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Indrani Chandra

Summary

Results-oriented Talent Acquisition professional with 5+ years of experience in sourcing and building diverse pipelines. Skilled in high-volume recruitment, research, and implementing strategies that align with business goals. Proven track record in meeting hiring objectives and collaborating across teams.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Global Talent Researcher

Palo Alto Networks
Bangalore
03.2023 - Current
  • Engaged with sourcing managers and TA leaders to enhance recruitment efforts in the Americas, LATAM, EMEA, JAPAC, and ANZ.
  • Contributed to the Executive Research Team, developing high-quality candidate pipelines with an 85-90% pass-through rate, with a strong focus on building diverse candidate representation.
  • Drove diversity-focused initiatives, ensuring that 50% of candidates in the executive pipeline met inclusion standards.
  • Collaborated on periodic performance evaluations to enhance recruitment methods.
  • Conducted competitor analysis to inform executive search strategies and support high-impact hiring requests.
  • Led multiple company mapping initiatives, building specialized expertise to identify top talent and deliver comprehensive competitor and organizational insights for strategic executive recruitment.
  • Trained and mentored new team members, fostering onboarding excellence and enhancing sourcing capabilities across the team.
  • Enhanced CRM utilization, leveraging data insights and talent analytics to guide strategic hiring decisions and advise stakeholders on evolving market trends.
  • Championed high-visibility projects, responded to urgent support requests, and delivered on complex mapping initiatives.

Global Talent Researcher

Palo Alto Networks
Bangalore
02.2021 - 03.2023
  • Expanded diverse talent pipelines by implementing targeted sourcing strategies and ensuring comprehensive representation of diverse candidates.
  • Worked closely with sourcers, recruiters, and cross-functional partners to enhance candidate experiences.
  • Spearheaded mapping projects, consistently achieving a 90% pass-through rate.
  • Developed and applied innovative sourcing methodologies using platforms such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Google X-Ray, and targeted outreach at diversity-focused events.
  • Coordinated knowledge transfer sessions and team-building activities, enhancing internal communication and knowledge sharing.
  • Accessed diverse candidate pools through events, LinkedIn groups, sororities, and Boolean search techniques.
  • Assisted recruiters with sourcing, screening, and scheduling interviews across various functions and regions.

Senior HR Executive

[24]7.ai
Bangalore
07.2020 - 02.2021
  • Coordinated recruitment, including job ads, interviewing, and candidate selection.
  • Partnered with the L&D department to develop HR plans aligning with organizational goals.
  • Managed large-scale recruitment for chat processes, facilitating daily walk-ins.
  • Handled high volumes of applications, conducting screenings and assessments.
  • Participated in campus hiring initiatives and visited vendor locations, maintaining strong relationships for recruitment.
  • Coordinated recruitment across multiple shifts, including scheduling interviews.
  • Supported candidate onboarding and integration into teams.
  • Streamlined bulk hiring processes for timely role fulfillment.
  • Maintained accurate candidate records, ensuring compliance with standards.
  • Conducted phone screenings and cold calls to engage candidates and schedule interviews.
  • Managed outreach, ensuring consistent communication and follow-ups.
  • Identified top candidates and ensured alignment with job requirements for chat roles.

HR Executive

[24]7.ai
Bangalore
05.2016 - 05.2017

Same as above.

Education

PGDM - Human Resources & Marketing

St. Joseph's Institute of Management
Bangalore
01-2020

Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Relations, Economics & Sociology

St. Joseph's University
Bangalore
01-2016

High School Diploma -

Loyola High School
Jamshedpur
01-2013

Accomplishments

  • Awarded the Rolling Star category, recognizing exceptional dedication and performance in handling 30 projects and sourcing 450 diverse leads in a single quarter

Certification

  • AIRS Certified Diversity and Inclusion Recruiter (2020)

Affiliations

  • Member of the Toastmasters Club (2018)
  • General Secretary of the Industrial Relations Forum (2015 - 2016)
  • Secretary of the Economics Forum from (2014 - 2015)
  • Volunteered at an NGO - Seva in Action, supporting students in learning and participating in engaging activities to foster skill development and personal growth.

Timeline

Senior Global Talent Researcher

Palo Alto Networks
03.2023 - Current

Global Talent Researcher

Palo Alto Networks
02.2021 - 03.2023

Senior HR Executive

[24]7.ai
07.2020 - 02.2021

HR Executive

[24]7.ai
05.2016 - 05.2017

PGDM - Human Resources & Marketing

St. Joseph's Institute of Management

Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Relations, Economics & Sociology

St. Joseph's University

High School Diploma -

Loyola High School
Indrani Chandra