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Akshay Chavan

Talent Advisor
Bengaluru,KA

Summary

Dynamic Talent Advisor with a proven track record at Google, excelling in social media recruitment and candidate assessment. Achieved a 25% reduction in time-to-hire through strategic recruitment processes. Adept at building strong client relationships and implementing data-driven decision-making to enhance talent acquisition initiatives. Dynamic and results-driven professional with over 6 years of experience in recruitment. Proven expertise in identifying and attracting top-tier technical talent, coupled with a strong understanding of the technology sector. Adept at building relationships and collaborating with hiring managers to understand specific recruitment needs. Committed to delivering high-quality candidates in a fast-paced environment while enhancing the overall recruitment process. Seeking to leverage my experience in a Recruiter role to contribute to organizational growth and success.

Overview

6
years of professional experience

Work History

Google Via Randstad

Talent Advisor
08.2024 - 04.2025

Job overview

  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, enabling strategic recommendations for clients'' talent acquisition initiatives.
  • Worked on multiple roles like, Digital marketing , Performance Marketing, Marketing Measurement, Account executives , Account Managers, Senior Account Managers, Social Media, Tech sales, Non Tech B2B B2C D2C sales, Customer Success, Program managers .
  • Also contributed to the Campus to Corporate initiative and successfully recruited from tier one institutes like MICA, IIMs, SJ Somiah, SP Jain, MDI, IIT's etc.
  • Streamlined interview processes by coordinating schedules between candidates and hiring managers while minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
  • Optimized recruiting processes by implementing applicant tracking systems and other productivity tools.
  • implemented a structured interview process that reduced time-to-hire by 25% and increased candidate satisfaction scores by 15%.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, understanding their unique needs and ensuring successful placements.

Publicis Sapeint

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
04.2022 - 08.2024

Job overview

  • Increased quality of hires through meticulous candidate screening, interviewing, and assessment techniques.
  • Mentored junior recruiters on best practices in sourcing strategy development and effective interview techniques, elevating overall team performance.
  • Expanded candidate pool by leveraging social media platforms, job boards, and networking events to attract top-tier talent.
  • Reduced time-to-fill for critical roles by cultivating strong relationships with hiring managers and understanding their specific needs.
  • Conducted in-depth market research and analysis to identify industry trends, benchmarking company performance against competitors.
  • Negotiated competitive compensation packages with selected candidates, ensuring alignment with company budget constraints and internal equity standards.
  • Managed vendor relationships with external recruiting agencies, ensuring cost-effective and efficient partnership agreements.
  • Streamlined internal interview processes, creating a more consistent and structured approach to candidate evaluation across the organization.
  • Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs.

Simplilearn

Talent Acquisition Specialist
11.2020 - 04.2022

Job overview

  • Managed full-cycle recruiting process for multiple roles simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards in candidate assessment and selection.
  • Reduced time-to-fill for open positions by implementing efficient recruitment strategies and effective collaboration with hiring managers.
  • Sourced and screened candidates for Social Media, Digital Marketing, Sales, Program Managers, Student Success Managers, SME's, UI UX designers, Campus recruitment, roles and worked with hiring managers to coordinate interviews, offers, and onboarding.
  • Conducted telephone and in-person interviews to assess candidate experience and qualifications.
  • Developed strong talent pipelines by utilizing various sourcing techniques, including social media, job boards, and networking events.
  • Created and distributed job postings on job boards, corporate career sites and social media networks to increase reach.

CareerNet Technologies

Consultant
10.2018 - 10.2020

Job overview

  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
  • Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
  • Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
  • Developed innovative strategies for clients, resulting in increased revenue and business growth.
  • Handled Major Clients like Mercedes, Alstom, Lowes, ITC, HUL, Maersk, Intel etc
  • Developed and maintained strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Streamlined communication processes for clients, enabling more effective collaboration and decision-making.

Education

KLS Institute of Management Education And Research
Belgaum, India

MBA from Human Resources Management
05.2001

University Overview

KLE's RLSI Science
Belgaum, India

Bachelor in Computer Applications from Computer And Information Sciences
05.2001

University Overview

Skills

Social media recruitment

Timeline

Talent Advisor
Google Via Randstad
08.2024 - 04.2025
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Publicis Sapeint
04.2022 - 08.2024
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Simplilearn
11.2020 - 04.2022
Consultant
CareerNet Technologies
10.2018 - 10.2020
KLS Institute of Management Education And Research
MBA from Human Resources Management
05.2001
KLE's RLSI Science
Bachelor in Computer Applications from Computer And Information Sciences
05.2001
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