Drashti Shah
HR Specialist
Navi Mumbai
Summary
Results-driven HR professional with 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition, HR operations, employee engagement, and compliance. Adept at streamlining HR processes, fostering a positive work culture, and aligning HR strategies with business objectives. Strong expertise in performance management, learning & development, and HR business partnering, ensuring seamless HR functions in dynamic corporate environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
HR Specialist
Axe Finance
04.2024 - Current
- Managed all HR functions for the Mumbai office, overseeing a team of 20 employees.
- Led end-to-end HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, payroll, compliance, and offboarding.
- Successfully implemented company-wide compliance by drafting and aligning policies with Indian labor laws.
- Designed and implemented a competency framework, including job descriptions, technical competency mapping, and core competency development for each role.
- Served as an HR Business Partner, collaborating with leadership to align HR strategies with business goals.
- Fostered employee engagement through structured initiatives, including training programs, team-building activities, and feedback mechanisms.
HR OPERATIONS EXECUTIVE
General Mills India Pvt Ltd
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Streamlined HR processes to boost operational efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with labor laws and maintained HR policies.
- Managed seamless onboarding and offboarding processes, including orientation and exit interviews.
- Led HRIS implementation, enhancing data management and reporting.
- Designed and facilitated employee training and development programs.
- Administered benefits programs and performance management systems.
EXECUTIVE (HR & RECRUITMENT)
SmartStream Technologies India Pvt Ltd
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed and executed recruitment strategies, improving hiring efficiency.
- Built strong relationships with hiring managers to align hiring needs with business objectives.
- Implemented innovative sourcing techniques to diversify the candidate pipeline.
- Led employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive work culture.
- Provided HR guidance to ensure compliance with labor laws and HR best practices
TALENT ACQUISITION MANAGER
TechnoScience
04.2020 - 05.2022
- Developed and executed comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to attract, identify, and hire top-tier candidates, and increase in qualified hires
- Utilized innovative sourcing techniques such as social media recruiting, employee referrals, and networking events to expand candidate pipelines and enhance diversity initiatives
- Established and maintained strong relationships with hiring managers and key stakeholders to understand staffing needs and align recruitment efforts with business objectives
- Led a team of recruiters, providing guidance, mentoring, and coaching to optimize performance and achieve recruitment goals
- Conducted thorough candidate assessments, including competency-based interviews and skills assessments, to ensure the selection of candidates who align with organizational values and culture
- Implemented applicant tracking system (ATS) to streamline recruitment processes, track candidate progress, and generate reports for management review
- Collaborated with marketing and communications teams to develop employer branding initiatives and enhance the company's reputation as an employer of choice
- Provided leadership and expertise on HR policies, procedures, and best practices, ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations
- Utilized HR analytics and metrics to track recruitment performance, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions to optimize recruitment processes
HR RECRUITER
SAP Brothers
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
- Utilized various sourcing methods, including job boards, social media, and networking.
- Maintained ATS for tracking candidates and generating hiring reports.
- Assisted with onboarding and ensured compliance with employment regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Jai Hind College
01.2019 - 12.2019
PGDM - HRM
NMIMS
01.2021 - 12.2021
Skills
- Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Strategy
- HR Operations & Compliance
- Performance Management
- Learning & Development
- Employee Engagement
- Payroll & Benefits Administration
- HR Policies
- Competency Framework Development
- Employer Branding
- HR Analytics & Data-driven Decision Making
- Labor Laws & Regulatory Compliance
- HRIS & ATS Management (Workday, Salesforce, Oorwin)
Timeline
HR Specialist
Axe Finance
04.2024 - Current
HR OPERATIONS EXECUTIVE
General Mills India Pvt Ltd
06.2023 - 04.2024
EXECUTIVE (HR & RECRUITMENT)
SmartStream Technologies India Pvt Ltd
05.2022 - 05.2023
PGDM - HRM
NMIMS
01.2021 - 12.2021
TALENT ACQUISITION MANAGER
TechnoScience
04.2020 - 05.2022
HR RECRUITER
SAP Brothers
05.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Jai Hind College
01.2019 - 12.2019
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