Hi, I’m
Arpita Chopra
Talent Acquisition Professional
Gurgaon
Summary
As a highly motivated and results-driven HR professional, I possess a strong track record of ensuring the efficient and profitable recruitment of companies. With around 6 years of experience, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to maximize client satisfaction while maintaining high standards of service. My expertise includes scrutinizing and screening candidates, negotiating salaries, scheduling and coordinating interviews, and driving successful outcomes for large clients. I am confident in my ability to ensure timely closures on positions, leveraging my skills to deliver exceptional results for organizations.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
4
Certifications
2
Languages
Work History
Deloitte India (Offices of the US)
Senior Analyst / Consultant
05.2021 - Current
Job overview
- As a team lead of the Human Capital-Sourcing team, I drive recruitment strategy, guiding the team in identifying top candidates while ensuring alignment with hiring managers' needs for efficient talent acquisition. I also solicit feedback to refine our recruiting strategy and optimize our approach.
- In addition, I have been tasked with sourcing candidates for niche skills such as Workday, Oracle Fusion, SAP, Instructional Designer, Hyperion, Anaplan, Actuarial, WFM, WFS, Actuarial and other IT & Non IT-related areas. I collaborate closely with hiring managers and recruiters to understand their leadership needs and develop strategies to fulfill open positions.
- I have successfully utilized LinkedIn Recruiter to expand our candidate pool, resulting in a 74% increase in high-quality applicants. My responsibilities also include managing vendors, referrals, internal job postings, and direct applicants.
- Furthermore, I conduct market research and gather intelligence through various portals and vendors to stay ahead of the curve. I share my insights with the business to help them better understand market trends and requirements. Additionally, I have expertise in using ATS tools like Avature, RMS (Recruitment Management System), and ServiceNow to streamline our recruitment processes.
Bennett Coleman & co. ltd. (Times of India)
Recruitment Officer
07.2020 - 03.2021
Job overview
- I provided comprehensive recruitment support to all clients, ensuring seamless end-to-end recruitment solutions. My responsibilities included:
- Conducting daily scrum calls with the team, comprising an Account Manager, a Hiring Manager, and team members, to clarify job requirements and ensure alignment on skills and prospects.
- Post-clarity on job descriptions, I strategically opted for suitable job boards to attract top talent.
- Conducting thorough screening, shortlisting, and salary negotiations in the initial telephonic screening round.
- Maintaining accurate MIS records, including reports on interview schedules, closures, offer acceptance, and near-stage progress to ensure timely and efficient recruitment processes.
- Providing regular updates to stakeholders through weekly, monthly, and quarterly headcount and hiring reports, ensuring transparency on budget allocation.
- In addition to my core responsibilities, I also contributed to a new initiative, 'Times Ascent Hangout,' as an individual contributor. This involved organizing webinars with top Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs) from various industries to raise awareness on HR topics and share best practices.
People Staffing Solutions
Recruitment Specialist
12.2019 - 07.2020
Job overview
- I was delivering end-to-end recruitment solutions for IT skills across various clients. My key focus was on developing and executing tailored strategies that aligned with client requirements, ultimately driving a high interview-to-hire ratio
- To achieve this, I leveraged a range of sourcing channels, including job boards, professional networking, and employee referrals. I worked closely with clients to understand their specific needs and crafted relevant job descriptions that accurately capture their requirements.
- Used my expertise in job posting and management, I created and publish job postings on various portals, ensuring that our job opportunities reach the widest possible audience. I also sourced and negotiated compensation with potential candidates to present them to clients for consideration.
- My extensive experience spans multiple clients, including: Barclays, United Health Group (Optum), Admiral Technologies, NIIT Technologies, Innovatia (CISCO & Avaya) & Cognizant.
ANJ Creations
HR Executive
05.2019 - 11.2019
Job overview
- As a fresher, I maintained accurate and up-to-date employment records, utilizing internal resource management software to track key events such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, and promotions. This ensured that all relevant information was readily available and easily accessible.
- As part of my role, I coordinated with external staffing agencies to secure temporary employees with specialized skills, such as graphic designers, SEO specialists, social media managers, and content developers. This enabled us to fill specific talent gaps and support our business objectives.
- Finally, I also handled job postings on various portals, tailoring my approach to the specific requirements shared by the CEO. This ensured that our job postings accurately reflected our company's needs and attracted the right candidates.
Education
Banasthali VidyapithJaipur, Rajasthan
Masters of Business Administration- MBA from HR & Corporate Social Responsibility
06.2018 - 06.2020
Modi Institute of Management & TechnologyKota, Rajasthan
Bachelors of Business Administration- BBA
06.2014 - 06.2017
Skills
Strategic Sourcing
Certification
Maestro Recruiter - Naukri.com
Interests
Fitness, Reading & Writing, Travelling
Timeline
Senior Analyst / Consultant
Deloitte India (Offices of the US)
05.2021 - Current
Recruitment Officer
Bennett Coleman & co. ltd. (Times of India)
07.2020 - 03.2021
Recruitment Specialist
People Staffing Solutions
12.2019 - 07.2020
HR Executive
ANJ Creations
05.2019 - 11.2019
Banasthali Vidyapith
Masters of Business Administration- MBA from HR & Corporate Social Responsibility
06.2018 - 06.2020
Modi Institute of Management & Technology
Bachelors of Business Administration- BBA
06.2014 - 06.2017
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