Praveen B R
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Irvine,CA
Summary
Experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist specializing in full-cycle recruiting across Tech, Finance, Healthcare, Life Sciences, and Legal industries. Skilled in building high-performing teams, optimizing hiring strategies, and ensuring a great candidate experience.
At Platinum, I lead strategic hiring initiatives. Previously, at Amazon, I managed a 30-member team recruiting top engineers. With a strong background at Kelly and Atos, I’ve scaled recruitment operations and built successful hiring frameworks.
Passionate about hiring, leadership, and talent strategy, I help businesses find the right people to grow and succeed.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Lead
Platinum Resource
Los Angeles, California
01.2020 - Current
- Developing and executing innovative strategies to attract and recruit top talent across various channels
- Leading the full-cycle recruitment process, from sourcing and screening candidates to conducting interviews and extending job offers
- Take part in client intake calls, working alongside the business development and account management teams to grasp staffing needs and requirements for various positions
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with candidates, ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey
- Utilizing recruitment tools and technology to streamline processes and enhance efficiency
- Providing guidance and support to junior team members, fostering their professional development within the talent acquisition function
- Monitoring and analyzing recruitment metrics to assess the effectiveness of strategies and make data-driven decisions
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- Keeping abreast of industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition, continuously improving recruitment processes to stay competitive in the market.
Recruiting Manager
Kelly
Troy, Michigan
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Spearheaded the recruitment and establishment of 5 dynamic pods, each comprising a dedicated team of 2 to 6 proficient sourcers and recruiters
- Focused efforts on supporting Kelly’s clients in the IT, Engineering, Finance and Life Sciences sectors, encompassing esteemed organizations such as
- Intel, Citi, BDO, J&J, Neutrogena, Baxter, among others
- Played a pivotal role in setting up the infrastructure and operational framework for these pods, ensuring seamless collaboration and optimal performance in delivering top-tier talent to meet client needs
- Leveraged a deep understanding of the intricacies within the IT, Engineering, and Life Sciences domains to tailor recruitment strategies and sourcing methodologies, effectively aligning with the unique requirements of each client
- Fostered a culture of excellence and teamwork within each pod, facilitating ongoing training, mentorship, and support to empower team members in achieving recruitment objectives and surpassing client expectations
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- Acted as a liaison between Kelly's organization and its prestigious clients, cultivating strong relationships and fostering trust through consistent delivery of high-quality talent solutions tailored to their specific industry demands.
Talent Acquisition Manager
Atos
Houston, Texas
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Initiated and led the formation of the Talent Acquisition team in India, serving as the founding member to cater to the needs of Atos Origin & Siemens offices and esteemed clients like P&G, JPMC, and S&P
- Orchestrated the expansion of the team, overseeing its growth to encompass up to 5 skilled recruiters
- Played a pivotal role in facilitating various technical hires, addressing critical staffing requirements for the Atos Data Centre in Arlington, TX, Application
- Consulting division in Cincinnati, OH, and ERP Consulting division in Houston
- TX
- Thrived in a high-pressure setting, efficiently managing over 10 to 15 open positions concurrently, with a notable achievement of filling 2 to 3 roles per week, showcasing remarkable adaptability and efficacy in recruitment endeavours
- Collaborated closely with hiring managers and stakeholders to understand specific role requirements, develop tailored recruitment strategies, and execute targeted sourcing initiatives to attract qualified candidates
- Employed a variety of recruitment methods, including direct sourcing, networking, referrals, and job postings, to build robust candidate pipelines and ensure a steady flow of high-calibre talent
- Provided timely and insightful feedback to candidates throughout the recruitment process, fostering positive candidate experiences and enhancing the employer brand reputation of Atos and its clients in the competitive talent market
- Maintained meticulous records and documentation of candidate interactions, interview feedback, and hiring decisions, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
Talent Acquisition Manager
Amazon
Seattle, Washington
01.2016 - 01.2004
- Oversaw a 30-member team tasked with recruiting Software Engineers (SDE-I, SDE-II, SDE-III, and Principals) for key divisions including Amazon
- Search, Amazon Business, and Amazon Alexa
- Provided guidance, coaching, and motivation to team members, fostering their professional development and maximizing their potential
- Acted as a mentor, offering valuable insights and support to help team members enhance their skills, overcome challenges, and achieve their goals
- Cultivated a collaborative and inclusive team culture, promoting open communication, knowledge sharing, and a shared commitment to excellence
- Implemented strategies to optimize team performance and productivity, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives
- Leveraged leadership skills to inspire and empower team members, driving engagement and fostering a positive work environment conducive to success.
Skills
Talent acquisition
Full Life Cycle Recruiting
Sourcing
Cold Calling
Recruitment
Talent pipeline building
Passive candidate engagement
Social media recruiting
Recruitment analytics
Candidate experience
Applicant tracking systems
Salary and benefits negotiations
Candidate pipeline management
Global recruitment
Talent management
Contract negotiation
Education
MBA - Human Resources
Sikkim Manipal University
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceTimeline
Talent Acquisition Lead
Platinum Resource
01.2020 - Current
Talent Acquisition Manager
Amazon
01.2016 - 01.2004
Recruiting Manager
Kelly
01.2014 - 01.2016
Talent Acquisition Manager
Atos
01.2006 - 01.2014
MBA - Human Resources
Sikkim Manipal University
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