FAIZA SAYYED
PUNE
Summary
Performance-driven HR & Talent Acquisition Specialist with 4+ years of experience in end-to-end recruitment, stakeholder management, and strategic HR operations. Proven success in driving corporate and technical hiring for large-scale organizations including Siemens Ltd and Siemens Digital Industries. Skilled in optimizing recruitment processes, leveraging analytics, and aligning hiring strategies with business goals. Passionate about developing people-focused HR initiatives that elevate engagement, talent quality, and organizational performance.
Professional with strong background in talent acquisition, skilled in sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding top-tier candidates. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and adapting quickly to changing recruitment needs. Demonstrates expertise in candidate assessment, relationship building, and strategic hiring processes, consistently driving successful outcomes. Reliable and results-focused, delivering high standards in every aspect of recruitment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Talent Acquisition Specialist (Contractual)
Siemens Ltd.
Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Partnered with senior stakeholders to lead end-to-end hiring for Siemens Energy's corporate separation project.
- Recruited for 15+ critical positions across HR, Legal, Marketing, Treasury, and Taxation.
- Managed recruitment lifecycle - sourcing to onboarding - ensuring business alignment.
- Optimized hiring processes, tracked budgets, and ensured compliance within limits.
- Built strong pipelines using LinkedIn Recruiter, Naukri.com, and vendor networks.
- Delivered hiring analytics and reports on pipeline quality and budget utilization.
- (Corporate Roles - Siemens Energy Transition Project)
Talent Acquisition Specialist (Contractual)
Siemens Digital Industries
Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed end-to-end recruitment for technical and corporate roles across two key Siemens divisions (Customer services and motion control).
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define role requirements and ensure effective delivery.
- Conducted screening, interviews, and assessments for skill and culture fit.
- Leveraged ATS (Avature) for requisition management and reporting.
- Delivered dashboards on time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and source efficiency.
- Served as SPOC for HRBPs and division heads, ensuring seamless coordination.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs.
- Developed strong talent pipelines by utilizing various sourcing techniques, including social media, job boards, and networking events.
- Successfully filled over 180 open positions within a two-month timeframe for a critical project, utilizing various sourcing methods, including self-sourcing and vendor partnerships.
- Managed over 70 job roles and filled over 40 positions within an 8-month period.
HR Executive - Talent & Transformation
DigiBoxx
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Managed 20+ technical and IT hiring through job portals and referrals.
- Oversaw pre-boarding and onboarding of new joiners.
- Coordinated background verification and employee engagement activities.
Sr. HR Executive - People Engagement
Freedom from Diabetes
Pune, Maharashtra, India
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Designed and implemented employee engagement programs.
- Handled grievances, conflict resolution, and onboarding of 200+ employees.
- Coordinated review cycles and performance initiatives.
HR Recruitment Consultant / Coordinator
Shree Sai Enterprises
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Delivered recruitment support for GCC-based clients across multiple industries.
- Managed candidate sourcing, screening, and interview coordination.
- Ensured timely closures for client hiring requirements.
Head Counselor / Management Consultant
Cathena Education
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Led a team of 15 psychologists and special educators while managing internal HR recruitment.
- Designed engagement strategies and led change management initiatives.
HR Coordinator
Shree Sai Enterprises
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
06.2016 - 05.2018
- Assisted in interview coordination, maintained employee records, and supported administrative HR functions.
- (Part-Time)
Education
MBA - HR
NMIMS
Mumbai01-2023
B.Sc. - Clinical Psychology
Amity University
Mumbai01-2019
Skills
- Talent acquisition
- Human resources management systems
- End-to-end recruitment
- Stakeholder Management
- HR Operations
- Budget & Vendor Management
- Employee Engagement
- Applicant tracking systems
- Onboarding processes
- Candidate sourcing
- Talent Pipelining
- Interviewing & Assessment
- HRBP Coordination
- Pre-Onboarding & Induction
- Employer Branding
Certification
- Certified Career Mentor, 2020
- Minor in Principles & Practices of Management, 2016-2019
- Certificate in English Communication, 2016-2019
- Foreign Language - Spanish, 2016-2019
Leadership Volunteering
- Led Employee Engagement Wing at Cathena Education.
- Organized HR engagement and corporate events.
- Served as Class Representative and School Prefect, demonstrating early leadership.
Personal Information
Title: Human Resources & Talent Acquisition Specialist
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Specialist (Contractual)
Siemens Ltd.
07.2024 - 04.2025
Talent Acquisition Specialist (Contractual)
Siemens Digital Industries
12.2022 - 08.2023
HR Executive - Talent & Transformation
DigiBoxx
07.2022 - 10.2022
Sr. HR Executive - People Engagement
Freedom from Diabetes
08.2021 - 11.2021
HR Recruitment Consultant / Coordinator
Shree Sai Enterprises
05.2020 - 07.2021
Head Counselor / Management Consultant
Cathena Education
08.2019 - 03.2020
HR Coordinator
Shree Sai Enterprises
06.2016 - 05.2018
B.Sc. - Clinical Psychology
Amity University
MBA - HR
NMIMS