Divya Vermaa

Senior Recruitment Specialist at Xcelyst Partners, a leading recruitment firm based in London, specializing in connecting top talent with high-growth companies. Spearheaded the recruitment process for key technology roles, reducing time-to-fill by 25% through optimized sourcing strategies. Managed end-to-end recruitment cycles, resulting in a 40% increase in qualified candidates for specialized engineering positions. Collaborated with hiring managers to refine job descriptions and candidate profiles, enhancing the quality of hires and improving retention rates by 15%. Implemented innovative recruitment techniques, including leveraging LinkedIn Recruiter and AI-powered tools, to identify and attract passive job seekers. Full-Cycle Recruitment, Talent Sourcing, Stakeholder Management, LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS Systems

Senior Recruitment Specialist at Xcelyst Ltd, a boutique recruitment consultancy in London, focused on placing top-tier professionals in technology and finance sectors. Decreased time-to-fill for senior technology roles by 30% through targeted sourcing strategies and pipeline development. Successfully placed over 70 professionals in key finance positions, exceeding annual placement targets by 20%. Developed and implemented a candidate relationship management (CRM) system, enhancing candidate engagement and improving the overall recruitment process efficiency. Collaborated with hiring managers to define role requirements, leading to a 15% improvement in candidate-job fit. Executive Search, Technical Recruiting, Financial Services Recruitment, Candidate Relationship Management, Stakeholder Alignment

In this role, I oversee the account/client management and team management functions, while also focusing on upskilling team members and implementing innovative technologies to improve client and candidate experiences.

Head of Recruitment at QUETZAL ONLINE PRIVATE LIMITED, a rapidly growing online startup in Mumbai. Responsible for building and scaling the recruitment function to support the company's expansion. Developed and implemented a streamlined recruitment process, reducing the average time-to-hire by 15 days. Successfully recruited and onboarded 20+ new employees across various departments including tech, marketing, and sales within a short 3-month period. Established relationships with key stakeholders to understand hiring needs and develop targeted recruitment strategies. Implemented an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to improve candidate management and streamline the recruitment process. Recruitment Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Stakeholder Management, ATS Implementation, Startup Environment

Acted as an Individual Contributor for Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partner.

Working as an Individual Contributor as Recruiter during my maternity break.

Assistant Manager Human Resources at Prospus, a leading IT services company, responsible for overseeing talent acquisition, HR operations, and employee relations initiatives. Reduced recruitment costs by 15% through the implementation of a direct sourcing strategy and optimized job postings. Improved employee retention rates by 10% by developing and implementing a comprehensive employee engagement program, including training and development opportunities. Streamlined the onboarding process, decreasing time-to-productivity for new hires by 20% through a standardized onboarding checklist and training modules. Managed employee relations, resolving conflicts and ensuring compliance with labor laws, while maintaining a positive and inclusive work environment. Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, HR Operations, Employee Relations, Performance Management

Looking the entire Talent Acquisition activities for IT skills, like Software development (PHP, Jquery, Angular, QA, Wordpress, BA and PMs).

Assistant Manager HR - Talent Acquisition at Carnation Auto India Pvt. Ltd., a prominent player in the automotive service industry, focusing on full-cycle recruitment and talent management. Reduced time-to-fill by 20% by implementing a streamlined recruitment process and optimized job boards, enhancing talent acquisition efficiency. Improved employee retention by 15% through the creation and implementation of employee-friendly HR policies and engagement initiatives. Successfully managed the recruitment and onboarding of 100+ new employees across various departments, supporting the company's growth objectives. Designed and executed a performance management system that aligned individual goals with organizational objectives, enhancing overall productivity. Full-Cycle Recruitment, Talent Management, HR Policies, Performance Management, Employee Engagement

Achievements: Lead Complete HR Operational Setup of Carnation Insurance Broking Division from scratch.

Recruitment Team Lead at PeopleYo! Consulting Services, a staffing firm specializing in connecting skilled professionals with leading companies across various industries. Improved team productivity by 25% by implementing standardized recruitment processes and training programs for new team members. Reduced time-to-fill by 15% by leveraging online job portals, employee referrals, and headhunting strategies, resulting in faster placement rates. Successfully managed full-cycle recruitment for diverse skill sets, filling 100+ positions annually across IT, engineering, and administrative sectors. Enhanced client satisfaction by improving candidate quality, resulting in a 90% placement success rate and repeat business from key clients. Full-Cycle Recruitment, Team Leadership, Talent Sourcing, Stakeholder Management, Client Relationship Management

Achievements : Got promoted as recruitment executive from trainee within a span of 3 months.