Sagar Lokhande

• Led end-to-end talent acquisition efforts including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer management in collaboration with department heads.
• Managed salary structuring, compensation benchmarking, and negotiations for new hires and existing staff to ensure competitive and equitable pay.
• Streamlined onboarding and induction programs, enhancing new hire integration, training, and cultural alignment.
• Executed full-cycle payroll processing and maintained statutory compliance with PF, ESIC, PT, and tax regulations.
• Drafted and managed legally compliant employment agreements, offer letters, and HR documentation in line with labor laws.
• Facilitated performance reviews and employee appraisal cycles, supporting career progression and retention strategies.
• Maintained comprehensive employee master data, including job history, performance records, and personal details with a focus on data accuracy and security.
• Administered employee exits, including clearance, final settlements, and exit interviews with thorough documentation.
• Conducted end-to-end background verification (BVG) for new hires to ensure hiring compliance and data accuracy.
• Provided effective employee grievance handling and conflict resolution, promoting a supportive and inclusive work culture.
• Utilized HR Mangtaa software for HRIS management, including payroll, attendance, performance tracking, and analytics.
• Oversaw internal HR audits and compliance, ensuring audit-ready documentation, data protection, and legal accuracy.
• Led orientation and training sessions, ensuring new employees were educated on company policies, roles, and systems.
• Spearheaded employee engagement initiatives, including feedback systems, recognition programs, and team-building activities.
• Organized and implemented training and development programs, encouraging continuous learning and skill enhancement across teams.

• Filled 55% of open positions within 8 months, significantly reducing time-to-fill and supporting critical hiring needs.
• Sourced high-quality candidates through job portals, social media, and professional networks, increasing candidate quality by 60%.
• Conducted comprehensive candidate screening and behavioral interviews, leading to a 70% increase in successful hires.
• Implemented and managed an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to streamline recruitment, minimize administrative workload, and improve hiring efficiency.
• Built strong partnerships with hiring managers to align hiring strategies with departmental needs and business goals.
• Maintained clear and consistent communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process to enhance candidate experience.
• Supported salary negotiation and offer management, ensuring transparency and alignment with budgetary constraints.
• Led orientation, induction, and onboarding programs, ensuring smooth transitions for new employees into company culture and responsibilities.
• Customized department-specific onboarding modules in collaboration with internal teams, improving role clarity and early productivity.
• Handled HR documentation and maintained accurate records of candidate pipelines, interviews, and onboarding activities.
• Oversaw day-to-day HR and administrative operations, including attendance, documentation, and internal coordination.
• Designed and implemented employee engagement strategies, leading to increased satisfaction and a positive work environment.
• Consistently received positive feedback from new hires for onboarding quality and support during initial stages.

• Managed end-to-end background verification (BVG) operations for high-profile clients such as Cognizant (APAC), IQVIA, and others across lateral, campus, and client-specific mandates.
• Collected and processed sensitive employee data, activated checks based on scope (education, employment, address, criminal, etc.), wrote final reports, and dispatched results within defined TATs.
• Worked directly with clients to gather requirements, provide status updates, resolve queries, and deliver project updates through calls, emails, and scheduled meetings.
• Ensured high standards of quality assurance, data accuracy, and compliance with legal and regulatory norms throughout the verification process.
• Handled red flag reports, raised insufficiencies, and resolved discrepancies by collaborating with internal teams and client representatives.
• Conducted regular training sessions for new joiners, built QBR presentations, and created client-specific documentation to improve efficiency.
• Maintained documentation from contract sign-off to case closure; reviewed billing sheets and coordinated with finance teams on invoice submissions and payment follow-ups.
• Improved internal processes through proactive risk mitigation, scope clarification, and adherence to service-level agreements (SLAs).
• Promoted to Associate Consultant based on consistent performance, client satisfaction, and contribution to process optimization.

Recruitment & Analytics:

• Executed end-to-end recruitment across junior to senior levels, specializing in contract hiring, executive search, and campus recruitment.
• Sourced and screened candidates via portals (Naukri, Monster, TimesJobs, LinkedIn), validating experience, interest, and cultural fit.
• Facilitated onboarding and induction programs, delivering training and aligning new hires with team structures and business goals.
• Handled vendor coordination, team management, and recruitment reporting for both internal and client-facing projects.
• Created and visualized key HR dashboards and reports (turnover, recruitment metrics, performance data), aiding decision-making and compliance tracking.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and align recruitment metrics with strategic workforce plans.
• Recognized for strong communication, stakeholder handling, and the ability to deliver high-quality recruitment solutions in fast-paced environments.

Worked on Tata AIA Life Insurance process in insurance underwriting and risk assessment.

• Examined insurance proposals and ensured compliance with policy requirements and regulatory standards.
• Collected and verified background information for accurate risk profiling and eligibility assessment.
• Analyzed statistical and historical data using internal tools to evaluate client risk levels.
• Assisted in drafting and reviewing insurance policy wordings in coordination with underwriting guidelines.
• Gained foundational knowledge of life insurance operations, risk analysis, and process documentation.