Nataraj Balakrishnan

• Spearheading HR strategies aligned with business objectives
• Developed and handling a team of 7 members for entire HR functionality
• Overseeing talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, training, and compensation
• Implementing HR policies and ensuring compliance with regulations
• Driving organizational development and fostering a positive work culture
• Conducted recruitment drive for various positions on bulk hiring.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
• Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
• Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

• Overseeing the entire spectrum of HR activities, encompassing sourcing, screening, recruitment, onboarding, personnel management, payroll processing, performance appraisal, compliance, and exit procedures
• Conducting candidate searches, shortlisting, and interviews based on job requirements, facilitating telephonic and in-person interviews, and forwarding profiles to the technical team
• Selecting candidates from various premier B-Schools in India, initiating online tests as an initial screening step, conducting telephonic interviews for shortlisted candidates, and coordinating in-person interviews as required
• Developing and maintaining HR programs, policies, employee handbooks, and employment contracts in compliance with local employment laws and regulations
• Creating executive dashboards, preparing and MIS reports
• Handling end-to-end recruitment processes for internships from renowned B-Schools such as IIM-C, NMIMS, IIM-T, XIMB, and XLRI
• Ensuring confidentiality of data by adhering to established security and confidentiality standards
• Educating and promoting self-service reporting functionality among end users through diverse communication
• Establishing and nurturing relationships with various business functions including IT, Payroll, and Finance
• Managing documentation and onboarding formalities, overseeing payroll, attendance, leave management, and insurance processes, and maintaining employee databases in both soft and hard copy formats.
• Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
• Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
• Identified cost improvement changes and cost savings plans to increase company savings.
• Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
• Achieved operational excellence by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
• Ordered new equipment and inventory and scheduled repairs for damaged equipment.
• Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
• Managed budgets effectively, achieving financial objectives while maintaining strict control over expenditures.
• Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
• Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
• Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
• Demonstrated exceptional adaptability in navigating complex situations or rapidly changing environments with ease.
• Increased customer satisfaction with timely project deliveries and seamless communication.
• Consolidated vendors and renegotiated contracts to optimize costs.
• Developed and implemented new filing systems to improve organizational efficiency and productivity.
• Reviewed and analyzed reports, records and directives to obtain data required for planning department activities.
• Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
• Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
• Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

• Resolve administrative issues by preparing reports, analyzing data, and implementing solutions
• Manage bank activities, reimbursements, fund release, Letter of Credit (LC), credit transactions, vendor relations, AMC renewals, travel, and accommodations for guests, organize meetings
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements for operations
• Conduct safety risk assessments and enforce workplace safety measures
• Review and calculate monthly expenses comprehensively
• Handle payroll software and assist the finance team
• Oversee facility management, housekeeping, transportation, and procurement
• Maintain proper records of company assets and stationery inventory
• Handle builder/owner lease agreements, rent payments, and maintenance including vendor management.
• Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
• Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
• Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
• Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
• Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.

• Overseeing the entire spectrum of HR activities, encompassing sourcing, screening, recruitment, onboarding, personnel management, payroll processing, performance appraisal, compliance, and exit procedures
• Conducting candidate searches, shortlisting, and interviews based on job requirements, facilitating telephonic and in-person interviews, and forwarding profiles to the technical team
• Selecting candidates from various premier B-Schools in India, initiating online tests as an initial screening step, conducting telephonic interviews for shortlisted candidates, and coordinating in-person interviews as required
• Developing and maintaining HR programs, policies, employee handbooks, and employment contracts in compliance with local employment laws and regulations
• Managing documentation and onboarding formalities, overseeing payroll, attendance, leave management, and insurance processes, and maintaining employee databases in both soft and hard copy formats
• Prepare Executive Dashboards MIS Reports and provide overall commentary on trends identified
• Manage confidentiality of data by following established security/confidentiality standards
• Liaison and develop relationships with various business functions such as IT, Payroll, Finance, etc.
• Reduced personnel costs by restructuring the management hierarchy to eliminate redundancies and promote cross-functional collaboration.
• Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
• Developed and implemented new strategies and policies in collaboration with executive partners to establish and achieve long-term business objectives, providing company with strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
• Hired and managed new managers to drive business growth.

• Conduct resume searches for open positions, shortlist suitable profiles, and arrange candidate interviews, coordinating both phone and in-person meetings as required
• Facilitate documentation completion and oversee joining formalities for new hires
• Manage the employee database, maintaining records in both soft and file formats
• Conduct exit interviews and collaborate with the accounting department for the full and final settlement of departing employees
• Develop executive dashboards and offer comprehensive commentary on identified trends
• Ensure timely delivery of reports within the designated portfolio
• Define and deliver reporting and data analysis for annual HR programs.

As a Technical Recruiter at Cyberspace Solutions India Pvt. Ltd., an ISO 9000 certified company affiliated with 3i People and one of the largest IT staffing firms in the US, I managed recruitment for high-profile accounts such as the State of Georgia, State of South Carolina, and Georgia Pacific. My duties included crafting, posting, and updating job listings on recruiting sites like Dice, CareerBuilder, and Monster. I also maintained strong client relations throughout the interview process, ensuring ongoing partnerships.

In my role as Administration In-Charge, I oversaw vendor management, administered employment agreements, and managed the leave system. Additionally, I was responsible for the filing, storage, and security of documents, assisting with payroll processes, and overseeing the maintenance of computer and office equipment. My role also included supervising customer service and handling customer inquiries.

As an H1B Immigration Specialist, my primary responsibility was to source, interview, screen, and place IT professionals in the US, focusing on H1B immigration. I coordinated with candidates to gather necessary details and prepare INS forms for their H1B applications, and scheduled telephone interviews with technical consultants in the US.

I began my career as a Medical Transcriptionist, transforming dictated recordings from healthcare professionals into written documents, meticulously ensuring accuracy and compliance with specific formats and guidelines.

In the early stages of my career at Millennium Business Solutions and Elsevier Science Pvt Ltd, previously known as CharonTec Pvt Ltd, I proofread and edited online documents from international clients. As a technical editor in e-publishing, my role entailed scrutinizing and enhancing digital documents prior to their online publication. This position also involved converting documents into various digital formats and collaborating with multiple departments to facilitate seamless publishing operations.