NEETHU NICHOLAS

• Led full-cycle recruitment for 250+ annual hires across IT, Engineering & Product teams.
• Recruited for a wide range of technical skills including: Java, .NET, Full Stack, UI/UX, Mobile (iOS/Android), QA/Automation, Data Engineering, Data Science, AI/ML, Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), DevOps, Cybersecurity, ERP (SAP/Oracle), PM/SM, Product Managers, BAs, Leadership roles.
• Partnered with Project Managers & Delivery Heads to forecast demand and create agile hiring pipelines aligned with project deadlines.
• Developed talent pools for niche & future tech skills, improving predictability of hiring cycles.
• Managed internal mobility, bench optimization, redeployments & upselling strategies with L&D.
• Tracked KPIs (utilization, bench aging, fulfillment cycle) for data-driven workforce decisions.
• Acted as SPOC for resource escalations & talent engagement initiatives.

• Managed end-to-end recruitment processes for key business lines within IBS.
  Anticipated future resource needs to align with organizational objectives.
  Partnered with business leaders and HRBPs to create factual recruitment plans.
  Sourced and screened candidates efficiently from extensive talent pools.
  Developed strategies for maintaining a pool of qualified applicants through various channels.
  Monitored and predicted team performance metrics to inform succession planning.
  Designed employee referral programs to enhance brand ambassador initiatives.
  Utilized HRIS and recruitment marketing tools to track KPIs and report progress to management.

Managed full cycle recruiting process to achieve diverse staffing goals across multiple business units.
Handled hiring needs for Fintech and BFSI domains, collaborating with onshore and offshore stakeholders.
Worked with hiring managers to enhance recruiting process effectiveness.
Engaged in tailored hiring planning specific to each line of business.
Defined timelines and coordinated with interview panels for recruitment efficiency.
Drove utilization of hiring tools to streamline recruitment efforts.
Executed sourcing strategies, including lateral hiring, recruitment drives, and social media campaigns.
Conducted thorough background verification for all candidates prior to extending job offers.

• Managed full recruitment life cycle for internal requirements and SAP partners.
  Sourced CVs through references, databases, and job portals.
  Conducted HR interviews to assess candidate suitability.
  Coordinated technical panels and facilitated communication between candidates and clients.
  Recruited specialized mid to senior-level professionals for Fortune 500 clients in India.
  Prepared and maintained various MIS reports for management review.
  Updated skill point software to enhance recruitment process efficiency.
  Organized training sessions and coordinated with delivery teams to address training needs.

• Coordinated and organized staff events and meetings to enhance engagement.
  Prepared and distributed communication emails to relevant departments and staff members.
  Facilitated induction programs to ensure smooth onboarding of new employees.

Screened profiles from various job portals to align with company requirements.
Shortlisted candidates based on precise company criteria.
Scheduled interviews for shortlisted candidates, ensuring panel availability.
Coordinated technical discussions by preparing necessary logistics.
Organized HR interviews for final candidate assessment.
Initiated background verification checks by requesting necessary documents.
Planned weekend recruitment drives to meet critical targets.
Tracked candidate progress until successful onboarding.