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Bhuvanesh R

Talent Acquisition Specialist
Chennai,Tamil Nadu

Summary

Dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialist successful at managing full recruitment life cycle. Develops and implements customized strategies to meet specific position requirements and source qualified candidates. Offering 11 years of recruitment strategy development. Detail-oriented professional with strong multitasking and communication skills. Experienced in recruiting highly talented personnel. Proven ability to work collaboratively with team members. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Stats Perform
7 2021 - Current
  • Currently working with Stats Perform as a Talent Acquisition Specialist.
  • Managed full-cycle recruiting process for multiple roles simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards in candidate assessment and selection.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs.
  • Reduced time-to-fill for open positions by implementing efficient recruitment strategies and effective collaboration with hiring managers.
  • Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.
  • Implementing new recruitment process creation like Recruitment process flow, DE&I hiring, requisition mapping, centralized global hiring, new requisition approval, common JD templates for all locations, referral bonus scheme for tech & non tech, reduce vendors usage, Interview assessment and feedback.
  • Leading a team of 10 (recruiters, coordinators, Sourcers) in managing for Chennai and Bangalore end to end hiring and come up with unique initiatives to engage candidates till onboarding
  • Created and distributed job postings on job boards, corporate career sites and social media networks to increase reach.
  • Sourced and screened candidates Tech & Non Tech roles and worked with hiring managers to coordinate interviews, offers, and onboarding.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with executives, HR team, and hiring managers to foster partnerships that produced consistent results.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with HR colleagues to develop targeted initiatives aimed at enhancing employee engagement, diversity, and inclusion within the organization.
  • Actively contributed to establishing a diverse and inclusive workplace by implementing targeted recruitment initiatives aimed at underrepresented groups.
  • Provided regular updates on talent acquisition performance metrics to senior leadership, supporting data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Developed and maintained applicant tracking system, tracking all job openings, applicants and interviewing activity.
  • 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.
  • Streamlined onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization while minimizing time to productivity.
  • Provided regular updates to hiring managers and HR staff on recruitment activities and progress.
  • Enhanced candidate experience by implementing a streamlined application process and timely communication.
  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on talent acquisition goals and objectives.
  • Increased retention rates through thorough pre-screening of candidates and regular follow-up on new hires'' satisfaction levels.
  • Improved interview processes through the development and implementation of structured interview guides tailored to each role''s unique requirements.
  • Acted as brand ambassador to educate candidates on culture, career growth, benefits, and advantages of working for company.
  • Managed complex candidate negotiations to ensure offers were competitive and met candidate expectations.
  • Monitored and analyzed recruitment metrics to identify trends, making data-driven decisions to improve recruitment strategies.
  • Improved candidate experience with prompt communication and feedback, ensuring positive perception of company throughout recruitment cycle.
  • Established strong relationships with universities and professional associations to build pipeline of early career talent.
  • Reduced employee turnover by developing and implementing comprehensive onboarding program that emphasized cultural fit and job expectations.
  • Streamlined recruitment process, significantly reducing time-to-hire through implementation of advanced applicant tracking system.
  • Facilitated candidate assessment processes, including behavioral interviews and skills testing, to ensure fit for role.
  • Implemented employee referral program that increased number of quality referrals and strengthened company's internal network.
  • Leveraged social media platforms to advertise open positions, reaching wider audience and increasing application rates.
  • Cultivated positive candidate experience that reinforced company's reputation as employer of choice, from initial contact through to offer stage.
  • Enhanced employer brand visibility by establishing strong presence on professional networking sites and engaging with potential candidates.
  • Spearheaded diversity recruiting initiatives, resulting in more diverse and inclusive workplace.
  • Conducted detailed job analyses to create accurate and appealing job descriptions that attracted high-quality candidates.
  • Designed and led training sessions for hiring managers on interview techniques and bias awareness to improve interview processes.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
  • Completed human resource operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees.
  • Reduced expenses by analyzing compensation policies and implementing competitive programs while ensuring adherence to legal requirements.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.
  • Generated and analyzed reports to monitor employee engagement and attrition trends.
  • Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
  • Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
  • Worked alongside global business leader to deploy new training strategies.
  • Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
  • Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.

Talent Acquisition Lead

Mobinius Technologies
2016.05 - 2021.07
  • Previously worked with Mobinius Technologies as a Talent Acquisition Lead.
  • Enhanced talent acquisition strategies by streamlining processes and implementing innovative recruitment methods.
  • Optimized candidate experience by developing a comprehensive onboarding program for new hires.
  • Managed internal referral programs to encourage employee involvement in sourcing top talent.
  • Mentored junior team members on effective talent acquisition methodologies, fostering professional growth within the department.
  • Built strong relationships with industry professionals through networking events and association memberships.
  • Established strong employer branding through strategic marketing efforts, such as social media campaigns and engaging career site content.
  • Evaluated recruitment metrics regularly to identify areas of improvement and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Reduced time-to-fill rates with proactive sourcing techniques, targeting passive candidates and building talent pipelines.

IT Recruiter

Robert Bosch Engineering AND BUSINESS SOLUTIONS
2014.07 - 2016.05
  • Previous Employment with Robert Bosch Engineering AND BUSINESS SOLUTIONS as IT Recruiter.

Senior Executive-HR

Medi Assist India TPA Pvt Ltd
2013.04 - 2014.07
  • Previously worked with Medi Assist India TPA Pvt Ltd as Senior Executive-HR.

Executive-HR

PRIME FOCUS TECHNOLOGIES
2012.04 - 2013.04
  • Worked with PRIME FOCUS TECHNOLOGIES as Executive-HR.

