Arjun Gangadharrao
@arjungangadharrao
Dedicated Talent Acquisition and Development Specialist with HR expertise.
What I'm looking for
As a dedicated Talent Acquisition and Development Specialist, I bring a wealth of experience in mastering HR situations and implementing effective talent acquisition and learning development policies. My journey began with a B.Com from Bangalore University, and I have since honed my skills in various roles, most recently at IKEA Kuwait. Here, I successfully managed the onboarding process for new hires and developed comprehensive training programs that align individual goals with organizational objectives.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a proactive approach to talent sourcing, achieving a remarkable 90% offer acceptance rate and a 25% increase in employee retention. My expertise in building strong relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders has allowed me to create a robust candidate pipeline, successfully hiring over 500 employees in less than eight months. I am passionate about fostering a strong ethical foundation within organizations and ensuring alignment with core values.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Talent Development Specialist
IKEA Kuwait
Nov 2023 - Present (1 year 6 months)
As a Talent Development Specialist, I designed and implemented training programs, managed onboarding processes, and conducted training needs assessments to align employee development with organizational goals. I facilitated workshops and monitored training effectiveness, ensuring a strong integration of IKEA values and ethical standards.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
IKEA Kuwait
Nov 2022 - Nov 2023 (1 year)
In my role as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, I successfully recruited over 500 employees by utilizing diverse sourcing strategies and maintaining strong relationships with universities and job boards. I achieved a 90% offer acceptance rate and improved employee retention by 25% through effective candidate assessments and targeted advertising.
Recruiter
IKEA India Pvt Ltd
May 2021 - Nov 2022 (1 year 6 months)
Responsible for end-to-end recruitment across various locations, I created an outstanding candidate experience and aligned recruitment strategies with IKEA's core values. I utilized global tools and techniques to attract qualified candidates and maintained talent pools for future hiring needs.
Associate Recruiter
Tesco Bengaluru
Jan 2019 - Oct 2019 (9 months)
Supported the recruitment process by managing offer proposals and confirmations. I built strong relationships with stakeholders to understand hiring needs and utilized market knowledge to attract the right talent through effective sourcing strategies.
Senior Recruiter
Hinduja Global Solutions
Dec 2016 - Jan 2019 (2 years 1 month)
Planned and executed campus hiring strategies, identifying potential colleges and managing recruitment drives. I ensured compliance throughout the recruitment process and successfully sourced qualified applicants through cost-effective methods.
Recruiter
IBM India Pvt Ltd
May 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 7 months)
Managed campus hiring strategies and executed recruitment drives, successfully onboarding over 1000 candidates. I acted as a liaison between IBM and educational institutions, ensuring a smooth recruitment process from sourcing to onboarding.
Senior Recruiter
Allegis
May 2013 - Jan 2014 (8 months)
Led recruitment efforts for various roles, focusing on building relationships with hiring managers and candidates. I utilized advanced sourcing techniques and managed the full recruitment lifecycle to ensure a positive candidate experience.
Order Management Associate
Dell
Feb 2011 - May 2012 (1 year 3 months)
Managed order processing and customer inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment. I collaborated with various departments to streamline processes and improve customer satisfaction.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Bangalore University
Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
2006 - 2009
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree, gaining foundational knowledge in business principles, accounting, and finance, which has been instrumental in my career in Human Resource Management.
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Software and tools used professionally
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