Akram Khan, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Akram Khan

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Shade Corporation Ltd

Location
Saudi Arabia - Khobar
Education
Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Commerce: Management
Experience
8 years, 10 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :8 years, 10 Months

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at Shade Corporation Ltd
  • Saudi Arabia - Dammam
  • My current job since May 2024

• Managing end-to-end recruitment processes, including job posting, sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates.
• Collaborating with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Controlling Requirement Database.
• Corresponded with local and appointed agencies outside Saudi Arabia (India, Nepal, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Philippines, Egypt, Indonesia, and Other many countries) to facilitate visa endorsement and mobilization, including fees, medicals, and travel schedule till the joining of the selected candidates.
• Utilizing various recruiting methods, such as social media, job boards, and networking, to attract qualified candidates.
• Conducting interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' skills, experience, and fit for the organization.
• Source Candidates from (1) Own Data Bank (2) Advertisements (3) Sub Agent (4) Direct Candidates (5) Affiliated Agencies (6) Local Companies (7) Vocational Institutes (Universities).
• Well-versed in using recruitment portals, LinkedIn recruiter, Naukri gulf, Bayt, monster gulf.
• Authorizing, Monitoring & Cancelling of E-wakala (visa) through Enjaz System to Agencies / Candidates in respective countries.
• Coordinating and scheduling interviews between candidates and hiring teams, ensuring a seamless experience for all parties involved.
• Preparing and forwarding the recruitment documents to various agencies for visa endorsement and Emigration Clearance. (Demand letter/POF/EC).
• Maintaining accurate records of candidate information and recruitment activities in the applicant tracking system.
• Providing regular updates to hiring managers on recruitment progress, candidate pipelines, and market trends.
• Preparing Interparty agreement as per agreed commercial terms and forwarding it to agency.
• Proficient in utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) for efficient candidate sourcing, to Prepare Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly & Yearly Reports and update monthly KPI & Recruitment Process Reports for All Onboard Candidates.
• Negotiating job offers and facilitating the hiring process, including background checks and onboarding procedures.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in recruitment and talent acquisition.
• Analyze recruitment metrics and data to identify areas for improvement and optimize recruitment strategies.

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at Gheena Contracting Company Ltd
  • Saudi Arabia - Khobar
  • November 2016 to May 2024

• Managing end-to-end recruitment processes, including job posting, sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates.
• Collaborating with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Controlling Requirement Database.
• Corresponded with local and appointed agencies outside Saudi Arabia (India, Nepal, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Philippines, Egypt, Indonesia, and Other many countries) to facilitate visa endorsement and mobilization, including fees, medicals, and travel schedule till the joining of the selected candidates.
• Utilizing various recruiting methods, such as social media, job boards, and networking, to attract qualified candidates.
• Conducting interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' skills, experience, and fit for the organization.
• Source Candidates from (1) Own Data Bank (2) Advertisements (3) Sub Agent (4) Direct Candidates (5) Affiliated Agencies (6) Local Companies (7) Vocational Institutes (Universities).
• Well-versed in using recruitment portals, LinkedIn recruiter, Naukri gulf, Bayt, monster gulf.
• Authorizing, Monitoring & Cancelling of E-wakala (visa) through Enjaz System to Agencies / Candidates in respective countries.
• Coordinating and scheduling interviews between candidates and hiring teams, ensuring a seamless experience for all parties involved.
• Preparing and forwarding the recruitment documents to various agencies for visa endorsement and Emigration Clearance. (Demand letter/POF/EC).
• Maintaining accurate records of candidate information and recruitment activities in the applicant tracking system.
• Providing regular updates to hiring managers on recruitment progress, candidate pipelines, and market trends.
• Preparing Interparty agreement as per agreed commercial terms and forwarding it to agency.
• Proficient in utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) for efficient candidate sourcing, to Prepare Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly & Yearly Reports and update monthly KPI & Recruitment Process Reports for All Onboard Candidates.
• Negotiating job offers and facilitating the hiring process, including background checks and onboarding procedures.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in recruitment and talent acquisition.
• Analyze recruitment metrics and data to identify areas for improvement and optimize recruitment strategies.

Senior Recruitment Consultant at Dewan Consultants
  • India - Mumbai
  • August 2015 to November 2016

• Facilitated seamless communication between the company and managers, ensuring the timely acceptance of job inquiries and orders.
• Executed efficient recruitment processes to meet deadlines for job openings, emphasizing a commitment to prompt fulfilment.
• Leveraged various social media platforms and portals to disseminate job requirements, attracting top-tier candidates.
• Managed logistics for delegate interviews, ensuring a professional and organized experience for both clients and candidates.
• Oversaw the end-to-end visa process post-selection, handling medical checks, MOFA, degree attestation, visa stamping, immigration, agreements, and ticketing.
• Coordinated effectively with clients and candidates, fostering positive relationships throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Demonstrated flexibility by travelling to various locations for interview purposes, showcasing a dedication to comprehensive talent acquisition.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Commerce: Management
  • at SANGAI INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
  • May 2018

Specialties & Skills

Headhunting
Onboarding
Mass Recruitment
Recruitment
Talent Acquisition
COORDINATING
APPLICANT TRACKING SYSTEMS
MFG/PRO (ERP)
RECRUITMENT METRICS
RECRUITMENT STRATEGIES
SCHEDULING
SOURCE (GAME ENGINE)
SOURCING
TALENT ACQUISITION
TRACKING SYSTEMS (GEOLOCATION)
Payroll
Problem Solving
Negotiation
Onboarding
Recruitment Operations
Marketing
Mass Recruitment
Planning
Performance Management

Languages

Arabic
Expert
Hindi
Expert
English
Expert
Marathi
Expert

Training and Certifications

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Quality Certification Proftech Leading Institute (Certificate)
Certified Human Resource Specialist CHRS Welingkar Institute of Management (Certificate)
Recruiter Certification Naukrigulf Credential ID AX4960 (Certificate)
Training and Development Skills (Certificate)