Education

MBA - HR & MARKETING

Anna University of Technology, Coimbatore
Coimbatore, India
2010.01 - 2012.04

Graduation - ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING

Adhiyamaan College of Engineering, Anna University, Chennai
2005.01 - 2010.04

HSC -

GGSM.Mat.Hr.sec.school
Mayiladuthurai, India
2005.01 -

SSLC -

GGSM.Mat.Hr.sec.school
Mayiladuthurai, India
2003.01 -

Skills

Recruitment Strategy Development

Profileoverview

Bhuvanesh is a Talent Acquisition Specialist with 11 years of experience in building impactful teams for startups to largescale companies in IT services, Sports, products, and staffing services, managing across Europe and APAC region.

Excel in Leadership, International, Lateral, DE & I Hire, Campus, and Social Media Hiring, sourcing top-tier talent in IT, Sales and Non-IT Hiring. 

Pioneered the optimization of recruitment operations and the cultivation of top-tier teams, leading to a significant uptick in employer review ratings on platforms such as Glassdoor and Ambition Box; spearheaded impactful LinkedIn campaigns and introduced initiatives to fortify the company's employer brand and reputation.

 Coached 40+ recruiters, emphasizing the training on smart recruiting which includes LinkedIn Recruiter, Google X-Ray, Job Boards, to enhance candidate sourcing and selection efficiency. 

Expert in creating and generating Market intelligence reports for new and existing business to study competitive market salaries and price points. 

Proven track record in leading college/campus/institutional recruitment drives aimed at hiring fresh graduates from prestigious universities for internship, apprenticeship, and graduate programs. 

Skilled in building a strong talent pipeline and supporting the growth and development of early-career professionals within the organization. 

Implemented diversity and inclusion initiatives to drive cultural change, including training programs and policy development that improved employee engagement and retention rates.

Proficiency in implementing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to streamline recruitment processes and enhance data management capabilities. 

Dynamic professional with hands-on experience in Staffing and cross-functional experience in HR with exposure to Talent Management/Engagement, Performance Management, Employee Relations & Operations. Recognized for high level of adaptability to new roles and the ability to perform in a constantly dynamic environment. Have won appreciation for significant contributions consistently in the roles performed.

 Enthusiastic to learn and excel in new ventures with a quest to be an HR professional. Good multi-tasking ability to sustain pressure & meet tight deadlines. 

Extensive experience in handling niche and volume hiring. Effective articulation skills coupled with an ability to achieve clarity and persuasively secure buy-in and commitment.

Presentemployment

Stats Perform, Talent Acquisition Specialist, 07/2021, Present, Stats Perform is the market leader in sports tech. We provide the most trusted sports data to some of the world's biggest organizations, across sports, media, and broadcasting. Through the latest AI technologies and machine learning, we combine decades' worth of data with the latest in-game happenings. We then offer coaches, teams, professional bodies, and media channels around the world, access to the very best data, content, and insights. In turn, improving how sports fans interact with their favorite sports teams and competitions.

Roles And Responsibilities

  • Developed and presented detailed Weekly Recruitment Dashboards on global level showcasing key metrics, including time-to-fill and cost-per-hire, through PowerPoint, Excel, and Power BI to Service Line Heads, enabling data-driven decision-making and improving recruitment efficiency.
  • Managing team and their performance to ensure efficiency in process operations meeting of individual / group targets., Implementing new recruitment process creation like Recruitment process flow, DE&I hiring, requisition mapping, centralized global hiring, new requisition approval, common JD templates for all locations, referral bonus scheme for tech & non tech, reduce vendors usage, Interview assessment and feedback, Analysis, Planning & forecasting the resource requirements & fulfilling the open positions through' internal availability, contract hiring, external hiring etc.
  • Has extensive hands-on experience with multiple ATS like ORC, Taleo, etc.,
  • Take care of the recruitment pipelines and the coordination of all the Interviews., Handling applicants from various Channels such as Portals, Social Networks, Sourcing Agencies, Internal Applicants, Referrals and Career site applicants.
  • Explore candidate in the internal database, Job portals, professional networking sites., Reaching out to all appropriate employees for references, mapping competition organization., Maintaining active contact with potential candidates., Responsible for staffing for multiple Job families -Software Developer, Tester, administrator, Technical Project Managers etc., Recruited and hired candidates on contracts, contracts to hire and permanent roles for IT and NON-IT., Experience in recruiting and placing candidates for entry-level, mid-level and senior level positions., Releasing referral ads to get resumes through employee referral., Communicating interview feedback to candidates and referees., Salary Negotiation as per the position & experience by taking final HR round., Collecting the relevant documents required for offer preparation., Explaining policies to the candidates like relocation & bond. Keeping track of the employee's references while pursuing any referred candidate, so that the employee who is refereeing the resource to the organization can avail themselves of the advantage of the same.,

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programsTeam Building / Company RetreatsHealthcare benefits

Languages

Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Kannada
Intermediate (B1)
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Talent Acquisition Lead

Mobinius Technologies
2016.05 - 2021.07

IT Recruiter

Robert Bosch Engineering AND BUSINESS SOLUTIONS
2014.07 - 2016.05

Senior Executive-HR

Medi Assist India TPA Pvt Ltd
2013.04 - 2014.07

Executive-HR

PRIME FOCUS TECHNOLOGIES
2012.04 - 2013.04

MBA - HR & MARKETING

Anna University of Technology, Coimbatore
2010.01 - 2012.04

Graduation - ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING

Adhiyamaan College of Engineering, Anna University, Chennai
2005.01 - 2010.04

HSC -

GGSM.Mat.Hr.sec.school
2005.01 -

SSLC -

GGSM.Mat.Hr.sec.school
2003.01 -

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Stats Perform
7 2021 - Current
Bhuvanesh RTalent Acquisition Specialist