Talent Acquisition Manager
IndiGo Airlines
Total years of experience :8 years, 3 Months
As the TA Manager at IndiGo, I am responsible for developing, planning, managing, and overseeing the Talent Acquisition process and strategies for Corporate Functions while adhering to Recruitment Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
Full-cycle recruitment
Implemented data-driven recruiting strategies at Better.com, a leading US Based fintech company, to attract and hire top talent in the industry.
Collaborated with the TA team & cross functional team to optimize the use of Greenhouse ATS and implement best practices for candidate pipeline management, and streamline the recruitment workflow.
Led bi-weekly meetings with Talent Sourcers to enhance their efficiency in sourcing and candidate selection, providing guidance as needed.
Stakeholder management
Collaborated with hiring managers & stakeholders based out in the US and India. This involved understanding of role requirements, fostering open communication, providing regular updates on hiring progress, actively seeking feedback, and continuously refining hiring strategies to optimize outcomes.
Candidate experience
Ensured a seamless and positive candidate experience by guiding candidates through the entire hiring process while sharing timely feedback.
Implemented candidate surveys to gather feedback and improve the overall candidate experience, allowing for continuous enhancements and optimizations.
Accountable for delivering output metrics, including quality of hire, target start dates, new hire attrition rates, and customer satisfaction for assigned Functions.
Owned the end-to-end recruitment life cycle for assigned Functions/Departments, from defining requirements to sourcing, selection, and overseeing onboarding.
Managed external and internal stakeholders throughout the recruitment process.
Assessed candidate competence, cultural fit, and motivation, and presented a pipeline/talent pool to meet business resourcing plans.
Promoted best practice selection using the selection framework, provided coaching to Hiring Managers as needed, and took ultimate responsibility for high-quality hiring decisions.
Managed hiring needs within the following areas: Group Safety & Security (GS&S), Qatar Airways Airport hotels, and Qatar Distribution Company.
Reason for leaving: Impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
During my tenure with MAF, I held a pivotal role in hiring a significant number of staff for existing & new cinema openings & corporate functions in UAE, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, KSA and Qatar, ensuring a diverse and talented workforce was onboarded to support the expansion of the business.
Proactively sourced executives from Hospitality and F&B brands across the MENA, Europe, and East Asia, aligning with MAF's vision.
Closed multiple positions, ranging from junior to senior management levels, through strategic sourcing on platforms like LinkedIn, Bayt, Indeed, Naukri Gulf, Monster Gulf, Gulf Talent, and Caterer Global.
Successfully hired 300+ staff in KSA during H2-2018, conducted overseas recruitment drive to India, Nepal, KSA, & Philippines.
Efficiently conducted fortnightly bulk interviews for 200+ applicants, hiring 20+ candidates for operations entry-level roles.
Simultaneously recruited for corporate functions, filling approx. 5-6 positions monthly across mid-level to senior management.
Proactively fostered relationships with internal stakeholders, including Directors and HOD, conducted weekly TA meetings to share recruitment progress and updates.
Provided weekly and ad hoc recruitment reports to hiring managers, delivering timely updates on hiring progress and insights.
Crafted Interview Assessment Sheets for diverse roles and levels, in alignment with MAF's competency framework.
Played a key role in the Emiratisation strategy by attending career fairs and actively engaging with UAE nationals, contributing to the attraction and retention of local talent.
Promoted internal referral program and emphasized diversity through focused efforts. Recommended, coordinated, and actively participated in hiring events including job fairs, open days, and networking events.
Proactively built high quality talent pool & candidate pipeline to efficiently fill ongoing roles faster, using industry role-mapping techniques.
Periodically developed and maintained the recruitment policy and procedure, ensuring business continuity and process clarity.
Contributed to the preparation and review of grade-wise agreements for SAP SuccessFactors implementation, ensuring seamless integration of talent management processes.
Utilized the Hays evaluation methodology to create and review job descriptions across all levels and departments.
Allocated recruitment channels and candidate attraction strategies to optimize cost per hire, reduce time to hire, and diversify sources of hire.
Provided support in employee transfers, promotions, and headcount planning, monitoring the actual headcount hired against the planned targets.
Conducted over 150 Exit Interviews of departing employees, leveraging valuable insights to address employee turnover and enhance engagement.
As a dedicated recruiter, I spearheaded the end-to-end recruitment process for Alshaya brands, including Health & Beauty, Home Furnishing, and Fashion.
Sourced, screened, and selected exceptional candidates, ensuring a seamless and efficient hiring experience.
Employed my expertise in candidate assessment, I identified top talent and matched them with the right roles, guaranteeing an optimal fit.
Additionally, I maintained strong relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders, collaborating closely to understand their requirements and deliver exceptional results.
Followed recruitment policies, processes, and best practices, delivering results within service level agreements to ensure fairness, effectiveness, and efficiency.
(TEMP CONTRACT) DEPLOYED BY DULSCO LLC
Played a pivotal role in fulfilling new and backfill retail positions in the UAE stores.
Negotiated an impressive volume of approximately 350 salary offers and numerous sign-on bonuses/relocation packages annually across exempt and non-exempt levels.
Coordinated with HR Manager in sourcing, planning, shortlisting, and conducting interviews for potential candidates.
Collaborated with Hiring Managers to create job briefs that align with organizational needs.
Administered aptitude tests to evaluate candidate suitability.
Conducted thorough background checks and security clearances for final shortlisted candidates.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination and communication during onboarding.
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