APARNA M C

• Initiated effective recruitment strategies to attract high-quality candidates for various roles, including development, network security, cybersecurity, etc.
• Taking requirements from various hiring managers, analyzing the skill set, and preparing job descriptions streamline the hiring process.
• Talent sourcing through multiple channels, including job boards, social media, and professional networks, such as LinkedIn and Naukri.
• Extensive experience in using ATS tools like Ciepal and Zoho Recruit.
• Coordinated interview scheduling between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a smooth selection process from start to finish.
• Knowledgeable about the 360 recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, offering, and document collection for visa applications.

• Managed the complete recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to onboarding for contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent positions.
• Handled PAN India hiring across multiple domains and technology stacks, including Backend, Frontend, Full Stack, DevOps, QA Automation, Big Data, Embedded Systems, UI/UX, Cloud, Security, Android, and Solution Architecture.
• Sourced candidates using job portals (LinkedIn, Naukri), referrals, internal databases, and job postings.
• Conducted active and passive searches to build a robust talent pipeline.
• Screened and shortlisted profiles based on job descriptions and client expectations.
• Interacted with clients and delivery managers to understand hiring requirements, and shared shortlisted candidates.
• Partnered with technical panels for scheduling interviews, collecting feedback, and arranging subsequent rounds.
• Regularly engaged with client SPOCs to support critical demands, and share progress updates.
• Scheduled interviews (Zoom, MS Teams, Skype, telephonic, face-to-face), and managed logistical arrangements.
• Shared interview invites, followed up on feedback, and coordinated candidate communication at each stage.
• Ensured timely follow-up post-interview to maintain candidate engagement, and reduce dropouts.
• Conducted salary negotiations and finalized offers in alignment with the budget and expectations.
• Managed post-offer engagement and onboarding formalities, including documentation and BGV initiation.
• Followed up with candidates through to joining, reducing offer drop-off rates.
• Organized and supported online and offline hiring drives and walk-ins.
• Efficiently handled large-volume hiring requirements across multiple levels and technologies.
• Maintained candidate records in internal ATS (Ceipal) and Excel databases.
• Tracked candidate status (active/inactive, submitted, pipeline) to ensure transparency and continuity.
• Proficient in Ceipal ATS for candidate management, job postings, and reporting.

Clients Supported:

• Worked with product-based and service-based MNCs, including: Arista Networks, VMware, Ethos, PayPal, Panasonic, Walmart, Juniper Networks, Software AG, Omnicell, British Telecom, HID Global, L&T, EXFO, Citrix, First American, Assa Abloy, Flex, Blue Yonder, Wavelabs Technologies, GTT, Redbus, and Euronext.