Awanthi Jayarathna
@awanthijayarathna
Experienced Recruiter with a passion for strategic talent acquisition.
What I'm looking for
Experienced HR professional with over 10 years of expertise in recruitment, talent acquisition for technical and non technical roles, and organizational development. Recognized for driving corporate excellence through strategic HR initiatives, yielding tangible outcomes such as building a Tech team in a startup company to develop a leading Mobility app in Sri Lanka. Proven ability to nurture robust relationships with candidates and stakeholders, fostering an inclusive work environment conducive to growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Recruitment Specialist / Headhunter
Recruit4work
Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)
As a Recruitment Specialist, I identify and screen candidates across the EU, ensuring alignment with client needs. I develop communication tools to enhance candidate engagement and optimize recruitment outreach efforts.
Assistant Manager, Talent Acquisition and Resourcing
London Stock Exchange Group
Oct 2022 - Jun 2024 (1 year 8 months)
Collaborated with global hiring managers to implement recruitment strategies, enhancing applicant quality by 60% and diversity by 30%. Managed the recruitment lifecycle for 40+ openings and improved employer branding on social media.
Assistant Manager – Human Resources
Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
Sep 2019 - Sep 2022 (3 years)
Developed talent acquisition strategies, reducing time to hire to under 45 days. Launched early careers programs and led employer branding initiatives, achieving a hiring manager satisfaction rate above 75%.
Senior HR Executive
D F N Technology (Pvt.) Ltd
Oct 2016 - Aug 2019 (2 years 10 months)
Managed HR functions, focusing on recruitment and employee engagement. Developed strategies to enhance the recruitment process and improve employee retention.
HR Executive
CMA CGM Shared Service Sri Lanka
Mar 2015 - Nov 2016 (1 year 8 months)
Supported HR operations, focusing on recruitment and employee relations. Assisted in developing HR policies and procedures.
HR Executive
Jinasena Innovation and Technology Institute
Apr 2014 - Apr 2015 (11 months)
Conducted recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring compliance with HR policies. Assisted in employee training and development initiatives.
HR Trainee
Pearson Lanka Private Limited
Jul 2013 - Apr 2014 (9 months)
Assisted in various HR functions, including recruitment and employee administration. Gained foundational knowledge in HR practices.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Hamburger Volkshochschule (VHS)
Intensive German language course, Language Studies
Currently enrolled in an intensive German language course to enhance language proficiency and communication skills.
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
2019 - 2021
Completed a Master of Business Administration with a focus on general management principles, enhancing skills in strategic thinking, leadership, and business operations.
University of Colombo
BBA. Special Degree in HRM, Human Resource Management
2009 - 2014
Pursued a Special Degree in Human Resource Management, gaining comprehensive knowledge in HR practices, organizational behavior, and talent management.
Chartered Institute of Personal Management SL
Certificate, Human Resource Management
Completed a certificate program in personal management, focusing on HR practices and professional development in the field.
Institute of Chartered Accountants Sri Lanka
CAB 2 Level, Accounting
Completed CAB 2 Level in Chartered Accountancy, gaining foundational knowledge in accounting principles and practices.
Association of Accounting Technicians Sri Lanka
Qualified AAT, Accounting
Qualified as an AAT, demonstrating proficiency in accounting and finance management.
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Availability
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