Apoorva Nellore
Tauranga
Summary
Dynamic HR professional with more than 4 years of recruitment experience, specialising in strategic workforce planning, compliance with AU and NZ employment law, and implementation of HR technology solutions. Proven ability to collaborate with C-suite stakeholders, adept at leading projects to drive organisational change. Seeking a broader HR generalist role in employee relations, performance management, and HR operations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Specialist
Avanti Finance
04.2022 - Current
- Assessed job requirements and prepared job descriptions accordingly.
- Conducted market research to determine the appropriate salary banding and title of roles based on position description.
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates for open positions.
- Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders to customise the recruitment process for each role.
- Provided coaching to hiring managers during recruitment process and utilised influence to ensure the best outcome for the organisation.
- Created and posting engaging job advertisements.
- Managed full recruitment process from screening to reference checks.
- Drafted and issued employment agreements.
- Implemented targeted recruitment programs which incorporated specialised job boards and assessment centers to optimise talent pool.
- Supported EVP implementation to enhance employer brand through Glassdoor platform utilisation.
- Provided valuable feedback to potential candidates, even unsuccessful ones, to grow an efficient talent pool.
- Designed, analysed, and presented engagement survey results to the wider organization, working with C-suite stakeholders to enhance understanding and action on the findings.
Talent Pathway Specialist
NZ Police
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Successfully initiated and facilitated pre-recruitment discussions with hiring managers to improve candidate selection process
- Built and managed candidate relationships
- Created and published job ads.
- Ensured efficient screening and selection of candidates.
- Presented shortlists of potential candidates to hiring managers
- Collaborated with diverse stakeholders, including hiring managers, interview panel members (internal and external), talent pathway coordinators, and human resources team, to ensure seamless recruitment process.
- Enhanced efficiency by updating the reporting tracker for timely task completion and recruitment processes.
Talent Acquisition Advisor
Serco
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Conducted comprehensive job briefings to gather requirements.
- Created and posted advertisements.
- Conducted screening and took charge of the interview process.
- Efficiently facilitated and led assessment centres.
- Participated in union meetings as HR team representative.
- Conducted essential pre-employment screenings
- Maintained adherence to all compliance requirements for candidates.
- Administered the drafting and issuance of employment agreements along with payroll documentation for successful candidates.
Recruitment Coordinator
Korn Ferry
01.2018 - 01.2020
Underwriting Administrator
Chubb
01.2016 - 01.2018
Customer Services Consultant
Tower
01.2013 - 01.2016
Retail Assistant
Hannahs Shoes
01.2010 - 01.2013
Education
B.Sc Majoring in Psychology -
University of Auckland
12.2015
Skills
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Recruitment Strategies and Planning
- Retention Strategies
- Candidate Sourcing
- Workforce Planning
- C-Suite Stakeholder Engagement
- Referral Generation
- Contract Negotiation
- Pipeline Maintenance
- Employee Surveys
- Improving employee engagement
- Advising on strategies
- Talent management
- AU & NZ Employment Law Compliance
- Training development
- Project Management
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Manager coaching and training
- HR information systems
- Job Analysis
Courses and Development
- Assertive Behaviour & Communication (NZIM)
- Engaging Others (Skillbox)
- Influence & Lead (NZIM)
- Interviewing Skills & Selecting Talent (HRNZ)
Previous Experience
- Recruitment Coordinator, Korn Ferry, 01/01/18, 12/31/20
- Underwriting Administrator, Chubb, 01/01/16, 12/31/18
- Customer Services Consultant, Tower, 01/01/13, 12/31/16
- Retail Assistant, Hannahs Shoes, 01/01/10, 12/31/13
Hobbies and Interests
- Bookworm
- Classical dancer
- Volunteer at Youthline
Timeline
Talent Specialist
Avanti Finance
04.2022 - Current
Talent Pathway Specialist
NZ Police
08.2021 - 04.2022
Talent Acquisition Advisor
Serco
08.2020 - 08.2021
Recruitment Coordinator
Korn Ferry
01.2018 - 01.2020
Underwriting Administrator
Chubb
01.2016 - 01.2018
Customer Services Consultant
Tower
01.2013 - 01.2016
Retail Assistant
Hannahs Shoes
01.2010 - 01.2013
B.Sc Majoring in Psychology -
University of Auckland
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