Sowmya V Balasubramaniam
Recruitment Manager
Bangalore
Summary
Seasoned Recruitment Manager with 20+ years of experience in IT and non-IT recruitment, focusing on executive search, talent acquisition, and team leadership. Skilled in promoting diversity hiring, improving employer branding, and establishing robust talent pipelines. Utilizing extensive recruitment knowledge to drive growth and success for progressive organizations. Proven track record of developing successful strategies for filling positions with top-tier candidates. Collaborative and diligent leader with strong communication and planning skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Recruitment Manager
IBM India Private Limited
Bangalore
07.2018 - 07.2023
- Partnered with hiring directors to craft job descriptions and leadership role qualifications.
- Spearheaded diversity hiring initiatives, achieving a 30% increase in diverse candidate recruitment.
- Enhanced employer branding through strategic online recruitment marketing campaigns.
- Developed a robust talent pipeline, collaborating with senior management to anticipate future hiring needs.
- Managed external recruitment agencies and led the leadership hiring team’s performance evaluation.
Recruiter
Amazon Development Centre
Bangalore
12.2016 - 05.2018
- Strategized and executed recruitment plans for L4 and above roles.
- Engaged with stakeholders to ensure alignment on recruitment goals and expectations.
- Sourced high-quality candidates via job boards, social media, and referrals, maintaining a high placement rate.
- Facilitated salary negotiations and managed candidate relations throughout the hiring process.
- Organized and executed recruitment drives, managing vendor relations effectively.
Recruitment Manager
Xerox Business Services
Bangalore
07.2011 - 12.2016
- Led a recruitment team, providing coaching, performance reviews, and strategic direction.
- Designed and implemented recruitment strategies, ensuring alignment with client and stakeholder expectations.
- Strengthened client relationships and expanded services within existing accounts.
- Directed special recruitment projects in collaboration with APAC counterparts.
- Collaborated with marketing team members to create engaging job advertisements that accurately represented company values and attracted suitable applicants.
- Leveraged social media platforms effectively for promoting open positions among targeted audiences, increasing online visibility of job opportunities significantly.
Senior Associate – Hiring
Sapient Corporation
Bangalore
01.2008 - 07.2011
- Orchestrated recruitment events and managed end-to-end hiring processes.
- Specialized in sourcing candidates with niche IT skills, conducting interviews, and negotiating offers.
- Ensured timely candidate on-boarding through diligent post-offer follow-ups.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive successful completion of complex projects within deadlines.
- Consistently maintained strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and timely updates on project progress.
HR Generalist
ACS of India Pvt. Ltd (A Xerox Company)
Bangalore
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Managed employee induction, onboarding, and relations.
- Handled HRIS management and exit formalities efficiently.
- Administered payroll accurately, ensuring timely payment processing while minimizing errors in calculations or deductions.
- Liaised between management and employees to deliver conflict resolution, alleviate problems, and interpret compensation and benefits policies.
Recruiter
ACS of India Pvt. Ltd (A Xerox Company)
Bangalore
10.2004 - 12.2006
- Executed recruitment strategies, sourcing candidates from entry to senior levels.
- Negotiated salaries and ensured smooth candidate transitions through effective follow-up processes.
- Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
Recruiter
GE Capital International Services
Bangalore
07.2002 - 10.2004
- Fulfilled manpower requirements for key business verticals through targeted recruitment efforts.
- Led campus recruitment initiatives and promoted innovative employee referral programs.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce -
Bangalore University
Bangalore 01.1999 - 01.2002
Skills
- Executive Recruitment
- Cost-Effective Recruiting
- Job Search Strategy
- IT & Non-IT Recruiting
- Strategic Sourcing
- Company Mapping
- Vendor Evaluation
- SLA Management
Timeline
Recruitment Manager
IBM India Private Limited
07.2018 - 07.2023
Recruiter
Amazon Development Centre
12.2016 - 05.2018
Recruitment Manager
Xerox Business Services
07.2011 - 12.2016
Senior Associate – Hiring
Sapient Corporation
01.2008 - 07.2011
HR Generalist
ACS of India Pvt. Ltd (A Xerox Company)
01.2007 - 01.2008
Recruiter
ACS of India Pvt. Ltd (A Xerox Company)
10.2004 - 12.2006
Recruiter
GE Capital International Services
07.2002 - 10.2004
Bachelor of Commerce -
Bangalore University
01.1999 - 01.2002
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