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)
Technical & Leadership Hiring: Expertise in Full-Cycle Recruitment, Candidate Nurture, and Offer Management, with strong Stakeholder Collaboration (Global & Domestic) Specialized in recruiting for NET, Java, and Data Analytics roles
Talent Strategy & Optimization: Team Leadership (Managed 3 recruiters, increased hiring growth from 50% to 150%), Process Enhancement, Candidate Experience
Tools: Excel, Zoho CRM, Google Analytics, HubSpot, LinkedIn Campaign Manager
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