Richard Yves Valdez

• Functioned as the strategic point of contact for end-to-end recruitment operations, including job analysis,
sourcing, competency-based interviewing, offer negotiation, onboarding, and backfilling, anchored by data
analytics to ensure alignment with organizational and client requirements.
• Designed and implemented recruitment dashboards using data tools (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets, or Power BI)
to track time-to-hire, source effectiveness, candidate funnel ratios, and placement success, driving evidence
based improvements in hiring decisions.
• Led project-based recruitment initiatives by conducting gap analysis and trend analysis on historical hiring
data, enabling tailored sourcing and interview strategies that improved candidate quality and time-to-fill
KPIs.
• Partnered with management to audit and refine recruitment workflows; applied process improvement
strategies to identify inefficiencies, resulting in faster cycle times and improved recruiter-to-hire ratios.
• Leveraged data-driven insights from sourcing metrics and conversion analytics to optimize the use of
platforms such as LinkedIn, Naukrigulf, Indeed, Bayt.com, WhatsApp groups, and internal referrals,
enhancing candidate reach and diversity.
• Evaluated candidate profiles to ensure technical and cultural alignment; post-hire analysis was conducted to
measure fit and retention outcomes.
• Presented recruitment performance reports with actionable insights to the management on a regular basis,
influencing strategic workforce planning and the continuous improvement of TA policies and practices.
• Strengthened employer branding by analyzing candidate experience feedback and implementing
improvements to pre-boarding communication, response timelines, and onboarding transitions.
Onboarding & Mobilization:
• Coordinated end-to-end onboarding and mobilization activities by managing data across visa processing,
work permit applications, and travel arrangements, ensuring compliance with Qatar Labor Law and
immigration policies.
• Maintained and analyzed mobilization schedules using structured trackers and visual reports to align
workforce movements with project milestones, minimizing delays and improving site readiness.
• Conducted analysis of mobilization timelines and documentation bottlenecks, partnering with PROs and
internal teams to revise standard operating procedures for faster clearance and document turnaround.
• Used historical mobilization data to forecast workforce movement trends and proactively address resource
allocation issues, presenting findings to HR and operations leads for cross-departmental planning.
• Supported continuous improvement of mobilization policies by tracking SLA adherence, visa rejection trends,
and onboarding feedback to identify areas for policy revision and enhanced compliance.
• Produced and delivered executive-level reports combining recruitment and mobilization data, integrating
insights from multiple sources to support data-driven decision-making across HR, Operations, and Project
Management.

Talent Acquisition:
• Developed and executed comprehensive recruitment strategies for technical and functional roles across the MENA region, using applicant reviews, direct sourcing, referrals, social media, and professional communities.
• Led end-to-end recruitment processes, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding, ensuring the effective hiring of candidates.
• Collaborated with department heads to assess staffing needs and designed tailored job descriptions for various roles.
• Ensured candidates had a seamless recruitment experience, reinforcing the company’s reputation as an employer of choice.
• Supported employer branding efforts to boost the companys visibility and attractiveness to potential hires.

Mobilization:
• Managed the full mobilization and demobilization process for employees, coordinating travel logistics and ensuring timely deployment to site locations.
• Oversaw the visa processing and document legalization process in collaboration with Public Relations Officers (PROs), ensuring compliance with local regulations.
• Handled demobilization by managing exit documentation, travel arrangements, and ensuring alignment with company policies and legal requirements.
• Tracked and maintained detailed mobilization schedules, ensuring efficient workforce planning in line with project demands.

Human Resources Management:
• Assisted the HR Director in developing HR policies and programs aligned with organizational objectives, ensuring legal compliance with local labor laws.
• Supported performance management by assisting in goal setting, conducting performance appraisals, and identifying employee development opportunities.
• Contributed to workforce planning initiatives, including succession planning and talent management to ensure the organization’s long-term readiness and sustainability.
• Led employee engagement programs to foster a positive and productive work environment, ensuring a high level of employee satisfaction and retention.

Cross-trained for vFairs (virtual events platform of Bayt.com) who serves as the primary coordinating person of our clients to our internal developers with respect to building and customizing their virtual platforms
Highlights: Managed 12-16 events on a monthly basis and successfully retain 75% of first-time clients

• Served as the primary contact for generating leads and building relationship with clients to expand Bayt’s market share.
• Gathered market information on recruitment needs and formulated strategies to communicate them to potential clients.
• Reached out to companies via phone to schedule meetings for account managers.
• Monitored news and ads for hiring companies and initiated contact to discuss their recruitment needs and our services.

Handled emails and calls of incoming service requests (storage, shredding, and documentation) from the clients of the biggest storage and shredding company in the US. Highlight: Received high NPS for 4 consecutive months which leads for me to be selected as part of the Team Lead Trainee pool

• Conducted end-to-end technical recruitment for a staffing group (RPO), fulfilling IT professional requirements for US-based clients in the entertainment industry.
• Identified and submitted qualified candidates to Client Hiring Managers based on job descriptions within a high-volume recruiting environment.
• Collaborated with hiring departments to understand department culture and position requirements, including necessary skills and background.
• Developed and implemented sourcing strategies using various resources and creative research.
• Created enticing, compliant job postings across multiple job portals.
• Maximized candidate pipelines through targeted advertising, direct sourcing, and networking.
Highlight: placement amounting to x3 of salary on a monthly basis including an x5 for 3 different months

• Handled in-bound calls from customers and answered their queries, provided information they needed about the product and assisted them in navigating client’s website including basic troubleshooting
• Assisted the customers on their concerns that are outside of our expertise by coordinating with different departments based on their queries
• Gave notifications to customers on product upgrades, promos and updates

Highlight: Received a total of 3 “Top Agent of the month” awards given to CS agents who achieved the highest scores based on the metrics set by the management