May 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 1 mo · Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India · Remote

• Established and implemented core HR policies and procedures for an established organization that previously lacked formal HR systems.
• Designed and rolled out employee handbook, HR processes, and compliance frameworks (leave, attendance, code of conduct, performance management, etc.).
• Set up end-to-end HR operations covering recruitment, onboarding, payroll support, employee engagement, and exit management.
• Introduced performance appraisal system and employee feedback mechanisms to improve accountability and retention.
• Partnered with leadership to align HR practices with business goals and statutory compliance.
• Actively worked as a recruiter for niche and hard-to-fill roles, especially field-based positions, ensuring quick closures.
• Sourced candidates effectively through multiple channels such as LinkedIn, Naukri, Indeed, IIM Jobs, Hirist, Apna, Shine, and employee referrals.
• Partnered with business leaders to align HR strategy with organizational growth and statutory compliance.

Oct 2023 – Apr 2024 · 6 mos · REMOTE · Remote

• Understanding the Technical requirements.
• Preparing job descriptions.
• Collaborated with internal teams to ensure seamless recruiting process.
• End-to-end recruitment involvement: sourcing, qualifying, interviewing, and negotiating salaries
• Sourcing and recruiting consultants from open sources, job portals, and social media platforms
• Conducting technical interviews to assess candidates' skills and suitability
• Maintaining a comprehensive database of candidates and their profiles
• Proficient in using Applicant Tracking System (ATS) like Talentpool
• Experienced in managing a team of 5-8 members, ensuring efficient workflow and productivity.

May 2022 – Oct 2023 · 1 yr 5 mos · Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India · Remote

• Niche Hiring Expertise – Closing hard-to-fill roles across Tech & Non-Tech, including leadership, field, and domain-specific positions.
• Full-Cycle Recruitment – From sourcing to shortlisting, interview coordination, offer negotiation, and onboarding support — I manage the complete hiring process.
• Boolean & X-Ray Search Mastery – I use advanced search techniques across LinkedIn, Google, GitHub, and job boards to uncover top talent others miss.
• AI-Enhanced Hiring – I leverage tools like ChatGPT, RAG search, and AI-driven sourcing platforms (HireEZ, SeekOut, AmazingHiring) to speed up screening and improve quality of hire.
• Multi-Channel Sourcing – I combine paid platforms (LinkedIn Recruiter, Naukri, Indeed, IIMJobs, Hirist) with unpaid sources (referrals, social media, talent communities) for maximum reach.
• Business Development – Actively use LinkedIn Sales Navigator, cold outreach, and job boards to connect with founders, HR heads, and hiring managers to build a consistent client pipeline.
• Talent Pipeline Building – Maintain ready-to-hire talent pools for recurring roles, enabling faster turnaround times for urgent and volume hiring needs.
• Hiring Strategy Consulting – Help startups and mid-sized companies create role briefs, define ideal candidate personas, and align hiring goals with team structure and growth.
• Employer Branding Support – Advise on how to position the company, craft compelling job descriptions, and improve candidate experience to attract top talent.
• Data-Driven Reporting – Share regular updates and insights on sourcing funnel, market talent availability, and hiring metrics to keep clients informed and confident.

Jan 2021 – Aug 2021 · 7 mos · Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh India · Remote

• Sourcing and recruiting consultants from open sources, jobportals and social media
• Business Development and lead generation.
• Work with mid size and startupsfor their IT/ Non IT Requirement.
• Extensive work experience of using the Boolean search on all the job portals and the social media platforms and LinkedIn
• Deliver only the screened candidates as per required skills and communication to minimize the client effort and maximize timely closure against the assigned requirements
• Branding the company
• Worked for Spottabl And Episeio (Recruitment Consultancies)

Aug 2021 – May 2022 · 9 mos · Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India · Remote

• Understanding the Technical requirement of the hiring manager.
• Preparing the Job Description for the same.
• Managing the team
• Daily update on interview status and coordination with Hiring manager and team in
• Conducting screening interview to understand candidate experience, skill set reason for the job change, and the reasons that make them interested to join Dhani.
• Salary Negotiation.
• Conducting Interviews with the technical team and Hiring Manager.
• Releasing the offer letter followed by onboarding documentation .
• Providing Training to the team

Nov 2020 – Dec 2020 · 1 mo · Lucknow Area, India · Remote

• Involved in end-to-end recruitment; sourcing, qualifying, interviewing and salary negotiations.
• Maintained databases for easy tracking of applicants and their technical skills.
• Extensive use of LinkedIn Recruiter and other social media platforms.
• Builds a qualified talent pipeline and maintains relationships with key consultants. Advertisement/Promotion activities on internet.
• Preparing the Job Description

May 2019 – Nov 2020 · 1 yr 6 mos · Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India · Remote

• Hiring and recruitment of IT professionals for junior, mid-level, & senior level for US Market.
• Involved in end-to-end recruitment; sourcing, qualifying, interviewing, and salary negotiations.
• Maintained databases for easy tracking of applicants and their technical skills.
• Extensive knowledge of using Boolean search on portals Monster.com, Dice, CareerBuilder, and LinkedIn.
• Worked for employment terms W2/C2C /1099 and Full Time.
• Business Development, continuous follow-up with the clients and consultants.
• Builds a qualified talent pipeline and maintains relationships with key vendors and consultants.
• Advertisement/Promotion activities on internet.
• Training new recruits and fresher. Focused on banking and financial Client requirement on Non-IT position
• Developed comprehensive onboarding and training programs for recruits and freshers, focusing on banking and financial client requirements for non-IT positions, leading to a 95% retention rate and enhancing new hire readiness for specialized roles within 6 weeks.

Nov 2018 – May 2019 · 6 mos · Lucknow Area, India · On-site

• Hiring and recruitment of IT professionals for junior, mid-level, & senior level for US Market.
• Involved in end-to-end recruitment; sourcing, qualifying, interviewing, and salary negotiations.
• Maintained databases for easy tracking of applicants and their technical skills.
• Extensive knowledge of using Boolean search on portals Monster.com, Dice, CareerBuilder, and LinkedIn.
• Worked for employment terms W2/C2C /1099 and Full Time.
• Business Development, continuous follow-up with the clients and consultants.
• Builds a qualified talent pipeline and maintains relationships with key vendors and consultants.
• Advertisement/Promotion activities on internet.
• Training new recruits and fresher. Focused on banking and financial Client requirement on Non-IT position
• Orchestrated comprehensive training programs for new recruits, specializing in banking and financial non-IT roles, resulting in a 95% new hire retention rate and a 30% increase in recruitment efficiency within the first year.

Sep 2017 – Nov 2017 · 2 mos · Lucknow

Oct 2016 – Jul 2017 · 9 mos · Lucknow Area, India

• US IT RECRUITMENT AND STAFFING

Sep 2012 – Sep 2016 · 4 yrs · Noida Area, India

Aug 2011 – Aug 2012 · 1 yr · Jasola New Delhi

• Technical Voice Process: Internet Troubleshooting and Router configration

Mar 2009 – Aug 2010 · 1 yr 5 mos · Lucknow Area, India