SHAHENAZ AMIN BHOJANI
Hyderabad
Summary
Accomplished talent acquisition specialist with extensive experience in recruitment, background checks, and operational process optimisation. Demonstrates expertise in advanced Boolean search, applicant tracking systems, and social media recruiting tools to streamline hiring processes and enhance team productivity. Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, oversee compliance-driven background checks, and deliver data-driven insights for strategic decision-making. Adept at stakeholder management, training delivery, and process documentation to ensure quality control and operational efficiency. Career highlights include founding and scaling businesses, developing innovative sourcing strategies, and driving performance improvements through detailed analysis and targeted initiatives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Specialist, Talent Acquisition
D. E. Shaw India Pvt Ltd
09.2022 - 01.2025
- Oversee the background check process, ensuring efficiency, accuracy and compliance
- Track team members' time on subtasks for analysis and FTE calculations
- Coordinate with PeopleOps team in NY for the timely completion of background checks
- Monitor progress of candidates joining within six weeks, ensuring timely completion
- Maintain detailed documentation of processes, and conduct audits for quality control
- Address delays and issues with background checks by collaborating with stakeholders
- Identified issues in third-party reports and escalated them to appropriate stakeholders
- Managed recruiting processes in applicant tracking systems, including creation of job requisitions
- Delivered comprehensive training sessions to new hires on Systematic Sourcing Projects
- Developed and maintained comprehensive databases, improving information accessibility and supporting critical analysis
- Streamlined operational processes, eliminating inefficiencies and maximising productivity across the team
- Evaluated team performance, identifying areas for development and implementing targeted improvement plans
- Conducted detailed data analysis, providing insights that informed decision-making and strategy formulation
Talent Specialist, Talent Acquisition
Xpheno (Client: D. E. Shaw India Pvt Ltd)
02.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed Systematic Sourcing team campus initiatives in India to enhance US internship recruitment
- Developed and implemented sourcing strategies to fill current openings
- Worked alongside leads to deliver insights based on data analysis for identifying target schools
- Utilized quality trackers to oversee performance metrics and ensure alignment with goals
- Engage stakeholders, collect requirements, deliver progress reports
- Coordinate recruitment process delivery within scheduled timelines
- Designed reporting systems to enhance operational insights
Senior Analyst
D. E. Shaw India Pvt Ltd
06.2005 - 01.2012
- Managed daily resume processing, recruitment inquiries, referrals, candidate withdrawals, passive sourcing, and specialized research
- Implemented efficiency and process automation opportunities
- Managed Automation Infrastructure for ATS and other tools/processes
- Sourced, screened, prepared resume reviews for top-quality candidates and developing a talent pipeline for recruiters and hiring managers
- Oversaw resource allocation for a 20-member team, managing projects and daily tasks
- Supervised NY office projects, delegated work, and ensured quality adherence
- Contributed to research projects, internal reports, efficiency reports, and screening/sourcing tasks
- Assisted with transitioning tasks, training team members, and managing documentation
Proprietor
SparkXpress Couriers
08.2017 - 01.2020
- Developed a startup by acquiring clientele and negotiating advantageous terms with logistics providers like FedEx, DHL, Blue Dart, Aramex
- Worked alongside courier companies to enhance mutual development
- Maintained accuracy in record-keeping with diligent management of airway bill documentation
- Handled business accounts and financial operations
- Conducted training sessions for new employees on third-party vendor portals
Business Head
Mumbai Online Mart
07.2014 - 12.2020
- Founded business from zero and migrated it to an online platform
- Reviewed various business strategies and identified profitable approaches
- Enhanced market reach through effective networking and word of mouth
- Utilized WhatsApp Business as an effective tool for updating new stock, receiving orders, and building strong client relationships
- Opened a retail shop to cater to walk-in customers, expanding the business further
- Acquired international clients by leveraging connections, and securing competitive courier rates
- Trained staff in effectively managing retail, wholesale, and online operations
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Sociology, and Philosophy
Nizam College
Hyderabad, TG01.2005
Skills
- Advanced Boolean Search
- Key String Search
- Job adverts, online job postings
- Detailed job descriptions
- Candidate Pre-Screening
- Documentation / SharePoint
- Confluence
- Social Media Recruiting Tools
- Applicant Tracking System / iCIMS
- Process knowledge
- Researching skills
- MS Office Applications
- Team worker and Adaptability
- Decision making and Analytical skills
- Organizational skills / Stakeholder Management
Certification
Web Development Course (HTML, CSS, HTML5, JavaScript, PHP Modules), Aptech Learning, 2017-06-01, 2017-10-31
Languages
English
Hindi
Gujarati
Marathi
Timeline
Senior Specialist, Talent Acquisition
D. E. Shaw India Pvt Ltd
09.2022 - 01.2025
Talent Specialist, Talent Acquisition
Xpheno (Client: D. E. Shaw India Pvt Ltd)
02.2021 - 09.2022
Proprietor
SparkXpress Couriers
08.2017 - 01.2020
Business Head
Mumbai Online Mart
07.2014 - 12.2020
Senior Analyst
D. E. Shaw India Pvt Ltd
06.2005 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Sociology, and Philosophy
Nizam College
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