Swathi Neelakantam
Celina,TX
Summary
Dynamic Senior Human Resources Manager at Keyutech with a proven track record in enhancing recruitment processes and increasing employee engagement by 25%. Expert in HRIS management and employee relations, driving organizational efficiency through innovative training programs and compliance adherence. Adept at developing talent acquisition strategies that align with business objectives. Seasoned Senior Human Resources Manager with in-depth knowledge of HR principles and a proven track record in building strong employee relations. Strengths include recruiting top-tier talent, developing effective training programs, and implementing strategic HR policies. Skilled at leveraging data-driven insights to improve workforce management and boost company productivity. Demonstrated success in fostering positive work environments and enhancing overall employee morale.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Human Resources Manager
Keyutech
Remote
02.2019 - Current
- Spearhead HR consulting and full-cycle talent acquisition strategies, enhancing recruitment processes
- Manage onboarding programs, ensuring seamless transition for new hires
- Lead compensation and benefits discussions, ensuring competitive offerings for employees
- Oversee payroll processing, time tracking, and compliance with federal and state laws
- Implement health and leave benefits programs, ensuring employees receive the best support
- Ensure adherence to HR compliance policies, driving organizational efficiency
- Manage H-1B registration processes and oversee compliance with visa processing regulations
- Supervise background verification processes to ensure compliance and security
- Develop and execute onboarding and training programs to enhance workforce productivity
- Oversee vendor management, invoice processing, tax filing (1099, W2), and payroll setup for employees
- Reduced recruitment cycle time by 30%, enhancing talent acquisition efficiency
- Implemented new payroll system serving 500+ employees, improving accuracy by 20%
- Increased employee engagement by 25% through innovative training programs
- Successfully managed HR compliance, reducing audit issues by 50%
- Handled sensitive employee and company information with highest level of confidentiality and discretion.
- Reported on workplace health and safety compliance to superiors.
- Supported top talent identification processes by interviewing candidates and executing onboarding, orientation, and benefits processes.
- Led the implementation of a new HRIS system to improve data collection efficiency.
- Advised leadership on vacation and sick time, benefits, job services and employment discrepancies.
- Managed full-cycle human resource operational activities to maximize HR employee performance.
- Recruited new employees and built relationships, driving visibility.
- Worked with department managers to establish performance evaluation and improvement processes.
- Monitored payroll processing functions in order to ensure accurate payment of wages.
- Held exit interviews and documented information discussed with employees.
- Used data and analytics to improve company processes for recruitment, selection and onboarding.
- Created and implemented employee retention strategies.
- Performed routine audits of personnel files to ensure compliance with labor regulations.
- Identified training needs and oversaw specialty workshops.
- Established paths for employee promotion and development, as well as clear succession plans for key positions.
- Scheduled meetings with employees to address concerns and grievances.
- Advised leadership and personnel on driving HR policies, union negotiations, and business strategy implementation.
- Achieved desired work environment and performance by proactively advising and guiding employees on best practices and overseeing HR training.
- Designed compensation plans that aligned with company objectives and budget constraints.
- Participated in professional networks to stay abreast of changes in human resources management techniques.
- Developed and implemented Human Resources policies, procedures, and programs.
- Managed employee relations issues such as grievances, performance management, disciplinary actions and terminations.
- Helped with employee transfers and referrals.
- Coordinated training sessions for staff members in areas such as diversity awareness, customer service skills, harassment prevention.
- Analyzed current benefits packages and recommended improvements to ensure competitive offerings for employees.
- Reviewed job descriptions for accuracy and relevance to changing roles within the company.
- Aligned HR policies with federal and local regulations.
- Encouraged open communications, promoting positive and pro-employee work environment.
- Developed hiring and recruitment policies to drive transparent and fair hiring process for selecting candidates on basis of merit and relevance with job.
Administrative Specialist
Safari Kids Learning Center
Sunnyvale, USA
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed student registration, tuition processing, and payroll administration
- Provided licensing support and financial assistance guidance to streamline operations
- Assisted in onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring smooth transitions
- Coordinated training sessions to enhance staff skill development
Administrative Specialist
Syln Junior College
Nalgonda, India
07.2010 - 03.2013
- Supervised faculty administration, payroll processing, and financial aid distribution
- Led talent acquisition efforts, successfully hiring and managing academic professionals
- Oversaw campus operations, ensuring smooth administrative processes
- Conducted background verification and compliance checks for new hires
- Assisted in compensation planning and employee training initiatives
Education
Course Title - Early Childhood Education and Teaching
De Anza College
Cupertino01.2018
Master's Degree - Biology/Biological Sciences
Osmania University
Hyderabad01.2010
Skills
- ADP
- ATS
- Google Workspace
- HRIS
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Power Point
- Microsoft Word
- ServiceNow
- Training Programs
- Payroll
- Talent acquisition
- Employee onboarding
- Performance management
- Data analysis
- HR compliance
- Team collaboration
- Training development
- Compensation planning
- Workforce planning
- Labor relations
- Background checks
- Employment branding
- Employee relations
- Organizational development
- Labor law compliance
- Exit interviews
- Recruitment strategy
- HR policies and procedures
- Recruitment strategies
- Diversity and inclusion
- Compensation design
- Payroll management
- HR analytics
- Equal employment laws
- Retention strategies
- HRIS management
- Policy development
- Succession planning
- Employee engagement
- Onboarding and orientation
- Compensation structuring
- Internal communications
- Human resources operations
- HR leadership
- Post-hire check-ins
- Policy enforcement
- Payroll coordination
- Employee support
- Recruitment
- Staffing and recruiting professional
- Microsoft office and docusign
- Performance assessment
- Contract negotiation
- Employee morale management
- New employee orientation
- Legal compliance
- Online position posting
- Talent management
- Staffing optimization
- Job analysis
- Compliance
- Compensation and benefits
- Microsoft office proficiency
- Workforce improvements
- Recruitment and hiring
- Staff compensation
- Staff management
- Performance appraisal
- Recruitment oversight
- Employee retention
- Training and mentoring
- Leadership development
Languages
- English, Advanced
- Telugu, Advanced
Personal Information
Title: Senior Human Resources Manager
Certification
Gen AI
Timeline
Senior Human Resources Manager
Keyutech
02.2019 - Current
Administrative Specialist
Safari Kids Learning Center
01.2018 - 01.2019
Administrative Specialist
Syln Junior College
07.2010 - 03.2013
Course Title - Early Childhood Education and Teaching
De Anza College
Master's Degree - Biology/Biological Sciences
Osmania University
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