Reetika Arora
Indian Land,SC
Summary
Seasoned Human Resources and Talent Acquisition Consultant with 8+ years of experience in recruiting and talent management across manufacturing, technology, banking, healthcare, hospitality, and tourism sectors. Expertise in driving full-cycle recruitment, building diverse pipelines, and reducing cycle times while aligning hiring strategies with business objectives. Proven ability to source, screen, and onboard top talent for both technical and non-technical roles, with a strong background in utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) like ICIMS, Taleo, SAP SuccessFactors, and Paylocity. Passionate about fostering an inclusive and engaging workplace culture that drives organizational success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Talent Acquisition/HR Consultant
Adept HRM Solutions
04.2024 - Current
- Provided consultative recruitment support for small business owners and executives across NC/SC, advising on team development and hiring strategies
- Managed the full-cycle recruitment process, filling 20+ requisitions in just two months for a diverse range of roles
- Sourced candidates through job boards, GitHub, GEM, and referrals, ensuring a diverse talent pipeline for clients
- Supported the implementation of Bullhorn ATS to streamline the recruitment process
Senior Recruitment Partner (Digital Transformation)
Hanes Brands Inc.
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Led recruitment for key roles in technology, sales & marketing, and corporate value streams, driving talent acquisition efforts for a successful SAP HANA implementation
- Reduced time-to-fill (CTF) from 75 to 40 days by optimizing sourcing strategies (LinkedIn, database mining, referrals) and implementing proactive recruitment techniques
- Decreased agency utilization by maintaining a robust internal talent pipeline and leveraging an internal referral program
- Managed the recruitment of software engineers, machine learning experts, data scientists, and other technical roles, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
- Worked closely with hiring managers to refine job descriptions, conduct interviews, and negotiate compensation packages
- Utilized ICIMS and SAP SuccessFactors for reporting and tracking recruitment data, ensuring data integrity and aligning hiring strategies with business objectives
- Actively participated in diversity recruitment initiatives, helping achieve key diversity hiring goals
Recruitment Partner
Artech LLC
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Partnered with clients in banking, IT, healthcare, and manufacturing to recruit top talent for technical and professional roles
- Sourced and engaged candidates using social media platforms, closing bulk hiring requirements for prominent clients
- Specialized in technical and financial recruiting, managing high-volume hiring for roles requiring specialized skills
- Negotiated competitive salary packages with candidates, resulting in successful offers and acceptances.
Global Recruiter
Royal Caribbean Manning Company
04.2018 - 08.2018
- Set up and stabilized the recruitment function for Royal Caribbean India within 5 months, managing hiring for both technical and non-technical roles across cruise ships
- Coordinated with management across Asia to forecast and fulfill hiring needs for the year
- Negotiated advanced compensation packages and handled sensitive, confidential recruitment data
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Worked alongside global business leader to deploy new training strategies.
Assistant Manager HR
Marriott International
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Managed full-cycle recruitment for hotel management, hiring department heads and key leadership roles within 60 days
- Developed and implemented internal mobility strategies, enhancing employee retention and career development
- Conducted compensation reviews and performance assessments, ensuring compliance with industry standards
- Maintained detailed records of employee data securely, safeguarding sensitive information from unauthorized access or disclosure.
- Assisted in the management of payroll functions to ensure accurate compensation distribution across all departments.
Assistant Manager HR
Hilton Hotels Corporation
07.2016 - 09.2017
- Directed local recruitment efforts for both long-term and seasonal positions, enhancing team effectiveness and employee retention
- Led onboarding and training programs, fostering a positive workplace culture and high employee satisfaction
- Enhanced communication between management and employees to improve workflows and job satisfaction
- Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
HR Officer
Hyatt Hotels Corporation
11.2011 - 07.2016
- Coordinated talent acquisition strategies, focusing on sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates in a high-volume environment
- Developed employee wellness programs and ensured compliance with HR policies and legal regulations
- Streamlined the onboarding process, improving new hire integration and overall satisfaction
- Ensured compliance with labor laws and regulations through diligent review of company practices and policies.
- Assisted in workforce planning efforts by analyzing staffing needs based on organizational goals and growth projections.
Education
MBA - Human Resources Management
Punjab Technical University
India 05-2011
Skills
- Full-Cycle Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
- Technical Recruitment (SAP HANA, Data Science, Engineering)
- Sourcing & Candidate Engagement
- Recruitment Process Optimization
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiatives
- ATS & HRIS Expertise (ICIMS, Taleo, SAP SuccessFactors, Greenhouse)
- Data-Driven Recruiting & Reporting
- Strategic Workforce Planning
- Change Management & Onboarding
- Vendor & Stakeholder Management
Certification
- SPHR - HRCI
- Strategic Human Resources Leadership Certificate - eCornell
Timeline
Talent Acquisition/HR Consultant
Adept HRM Solutions
04.2024 - Current
Senior Recruitment Partner (Digital Transformation)
Hanes Brands Inc.
03.2022 - 09.2023
Recruitment Partner
Artech LLC
11.2021 - 03.2022
Global Recruiter
Royal Caribbean Manning Company
04.2018 - 08.2018
Assistant Manager HR
Marriott International
10.2017 - 03.2018
Assistant Manager HR
Hilton Hotels Corporation
07.2016 - 09.2017
HR Officer
Hyatt Hotels Corporation
11.2011 - 07.2016
- SPHR - HRCI
- Strategic Human Resources Leadership Certificate - eCornell
MBA - Human Resources Management
Punjab Technical University
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