Riona Dsouza

Key Responsibilities: 50% Tech Talent Acquisition: ~Lead end-to-end recruitment for technical, functional and support roles, including Software Developers, Product Managers, Data Engineers, and other technology positions. ~Create and execute tailored strategies to attract & head hunt top talent through job portals (like LinkedIn) and employee referrals. ~Evaluate candidates effectively through technical screenings, behavioral assessments, and competency-based interviewing techniques. ~Partner with hiring managers and department heads to align recruitment efforts with technical skill needs and business goals. ~Use tools like Keka to track and report recruitment metrics such as time-to-hire and quality of hire, leveraging insights to refine hiring processes. ~Build a strong employer brand within the tech community through campus hiring programs, hackathons, and other talent initiatives. 50% HR Operations: ~Manage core HR processes such as payroll, attendance, performance management, and compliance using Keka or similar HRIS systems. ~Onboard new employees, providing a smooth integration into the organization with a focus on engaging and retaining top talent. ~Drive employee engagement initiatives, including town halls, team-building activities, learning sessions, and feedback mechanisms. ~Facilitate regular performance reviews, competency mapping, and development plans to enhance technical and leadership capabilities. ~Act as a trusted advisor for employees, fostering an environment of trust and collaboration while resolving HR-related queries and concerns. ~Ensure HR policies and practices are updated and compliant with local labor laws and organizational objectives.

I've been freelancing for events for almost 8 years now. During this span, I've collaborated with brands like Gartner, Reebok, Adobe, Hip Hop, Thomas cook, etc,. I also recently managed the VIP boxes for the Indian Premier League (IPL) in the year 2023.

Key Responsibilities: • Execute end-to-end recruitment processes, from defining job requirements and candidate sourcing to conducting interviews and facilitating the selection and onboarding of qualified candidates. • Prepare HR-related documents such as offer letters, contracts, and other employment-related paperwork. • Working on Spine software for all HR related functions. • Develop, review and update HR policies and procedures in alignment with changing organizational needs and compliance requirements. • Manage attendance and leave policies. • Ensure adherence to labour laws like PF/ESIC/MLWF, government regulations, etc. • Maintain accurate employee records, generate reports, and provide insights for decision-making. • Assist with budget monitoring and payroll. • Serve as a point of contact for employees to express concerns, grievances, or conflicts. • Conduct employee engagement activities that contribute to a positive workplace culture. • Handle sensitive HR and administrative matters with confidentiality and professionalism. • Oversee office facilities, manage vendor relationships, and ensure a conducive working environment.

Key responsibilities: • Actively using portals and online platforms for spotting the best talent in the market. • Posting jobs on Zoho recruit to hire quality candidates. • Hire the best talent for freelance editing roles across geographies, mainly native English speaking countries. • Handle complete recruitment lifecycle of freelancers. • Maintain a pool of potential freelancers through active market research and other effective avenues. • Freelancer relationship management post induction into the system.

Key responsibilities:  Coordinating Induction Sessions: Proficiently organized and facilitated induction sessions to ensure a seamless on boarding process for new hires.  On boarding Documentation: Skilfully managed the creation and maintenance of comprehensive on boarding documentation.  Collecting and Verifying Documents: Collected and verified all essential HR documents to maintain compliance and accuracy in personnel records

I was a private home tutor for students starting from nursery to 8th grade for all subjects.