Jul 2020 – Aug 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

• Identified vital gaps in analytics skills and crafted customized sourcing and hiring strategies to address specific business demands.
• Oversaw the complete recruitment lifecycle for analytics positions in the pharmaceutical sector, encompassing roles in data analysis, predictive modelling, and business intelligence & analysis.
• Crafted detailed reports and presentations for stakeholders, offering valuable insights into recruitment trends and opportunities for enhancements within the pharmaceutical analytics sphere.

Jul 2019 – Jun 2020 · 11 mos

• Launched "Gateway," a strategic recruitment initiative, to attract analytics talent directly from university campuses, ensuring a steady stream of native talent for immediate hiring needs.
• Directed, mentored, and coached special projects including "Let's Connect" (a post-offer engagement initiative), employee referral campaigns, "Four Wall Sessions" (knowledge-sharing between business and TA function), and "Employer/Talent Branding" (creation of new-age video job descriptions & online showcase page).
• Conducted market mapping, aligned policies and job descriptions, implemented ATS, initiated a boomerang program, and spearheaded diversity hiring efforts.

Sep 2018 – Jul 2019 · 10 mos

• My brief tenure as an HR Business Partner honed my skills as a culture ambassador, change agent, employee advocate, and enabled me to understand the intricacies of value propositions.

Apr 2016 – Sep 2018 · 2 yrs 5 mos

• Played a pivotal role in scaling the organization from 60 to over 1000 employees, transitioning from sole management to establishing a fully-fledged HR team.
• From ground level to executive positions, sourced and hired seasoned professionals specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Big Data, and Analytics.
• Marshalled university relations programs at leading B-schools (primarily IIMs), E-schools (primarily IITs and NITs), and G-schools (private colleges).

Apr 2015 – Feb 2016 · 10 mos

• In Account Management, I ensured seamless communication between the recruitment delivery team, candidates, and end customers, fostering strong relationships and proactively identifying staffing needs to implement strategic work structures. Additionally, I was responsible for overseeing end-to-end delivery, managing a team of 21 individuals.

Aug 2013 – Mar 2015 · 1 yr 7 mos

• As an Individual Contributor, I was entrusted with a diverse range of responsibilities that allow me to make a significant impact on talent acquisition processes. Leveraging my expertise and resources, I meticulously manage candidate information through various Vendor Management Systems (VMS), including V-Hire for Capgemini, Beeline for Microsoft, and Provade for Oracle. This ensures that candidate data is consistently updated and maintained to the highest standards.

Jun 2012 – Aug 2013 · 1 yr 2 mos

• Utilized both traditional and contemporary portals to source technology professionals, while also managing VMS/MSP platforms like Peoplefluent Fieldglass, Beeline, and Agile-1.
• Proficient in leveraging online databases such as LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, GitHub, and more, I have served various domains including Airlines, Financial Services, Real Estate, Retail, Medical Device Manufacturing, and Healthcare. Notable clients include GE Capital, GE Arden Realty, Medtronic, Thomson Reuters, Best Buy, and Delta Airlines.

Jan 2011 – Jun 2012 · 1 yr 5 mos

• Led end-to-end hiring processes for technology experts across Telecom, E-commerce, Infrastructure, ERP, CRM, Pharmaceutical, and Insurance sectors, with a focus on the US market. Specializing in ERP (Pl/Sql, Oracle Apps Developer, DBA, O2C, P2P, SAP - BI, BO, ABABP, Basis, HANA, FICO) and CRM (JDE Developer, EnterpriseOne, PeopleSoft HRMS, HCM developer) domains, I ensured efficient recruitment tailored to client specifications.

Jan 2010 – Mar 2010 · 2 mos

• HDFC Life, one of India's leading private life insurance companies, offers a range of individual and group insurance solutions. It is a joint venture between Housing Development Finance Corporation Limited (HDFC), India's leading housing finance institution and Standard Life plc, the leading provider of financial services in the United Kingdom.
• HDFC Life continues to have one of the widest reaches among new insurance companies with about 500 branches in India touching customers in over 900 cities and towns.The company has also established a liaison office in Dubai. HDFC Life has a strong presence in its existing markets with a strong base of Financial Consultants.