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Kitchener, On, Ca

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Collaborated with stakeholders and hiring managers to assess business needs and develop effective recruitment strategies. Created job descriptions using Data People ATS and other AI tools, ensuring alignment with organizational requirements. Managed full-cycle, high-volume recruitment for various positions within the supply chain and wholesale sectors. Pre-screened candidates and coordinated interviews for diverse roles, ensuring a streamlined hiring process. Developed interview guides to align candidates’ skills with LCBO’s competencies and values. Participated in virtual and in-person career fairs, representing the company and attracting top talent. Assisted candidates throughout the interview process and provided support during online training. Established strong relationships with hiring managers, fostering collaboration and understanding of hiring needs. Created weekly presentations to highlight hiring data, measure trends, and evaluate recruitment practices. Developed regular employee feedback forms to enhance the hiring process and improve candidate experience. Coordinated background and reference checks to ensure the integrity and suitability of new hires. Ensured successful orientation and onboarding of new employees, facilitating their integration into the company. Interviewed and trained new recruiters, sharing best practices and ensuring consistency in recruitment processes. Promoted the employer brand and advanced the talent acquisition strategy to attract high-quality candidates. Tracked recruitment metrics, achieving 150% of hiring goals and demonstrating effective recruitment strategies. Performed administrative tasks on Workday, maintaining accurate records and supporting HR operations.

Ontario, Canada

Communicated with Talent and Benefits associates to understand and address business needs. Assisted in drafting job descriptions and posting job competitions to attract suitable candidates. Managed staff files and prepared confidential materials, ensuring data integrity and security. Pre-screened candidates and scheduled interviews, facilitating an efficient hiring process. Conducted background and reference checks to verify candidate qualifications and suitability. Managed and updated the HRIS system (Infinium), maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records. Compiled and updated employee files, ensuring all documentation was complete and current. Drafted employment letters and VSSC requests, supporting the hiring and onboarding processes. Ensured proper onboarding of candidates and closed competitions, integrating new hires smoothly. Coordinated HR projects, including meetings, training sessions, and surveys, to support organizational goals. Performed various administrative and departmental tasks, contributing to the overall efficiency of the HR department.

Toronto, Canada Area

Collaborated with internal stakeholders and expert contributors to understand their business operations and needs.Supervised the full-cycle development and production of content, including copywriting and editing for quality and relevance.Created impactful and engaging stories and pitches to promote clients’ visions and goals.Ensured all communications aligned with business goals, brand standards, and compliance guidelines.Incorporated client feedback into work orders and tracked and reported metrics as necessary.

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

Worked closely with owners and stakeholders to identify and hire employees.Researched and crafted job descriptions for various positions to be posted on hiring platforms.Developed interview guides from scratch for kitchen workers and customer service roles.Negotiated with Employment Support Agencies to secure staff and ensure they received government subsidy benefits.Managed the entire recruitment process, including filtering applications, interviewing candidates, checking references, and forwarding final candidates to owners for decision-making and onboarding.Oversaw the training and successful integration of new employees into the restaurant environment.

Canada

Maintained cash and POS systems to ensure smooth and efficient transactions. Kept the storefront appealing and organized, enhancing the overall customer experience. Executed all transactions at the cash register, including sales, returns, and special orders. Provided exemplary customer service at the cash desk, ensuring customer satisfaction. Captured relevant customer information and promoted various programs to enhance customer engagement. Completed all assigned tasks accurately and promptly, maintaining high standards of performance. Prepared and packed online orders, ensuring timely and accurate delivery. Performed administrative duties, such as managing email communications and maintaining office supplies. Resolved customer issues, created special orders, handled exchanges, providing top-notch service. Organized and maintained office filing systems, ensuring efficient record-keeping. Answered phone calls and directed them to the appropriate authority, ensuring effective communication.

Mumbai Area, India

Created content for the company’s website, press releases, white papers and reportsCreated engaging content for applications, blogs and social media to attract and retain a client baseManaged the company’s social media presence by re-designing the website content Created content for company orientation and training videosCreated job descriptions and interview questions for recruits in various departments

Mumbai Area, India

Developed catchy, unique and engaging content pieces for e-learning and consulting firms catering to k-12, adult learning and corporate learningEdited and proofread the final content for clarity and relevanceManaged individual projects when requiredTrained new team members and divided work amongst them based on their knowledge, skills and abilitiesAttended client meetings and discussed assessments and feedback with the team

Postgraduate Degree, Human Resources Management And Services

Master'S Degree, English Language And Literature, General