Dietitians, Psychologists), Clinical Research Coordinators, System Administrators, Clinical Application Specialist , And IT roles.
Healthcare RecruitmentCandidate EngagementMarket InsightsTalent Acquisition

Systems technology group, inc. (stg)

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Nov 2017Jun 2019 · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Expertise in Technology recruitment & maintaining business relationship for domains such as Cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), Technology Architecture, Service Architecture, Financial Crime Prevention, Risk & Support.
  • Additional Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement a best-in-class Talent Acquisition strategy and roadmap for volume and campaign sourcing at STG.
  • Provide strategic direction to the team to meet operational demands and build a model for future success.
  • Work closely with the business and Workforce Planning teams to understand and plan for upcoming bulk sourcing campaigns.
  • Conducted exit interviews and new hire follow-ups to provide feedback to management.
  • Handling the team for In-house Sourcing and managing the performance of the team.
  • Perform Live Sourcing with the Business and present the business Market Intelligence.
  • Providing support on Empaneling the Vendors and monitoring the performance on the same.
  • Coordinate with BGV and the onboarding team to complete the process within SLA.
  • Providing Induction and Onboarding details to candidate
  • Responsible for on‐board follow-up and maintaining the data of on‐boarding employees.
  • Accountable to clients across Locations for the closure of positions.
  • Interact with the Project team to understand the JD and pass the same to the Sourcing Channels.
  • Coordinate with Business and get feedback.
  • Attention to Escalation.
  • Prepare and publish the report to the respective Delivery/Customer.
  • Schedule the call meeting with Delivery/Customer to discuss the Pros and cons on Demand and Supply
Talent Acquisition StrategyTeam ManagementVendor ManagementTalent AcquisitionTechnology Recruitment

Vikatan

Senior Recruitment Specialist

May 2016Jun 2017 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • Experience in handling end to end recruitment of lateral as well as campus candidates.
  • Should have handled key initiatives and projects in recruitment.
  • Responsible for screening, sourcing based on competencies, availability, interest level, salary expectations and relocation needs
  • Hire and Onboard of new resources.
  • Create and monitor the training plan.
  • Publish monthly and Quarterly Learning and Development Dashboards.
  • Responsible for delivering an excellent new hire experience: Facilitating the 2‐ Day Corporate Induction
End-to-End RecruitmentCandidate ExperienceTraining and DevelopmentTalent AcquisitionRecruitment Management

Caresoft global

Recruitment Officer

Apr 2013May 2016 · 3 yrs 1 mo

  • Roles & Responsibilities:
  • Utilized diverse channels, including job boards, social media platforms, and professional networks, to proactively source and attract highly qualified candidates.
  • Built and maintained a robust talent pipeline to fulfill current and future hiring needs, ensuring the availability of skilled candidates for various roles.
  • Screened resumes and applications to identify candidates who closely match job requirements and organizational culture, utilizing a keen eye for detail and alignment with key competencies.
  • Facilitated the interview process by scheduling and coordinating interviews between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for all parties involved.
  • Provided comprehensive information and guidance to candidates throughout the interview process, addressing any inquiries and concerns to foster engagement and transparency.
  • Managed the posting of job openings on various platforms, both online and offline, to maximize visibility and reach among potential candidates.
  • Additional Responsibilities:
  • Conducted initial candidate assessments and screenings to evaluate qualifications, skills, and suitability for specific roles, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and hiring criteria.
  • Collaborated closely with hiring managers and department heads to understand staffing needs and priorities, providing strategic guidance and support to optimize recruitment strategies and processes.
  • Implemented innovative sourcing techniques and recruitment methods to enhance candidate quality and diversity, contributing to the overall effectiveness of talent acquisition initiatives.
  • Roles worked: Design Engineer, Fluid Mechanics Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, Sheet Metal Design Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Simulation Engineer, Automotive Trimmer, Tooling Design Engineer, IMES Domain, and IT roles.
Candidate SourcingInterview CoordinationJob Posting ManagementTalent AcquisitionRecruitment

Education

SRM IST Chennai

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Jan 2011Jan 2013

Dr.Mahalingam College of Engineering and Technology

Information Technology

Jan 2008Jan 2011

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