Nov 2019 – Sep 2024 · 4 yrs 10 mos · Delhi, India

Jan 2016 – Sep 2019 · 3 yrs 8 mos · India

• As a Talent Acquisition Manager in the fast-paced startup environment, I’m dedicated to building strong teams that drive innovation and growth. I specialize in creating agile recruitment strategies tailored to evolving business needs, ensuring we attract top talent quickly and effectively. With hands-on experience in full-cycle recruiting, stakeholder collaboration, and employer branding, I excel at optimizing hiring processes to support rapid scaling. Passionate about fostering a positive candidate experience and a strong company culture, I’m committed to helping our startup thrive by connecting with the right talent at the right time.

Mar 2015 – Jan 2016 · 10 mos · India

• As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, I am dedicated to identifying and engaging high-caliber talent that aligns with our company’s vision and values. With expertise in full-cycle recruiting and a passion for delivering a positive candidate experience, I excel in sourcing, screening, and securing top talent for various roles. Skilled in relationship-building and leveraging recruitment technology, I work closely with hiring managers to create efficient, data-driven hiring processes that meet strategic goals. Committed to continuous improvement, I am always exploring new ways to attract and retain exceptional talent.

Apr 2013 – Mar 2015 · 1 yr 11 mos · India

• Recruitment & Selection:
• Recruitment process involving Assessment Processes, Evaluation Methods and Self-Control Mechanism Methods
• Extensive experience in Strategic Recruitment using innovative methods and models, Creative / Out Of-Box recruitments
• Devise plans for sourcing from different channels -Internal and external database search, close hiring of candidates, co-ordinate with managers for finalizing interviewing panels
• Experience in Analysis and implementation of Cost Effective Recruitment processes,
• Designing, building and implementing various recruitment Processes and Models
• Designing and implementing various recruitment Reports and Analysis for top management
• Designing and implementing Employment Branding / Campus Recruitment / Vendor Management
• Handling Walk- In and Call-In Interviews through Multi Location, Multi Skill simultaneous drives , resulting in volume closures
• Forecast open positions, Joinees and Cost per hire. Specified TATs.
• Develop innovative recruitment tools and diversify sourcing base for hiring candidates as per the
• Overseeing the recruitment life-cycle for sourcing the best talent from diverse sources.
• Devise and implement strategic recruitment initiatives to understand recruiting demand, market
• recruitment scenario and share best practices to meet hiring needs.
• Handle the Complete In-house Recruitment Life Cycle- Sourcing, Short-listing Profiles, Follow-ups,
• Reference checks, HR Interview
• Responsible for the supply (sourcing of Contract employees) from vendors (agencies) by providing skill requirement and no of resources required project wise
• Recruitment tools used - Belong, iimjobs, Stack overflow data search, HackerEarth, X-ray search, Google advance/string search, LinkedIn premium, social media, Naukri, timesjobs,Monster, personal data base, non-conventional (matrimonial websites, classifieds, candidate referrals <happy2refer>, etc) and designed high impact employee referral programs.

Feb 2012 – Mar 2013 · 1 yr 1 mo · Gurgaon, India

• Solicits and identifies prospective candidates by telephone, e-mail and the Internet to determine skills, experience, areas for geographic employment, preferences, availability and visa status.
• Ensures that adequate number of qualified candidates is submitted for all assigned client requirements in a timely manner
• Search resumes in various available Job Portals
• Match the profile of the candidate on technical grounds
• Conducts initial interviews by phone to determine experience and skill level
• Ensure candidate is available and ready to take up the position
• Ensure that resume appropriately reflects candidate s experience and requirement
• Submit the profile of the candidate to Team Lead for approval.
• Negotiates salaries with candidates and negotiates pay rates with subcontracting companies and close the position and Arranges for client interviews and possible offer of employment
• Ensures appropriate paperwork is done for Placements
• Acts as first point-of-contact for consultant and maintains monthly contact with consultant.
• Take care of Clients Requirements and place Software professionals.
• Negotiate on Salary aspects Assist Account Manager(s)/Team Lead with urgent technical requirements.
• Update the Resourcing Application System routinely.
• Specialties:Core Competency: Talent Acquisition and Talent Management(Expert) | Account Management | Creative Strategy(Expert).
• Talent Hunt: Google Search (Primarily), Monster, Dice, Careerbuilder, Prohires, SCGuild, LinkedIn, Twitter, TechFetch
• VMS: Bullhorn, Fieldglass (Verizon), Beeline (State of SC), Procurstaff (PepsiCo.), Clientportal (Fujitsu America), Job Diva, ePloy, Connectwise, Salesforce.

Feb 2012 – Sep 2012 · 7 mos · Dulles, VA

• I have the proven ability to direct-source candidates in fast-paced environments, and develop strong relationships to meet the needs of both the client and candidate. I also have vast expertise and experience in managing recruiting teams, working with hiring authorities, internet sourcing tools and multiple applicant tracking systems (Including Bullhorn, JobDiva, Taleo).