Swati S.

Head of Talent

Chandigarh, India8 yrs 5 mos experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Promoted thrice within 5.9 years.
  • Streamlined recruitment processes, reducing time-to-hire by 30%.
  • Led initiatives increasing workforce diversity by 10%.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic HR leader with expertise in talent management and organizational development.

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Skills

Core Skills

LeadershipOrganizational DevelopmentEmployee EngagementTalent AcquisitionRecruitingGlobal Talent AcquisitionHiring

Other Skills

Attention to DetailBusiness AnalysisBusiness ResilienceCareer ManagementChange ManagementCoachingCommunicationCross-functional Team LeadershipData AnalyticsEmployee BenefitsEmployee GrievanceEmployee RelationsEmployer BrandingExecutive SearchHR Metrics

About

Hello! I am Swati Sapra, an HR professional with over 9 years of experience in leading talent management, performance optimization, and employee engagement initiatives. My journey in human resources has been driven by a passion for enhancing operational efficiency and building high-performance teams. I specialize in aligning HR practices with business goals to foster inclusive workplace cultures and contribute to organizational growth and success. Throughout my career, I have successfully transitioned from a recruitment-focused role to a strategic HR leader, overseeing end-to-end HR operations for multiple business units. I have a proven track record in streamlining recruitment processes, implementing performance management frameworks, and driving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. My expertise in HR analytics allows me to generate insights that inform data-backed decisions, ultimately improving employee retention and engagement. Key Achievements: - Promoted thrice within 5.9 years, from Recruitment Manager to Senior Manager, HR (2021), and to VP-HR(2022) and then,Head of HR (2023). - Successfully managed HR functions for Fotografik, Flomoo, and Duck Pharmacy, overseeing comprehensive HR operations. - Streamlined recruitment processes, optimizing hiring efficiency and reducing time-to-hire by 30%. - Led initiatives that increased workforce diversity by 10% and improved employee productivity by 20%.

Experience

8 yrs 5 mos
Total Experience
2 yrs 4 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 3 mos
Current Experience

Career break

Health and well-being

Mar 2025Present · 1 yr 3 mos

Fotografik enterprises pvt. ltd.

Vice President & Head Human Resources

Jun 2019Mar 2025 · 5 yrs 9 mos · IT Park, Chandigarh · On-site

  • In my role as Vice President & Head Human Resources at Fotografik Enterprises Pvt. Ltd., I have overhauled company policies to ensure compliance with evolving labor laws, achieving a 95% compliance rate through audits and proactive updates. I utilize employee analytics to identify trends in attrition, retention, and promotions, driving data-driven HR strategies that enhance workforce engagement. Additionally, I developed and executed a compensation strategy that positioned the company competitively in the market, leading to a 20% increase in high-caliber talent acquisition. My leadership in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives has resulted in a 10% increase in workforce diversity and a more inclusive company culture.
  • Achievements:
  • Launched leadership development programs that significantly increased internal promotions and strengthened the leadership pipeline.
  • Introduced flexible work policies, resulting in higher employee satisfaction and improved work-life balance.
  • Spearheaded wellness initiatives that contributed to a reduction in absenteeism and enhanced overall employee well-being.
LeadershipCross-functional Team LeadershipOrganizational DevelopmentBusiness ResilienceAttention to DetailChange Management+11

Lovely professional university

Deputy Officer- HR(Contractual)

Feb 2019Apr 2019 · 2 mos · Phagwara, Punjab, India · On-site

  • As a Deputy HR Officer, I led recruitment strategies across departments, ensuring that talent acquisition aligned with institutional goals and reducing recruitment timelines by 15%. I directed senior leadership hiring, ensuring timely onboarding of top-tier talent through streamlined processes. Additionally, I revamped the onboarding process, enhancing integration speed and improving the new hire experience by 10%.
  • Achievements:
  • Collaborated with academic and non-academic departments to align recruitment strategies with university objectives.
Microsoft ExcelTalent AcquisitionRecruitingTechnical Recruiting

Nu technology inc

Technical Recruiter-Freelance

Nov 2018Feb 2019 · 3 mos · Ludhiana Area, India · Remote

  • In my freelance role as a Technical Recruiter, I managed technical talent acquisition, filling critical roles 20% faster using platforms like LinkedIn and Dice.
  • I enhanced employer branding by producing recruitment-focused content, which increased engagement and boosted the company’s profile among top technical candidates.
Global Talent AcquisitionTechnical Recruiting

Technossus

Analyst- Talent Acquisition

Mar 2018Nov 2018 · 8 mos · Ludhiana Area, India · On-site

  • Worked on multiple technical profiles and my job responsibilities were as follows-
  • Coordinate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs
  • Determine selection criteria
  • Source potential candidates through online channels (e.g. social platforms and professional networks)
  • Plan interview and selection procedures, including screening calls, assessments and in-person
  • interviews
  • Assess candidate information, including resumes and contact details, using our Applicant Tracking
  • System i.e. Greenhouse, Namely
  • Design job descriptions and interview questions that reflect each position’s requirements
  • Lead employer branding initiatives
  • Forecast quarterly and annual hiring needs by department
  • Foster long-term relationships with past applicants and potential candidates
  • Organizing training sessions and employee engagement activities
  • Employee Retention
Microsoft PowerPoint

Pvr limited

HR Associate

May 2017Feb 2018 · 9 mos · Ludhiana Area, India · On-site

  • As HR Generalist I had worked on following-
  • Administer compensation and benefit plans
  • Assist in talent acquisition and recruitment processes
  • Conduct employee on-boarding and help plan training & development
  • Provide support to employees in various HR related topics such as leaves, compensation etc. and
  • resolve issues and problems
  • Promote HR programs to create an efficient and conflict-free workplace
  • Assist in development and implementation of human resource policies
  • Undertake tasks in performance management
  • Gather and analyze data with useful HR metrics
  • Maintain employee files and records in electronic and paper form
  • Organizing R&R and employee engagement activities
  • Payroll and F&F inputs
  • Conducting Exit interviews

Monte carlo fashions ltd

Management Trainee Human Resources

May 2016May 2017 · 1 yr · Ludhiana Area, India · On-site

  • As a Management Trainee, I conducted recruitment efforts for sales positions, ensuring the right talent was hired in alignment with business needs. I supported HR policy implementation aimed at optimizing workforce performance and productivity while gaining expertise in SAP-HR systems.
Microsoft PowerPointPayrollPayroll ProcessingHiringExecutive SearchSales Hiring

Education

Punjab Technical University

Master of Business Administration (MBA) — Operations & HR

Jan 2014Jan 2016

Punjab Technical University

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

Jan 2011Jan 2014

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