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HARSIMRAN SODHI
Talent Acquisition Manager
Thane
Summary
With an MBA in HR and over 9 years of diverse experience in technical and non-technical roles, I have gained valuable expertise. Currently employed at KPMG as a Manager, overseeing specialized and managerial positions, while leading a team of 5 to 7 members. Enthusiastic and passionate team player actively participating in campus drives, HR town halls, and various events. Now seeking to expand horizons by exploring new opportunities in managerial roles.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Manager, Talent Acquisition
KPMG
Mumbai
10.2021 - Current
- Developed and drove end-to-end recruitment strategies including sourcing, negotiation, pipeline building, candidate experience and early careers initiatives.
- Collaborated with department heads to forecast hiring needs, successfully filling 70-80% of projected positions within the fiscal year
- Reduced time-to-fill positions through targeted sourcing and implementation of an applicant tracking system, resulting in cost savings
- Gaining valuable experience in a diverse range of technical roles such as Data Privacy, Cybersecurity, VAPT, OSCP/OT security , Sailpoint , TPRM etc and non tech hiring for Government & Public services in KPMG.
- Implemented data-driven recruitment strategies, yielding a 70% increase in high-quality hires by improving overall selection ratio.
- Enhanced diversity hiring initiatives, leading to a 35% increase in diversity hires
- Developed and led training programs for 5 junior recruiters, increasing team efficiency by 25% and enhancing overall candidate experience
HR Specialist
Fiserv
Mumbai
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Managed full cycle of recruiting by creating and identifying sourcing strategies-, IJPs, direct sources, social media , vendor partners etc
- Negotiation and issuing the offer and the appointment letter through system
- Worked on different system like Taleo, workday, SuccessFactors
- Managing the stakeholders for all the hiring requirements.
- Successfully reached and maintained a number of 15 onboards through personal efforts.
Associate Consultant
Capgemini Consulting pvt ltd
Mumbai
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Consistently met or exceeded targets for achieving 20 new hires for tech roles as monthly target.
- Conducts external searches through strategic sourcing (networking, cold-calling, job board utilization, etc.) Utilizes online social and professional networking sites to connect with potential passive candidates.
- Managed entire end-to-end recruitment cycle along with Stakeholders management
Senior Executive
Datamatics Global Service Limited
Mumbai
01.2017 - 07.2018
- Managed end to end recruitment processes, including organizing and coordinating mega drive events.
- Secured key talent by refining recruitment strategies, ensuring attraction of high-caliber candidates.
Management Trainee
Godrej Infotech
Mumbai
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Sourcing CV and scheduling the interviews with the Hiring Manager.
- Utilized market mapping techniques to uncover key technology roles.
- Implemented strategies on Naukri, LinkedIn, and Campus drive to support the recruitment process at Godrej.
Education
MBA - Human resources
GNIMS Khalsa College
Mumbai 06.2014 - 06.2016
Bachelors - Management Studies
NES National College
Mumbai 06.2009 - 08.2011
Skills
Talent Acquisition Tools: LinkedIn Recruiter, Taleo, Workday, Oracle & Succesfactor
Candidate Sourcing & Assessment: Boolean Search, Naukri , Foundit, Dice
Technological Proficiency: MS Office Suite (Expert), ATS , Power BI, Canva
AI tools
Interests
Involved in Service activities through NGO
Timeline
Manager, Talent Acquisition
KPMG
10.2021 - Current
HR Specialist
Fiserv
02.2020 - 10.2021
Associate Consultant
Capgemini Consulting pvt ltd
08.2018 - 02.2020
Senior Executive
Datamatics Global Service Limited
01.2017 - 07.2018
Management Trainee
Godrej Infotech
01.2016 - 12.2016
MBA - Human resources
GNIMS Khalsa College
06.2014 - 06.2016
Bachelors - Management Studies
NES National College
06.2009 - 08.2011
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