Hey! I am a Talent Acquisition Specialist with over 4 years of experience in identifying and recruiting top talent for industry-leading companies. Expertise in end-to-end recruitment for both technical and non-technical roles, with a focus on sectors such as EdTech, FinTech, E-commerce, IT, Healthcare, Retail, and Logistics. Proficient in developing and executing recruitment strategies, building high-performing teams, and managing the full recruitment lifecycle. Demonstrated success in recruitment strategy development and team leadership, with extensive experience in hiring for mid to senior-level positions.
Hi, I’m
Simran Rana
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Summary
Overview
4
years of professional experience
4
Certifications
Work History
BrightChamps
Talent Acquisition Specialist
03.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Managed full-cycle recruiting process for multiple roles simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards in candidate assessment and selection.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs.
- Leading a team of 3 people
- Overseeing recruitment data for central hiring across technical, product, marketing, HR, and finance roles, as well as managing data trackers for Vietnam and sales hiring.
- Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.
- Developed and established recruitment processes from scratch, being the first member of the Talent Acquisition team.
- Built the Talent, Operations, and HRBP teams, overseeing mid to leadership-level hiring.
- Technical Roles: Managed recruitment for positions including Electron.js, Generative AI, Python, Node.js, React.js, and more.
- Non-Technical Roles: Recruited for marketing, product, finance, and HR positions.
- Utilized tools such as Naukri, LinkedIn, Hirist, IIMJobs, Instahyre, BigShyft, AngelList, referrals, crowd-sourcing, iCIMS, Zoho, and Rekruitem.
- Enhanced employer branding and candidate engagement, significantly reducing offer backout rates.
Supertal
Partner, Talent Acquisition
08.2021 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Streamlined the hiring process for a more efficient and effective talent acquisition experience.
- Sourced and hired for SEA-based clients like Pluang, Movematch, Tokopedia, Sayurbox, Gojek, Awantunai, Momos, Noice, and Raena.
- Recruited for roles including SDE 1, 2, 3, Technical Lead, Engineering Manager, CTO, DevOps, Retention Manager, and more.
- Leveraged multiple channels for candidate sourcing, including LinkedIn organic channels and referrals.
Skillmile
Talent Acquisition Executive
03.2021 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Managed end-to-end recruitment process for various roles across the organization, ensuring high-quality hires.
- Managed recruitment for technical positions such as Backend, Frontend, and Fullstack developers, as well as non-tech roles including Global IT Director, Compensation and Benefits, and Finance Analyst.
- Hired for clients like Boston Consulting Group, NASSCOM and Goldman Sachs
- Worked on Fulltime as well as Contractual roles
Posterity Consulting
Technical Recruiter
11.2020 - 03.2021
Job overview
- Collaborated closely with hiring managers to understand technical requirements and align talent acquisition strategies accordingly.
- Reduced time-to-hire by developing targeted job advertisements and leveraging social media platforms for wider reach.
- Developed strong rapport with candidates, providing support during interviews, offer negotiations, and onboarding process.
- Focused on client and vendor management, handling technical hiring for US-based clients such as Guardian Life and R1 RCM.
- Recruited for roles including RPA Developer, .NET Developer, QA, Fullstack Developer, and DevOps Engineer.
Education
IILM University, GurgaonGurgaon, India
MBA from Human Resources Management
03.2021
University Overview
GD Goenka University, GurgaonGurgaon, India
Bachelor of Computer Applications from Computer Engineering Technology
05.2019
University Overview
Front Range Baptist AcademyColorado, United Stated Of America
High School
07.2016
University Overview
Skills
Recruitment planning
Internships
Internships
HR Intern
SM NETWORKS & SOLUTIONS, New Delhi
June 2020 - Sept 2020
- Coordinated onboarding processes, including scheduling start dates and collecting necessary paperwork
- Organized and facilitated training sessions and webinars for employees
HR Intern
SISL INFOTECH, New Delhi
June 2020 - Sept 2020
- Event Management
- Interview Coordination
- Recruitment Administration: Maintain and update the applicant tracking system (ATS) with candidate information and recruitment activities
- Onboarding Support: Aid in the preparation of onboarding materials and welcome kits for new hires
- Assist in coordinating orientation sessions and training for new employees.
Certification
Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills
Additional Information
Additional Information
Hiring proficiency
Technical Hiring proficiency in technologies: DevOps, Python, Generative AI, React.js, iOS, Android, Electron.js, Java, QA, Node.js, Typescript, Golang and more
Non Technical Hiring Proficiency: Marketing, Finance, Legal, Human Resources, Sales and Product
Hiring Tools and Portals used
Naukri, LinkedIn Recruiter, Hirist, IIMJobs, Instahyre, BigShyft, AngelList, Referrals, Crowdsourcing, iCIMS, Zoho, Rekruitem, LinkedIn Organic Channels
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Specialist
BrightChamps
03.2022 - Current
Partner, Talent Acquisition
Supertal
08.2021 - 03.2022
Talent Acquisition Executive
Skillmile
03.2021 - 08.2021
Technical Recruiter
Posterity Consulting
11.2020 - 03.2021
IILM University, Gurgaon
MBA from Human Resources Management
GD Goenka University, Gurgaon
Bachelor of Computer Applications from Computer Engineering Technology
Front Range Baptist Academy
High School
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