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Work History
Education
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Certification
Accomplishments
Passions And Interests
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NARENDHAR R V

NARENDHAR R V

Talent Acquisition and Talent Branding Specialist
Chennai

Summary

A dynamic and purpose-driven professional with 6+ years of experience, specializing in the powerful intersection of Talent Acquisition, Technical Hiring, Employer Branding, and Recruitment Marketing. I excel at crafting compelling employer narratives and executing targeted campaigns that attract and convert top-tier technical talent.

My recent Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology deepens my understanding of candidate psychology, enabling highly effective branding and hiring strategies.

I'm recognized for driving impactful recruitment marketing initiatives (generating 10,000+ leads and increasing referrals from 10% to 40%) while simultaneously leading high-performing teams to close 125+ complex senior and core technical roles.

Seeking challenging opportunities in Employer Branding, Talent Branding, Recruitment Marketing, or Talent Acquisition, where I can leverage my unique blend of creative strategy and technical recruitment prowess.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Team Lead, Talent Marketing & Acquisition

Kanini Software Solutions Pvt Ltd
Chennai
07.2021 - 06.2024
  • Drove significant talent pipeline growth by leading 'Happier Way to Work' branding campaigns, generating 10,000+ quality leads in 2 months.
  • Transformed referral programs, boosting employee referral leads from 10% to an impressive 40% in just 2 months.
  • Pioneered and launched a 'Candidate Nurture Program,' resulting in 500+ pre-qualified leads for critical roles.
  • Spearheaded the Kodeathon hackathon, successfully attracting and identifying high-potential technical talent.
  • Enhanced brand visibility by facilitating Kanini's active participation in key external industry forums and events.
  • Collaborated with the Campus Hiring team, providing essential branding and recruitment materials to attract fresh talent.
  • Successfully closed 125+ senior and core technical roles, including Architects, Engineering Managers, Senior Developers (.NET, Java), BAs, DevOps, ServiceNow, and AI Engineers, as well as critical non-IT positions.
  • Managed a team of 3 recruiters, significantly improving hiring growth from 50% to 150% within 6 months.
  • Ensured seamless campaign asset delivery and talent acquisition alignment through collaboration with global stakeholders.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
  • Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
  • Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
  • Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.

Marketing Intern

Nool Pvt Ltd
Chennai
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Supported product marketing initiatives for a beta-stage startup.
  • Contributed to social media strategy, content creation, and market research efforts.
  • (Concurrent with studies)
  • Conducted market research to identify target audiences and optimize marketing efforts.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions, contributing fresh ideas that led to innovative marketing initiatives.

Recruitment Executive

Softura Pvt Ltd
Chennai
10.2019 - 04.2021
  • Managed end-to-end technical hiring for diverse domestic and US-based requirements.
  • Partnered closely with Business Heads and Hiring Managers to develop and execute effective talent acquisition strategies.
  • Recognized for exceptional sourcing quality and achieving the highest volume of successful profile submissions during tenure.
  • Reduced time-to-fill for open positions by proactively sourcing high-quality candidates through various channels.
  • Enhanced candidate experience by streamlining the recruitment process and implementing effective communication strategies.

Recruitment Executive

Buzzworks Business Services Pvt Ltd
Chennai
01.2018 - 10.2019
  • Executed full-cycle hiring for a broad range of domestic and UAE clients across various industries in a consulting environment.
  • Awarded 'Employee of the Quarter' for consistent high performance.
  • Increased client satisfaction with timely and accurate reporting on recruitment metrics and ongoing updates on hiring progress.
  • Supported management in developing and implementing personnel policies and procedures.
  • Reduced time-to-fill for open positions by proactively sourcing high-quality candidates through various channels.
  • Enhanced candidate experience by streamlining the recruitment process and implementing effective communication strategies.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma - Counselling Psychology

Madras School of Social Work
Chennai
04.2001 - 12.2024

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality and Hotel Administration

IHM Chennai
Chennai
01.2013 - 12.2016

Skills

Employer Branding & Recruitment Marketing: Campaign Design, Content Strategy, Social Media & Referral Programs, Market Research, Analytics (Google Analytics, HubSpot, LinkedIn Campaign Manager)

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Certification

Executive Certificate in HR Analytics - IIM Rohtak

Accomplishments

  • Double promotion within 1 year at Kanini (Associate → Team Lead) - A testament to rapid impact and leadership potential.
  • Talent Acquisition Excellence Achiever - Vanakkam HRD, 2023 - Industry recognition for outstanding contributions.
  • Prime Player Award (3x) - Kanini Software - Consistent high performance acknowledged.
  • Padmashree Ananda Rau Memorial Award - IHM, 2015 & 2016 - Academic and extracurricular distinction.
  • Led hackathon team to deliver innovative talent solutions - Demonstrated leadership in problem-solving.

Passions And Interests

  • Theatre and Performing Arts
  • Film and Literature
  • Psychology and Storytelling
  • Travel & Cultural Exploration

Timeline

Marketing Intern

Nool Pvt Ltd
08.2023 - 03.2024

Team Lead, Talent Marketing & Acquisition

Kanini Software Solutions Pvt Ltd
07.2021 - 06.2024

Recruitment Executive

Softura Pvt Ltd
10.2019 - 04.2021

Recruitment Executive

Buzzworks Business Services Pvt Ltd
01.2018 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality and Hotel Administration

IHM Chennai
01.2013 - 12.2016

Post Graduate Diploma - Counselling Psychology

Madras School of Social Work
04.2001 - 12.2024

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