Saumya Singh

Associate - HR Operations Advisor @ Microsoft

About

I’m an HR professional with 2+ years of experience across Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, and Employer Branding—known for building scalable hiring processes and improving candidate experience.In my previous role at a recruitment firm, I managed end-to-end hiring across technical, non-technical, and leadership roles. I played a key role in scaling the workforce from 45 to 110 employees, while reducing time-to-hire by 33% using data-driven recruitment strategies and ATS optimization.Beyond hiring, I have hands-on experience in HR operations including onboarding, employee engagement, grievance handling, and performance support—ensuring smooth employee lifecycle management.More recently, I transitioned into a Marketing & Operations role where I combined HR understanding with business strategy—working on government tenders, stakeholder coordination, and LinkedIn campaigns that improved employer brand visibility by 45% and increased candidate engagement by 60%.🔹 Key Strengths:• End-to-End Talent Acquisition (Entry to Leadership Hiring)• HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Management• Employer Branding & Recruitment Marketing• Stakeholder Management & Cross-functional Coordination• HR Analytics & Process ImprovementI bring a unique blend of HR + business + marketing perspective, allowing me to not just hire talent—but attract and engage the right talent effectively.Currently, I’m seeking opportunities in HR Operations, HR Generalist, Talent Acquisition, or Employer Branding roles where I can contribute to building high-performing teams and strong people practices.📍 Based in Hyderabad | Immediate Joiner📩 Open to connecting with recruiters and professionals in the HR space.

Country

India

City

Greater Hyderabad Area

Industry

Defense & Space

Skill

HR Operations, Marketing Event Planning, Content Management, Content Marketing, Consumer Branding, Communication, Product Marketing, Merchandising Strategies, Event Management, Event Planning, Corporate Events, Fashion Shows, Sponsorship Management, Sponsorship Generation, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Strategic Public Relations Planning, Venue Management, Venue Scouting, MCEE

Experience

Associate - HR Operations Advisor

Microsoft

2026-6 - Present · 4 mos

Hyderabad

Via Ziniosedge

Marketing Executive

Tractrix Opto Dynamics

2025-4 - 2025-11 · 8 mos

Hyderabad

Reported directly to the Unit Head – Defence and collaborated with cross-functional teams on strategic operational initiatives within defense projects. Managed end-to-end GeM tender operations including bid coordination, stakeholder communication, proposal documentation, and submission tracking. Coordinated with internal teams, vendors, and external stakeholders to improve operational workflows and ensure timely project execution. Supported organizational process improvement initiatives by streamlining coordination and reducing operational delays. Collaborated with finance and business teams to resolve invoicing and payment processes, supporting operational continuity. Supported AS9100 certification readiness through documentation coordination and compliance-related activities. Delivered presentations and business updates to senior stakeholders, strengthening professional communication and stakeholder management capabilities. Assisted HR teams in hiring coordination, onboarding support, and workforce alignment for project-based technical hiring requirements. Executed LinkedIn employer branding initiatives to improve organizational visibility and candidate engagement.

Talent Acquisition Consultant

Peepal Consulting

2023-8 - 2025-1 · 1 yr 6 mos

Bengaluru

At Peepal Consulting, partnered directly with the COO and business leaders to drive end-to-end talent acquisition, HR operations, and workforce planning across 4+ business verticals. Managed full-cycle recruitment for 40+ positions across HR, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Business Development functions, including successful closure of leadership mandates such as VP–Talent Acquisition and Business Development Lead, contributing to a ~30% improvement in hiring velocity. Led and mentored a 12-member recruitment team, improving hiring efficiency through structured performance reviews and operational planning. Conducted Learning & Development sessions focused on HR processes, communication, and interview readiness while supporting performance management cycles, employee feedback discussions, and PIP coordination. Assisted in payroll management for 50+ employees using GreytHR and QuickBooks, ensuring timely and error-free payroll operations. Managed onboarding, induction, employee engagement initiatives, rewards & recognition programs, grievance handling, and exit management while supporting positive employee relations and workplace culture. Acted as the primary HR point of contact for stakeholders across multiple departments, handling vendor management, HR operations, office administration, and compliance coordination. Additionally, executed campus hiring and bulk recruitment drives, maintained ATS-driven hiring dashboards and recruitment analytics, and contributed to process improvement initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency, employee experience, and hiring effectiveness.

Corporate HR Intern

Asiana Tech

2022-7 - 2022-9 · 3 mos

Nasik, Maharashtra, India

Facilitated the full - time recruitment cycle for a Social Media Manager Position, resulting in the hire of 8 candidates Organized and led weekly intern meetings Drafted Job description for specific job roles Adjusted to flexible work hours, resulting in effective results.