Sonal Tandon

Fifth Third Bank is a Fortune 500 American financial services firm. Drive seamless recruitment strategies across multiple business units by partnering with hiring managers, HR teams, and University Relations to attract and secure top talent. Key Achievements & Responsibilities: - Lead end-to-end hiring initiatives for Internships, Co-ops, Leadership Programs, and Direct Hires, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. - Collaborate with UR, HC Operations, and business partners to streamline candidate navigation and optimize the recruiting process. - Leverage Workday ATS and sourcing platforms (LinkedIn Recruiter, Dice, Handshake, Simplicity) to identify, engage, and convert top talent. - Develop and maintain trackers and reporting tools to enhance data-driven decision-making and improve operational efficiency. - Elevate candidate experience through transparent communication, timely updates, and personalized support. - Serve as a trusted point of contact for candidates, resolve inquiries, and ensure a positive hiring journey. - Coordinate interviews, manage scheduling, and facilitate clear communication between candidates and hiring teams. - Accelerate hiring decisions by submitting offers promptly and supporting onboarding processes. - Execute operational and administrative tasks, including campus event planning, material preparation, and mailbox management for Campus Relations. - Partner with Recruiting Ops and Onboarding teams to ensure compliance, conduct background checks, and deliver timely onboarding for new hires.

Owned the full recruitment lifecycle for technical and non-technical roles across diverse industries, delivering top talent for contract and permanent positions. Impact & Key Contributions: - Led full-cycle recruiting for roles in Healthcare, Financial Services, Retail, Federal, State, and Manufacturing sectors. - Conducted position briefings and crafted compelling, accurate job postings to attract qualified candidates. - Managed job campaigns end-to-end, including ad placement, evaluation, and performance analysis. - Executed pre-employment activities such as resume screening, phone interviews, and reference checks to validate skills, education, and salary requirements. - Sourced passive and active candidates using advanced techniques: Boolean strings, LinkedIn Recruiter, Dice, Prohire, and ATS platforms. - Built and maintained talent pipelines, fostering strong candidate relationships for future hiring needs. - Applied technical and business insight to match candidates with complex technical requirements. - Optimized workflows through proficient use of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), ensuring compliance and efficiency.

Delivered engaging art lessons and creative workshops for students of all ages. - Designed and implemented curriculum focused on visual arts and creative expression. - Fostered a positive learning environment, encouraging artistic growth and confidence. - Organized exhibitions and showcases to highlight student work and achievements.

Led interactive educational programs combining art and STEM concepts for summer camps. - Developed hands-on projects integrating science, technology, and creativity. - Mentored students to enhance problem-solving, innovation, and artistic skills. - Collaborated with faculty to deliver engaging, multidisciplinary learning experiences.

Served as Lead Designer for home furnishing products for international clients. Directed end-to-end design and production process, from concept development to final delivery. - Partnered with international customers to translate creative discussions into market-ready designs. - Led a team of assistant designers and production supervisors, ensuring timely and quality output. - Collaborated with quality control teams to maintain compliance with client specifications. - Secured major sales orders through innovative design solutions and client relationship management.