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Asmitha Kotian

Asmitha Kotian

Dubai,UAE

Summary

Recruitment specialist with expertise in job posting platforms and CV screening. Proven skills in strategic recruitment, candidate sourcing, and assessment, complemented by a strong grasp of employer branding. Experienced in social media recruiting with a history of effective communication. Committed to enhancing talent acquisition strategies and achieving successful hiring outcomes.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Senior Talent Acquisition Executive

GEMS Education – Group Holdings Ltd
Dubai, UAE
09.2022 - 09.2025
  • Achieved 70% overseas and 50% local campaign conversion across multiple recruitment clusters.
  • Designed and executed in-country recruitment events, resulting in large-scale hiring success.
  • Delivered weekly talent insights reports and dashboards to inform senior management.
  • Sourced high-quality candidates for niche roles, enhancing overall workforce capabilities.
  • Led employer branding campaigns across social media platforms to improve visibility.
  • Built stakeholder partnerships to align recruitment strategies with business priorities.
  • Created compelling job advertisements, attracting a diverse pool of suitable candidates.
  • Fostered diversity in hiring practices through conscious inclusion efforts.

Recruitment Specialist

GEMS Education through TASC Labour Services LLC
Dubai, UAE
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Delivered end-to-end recruitment support for assigned schools, ensuring seamless hiring processes.
  • Conducted thorough candidate screenings and interviews to ensure alignment with organizational culture and values.

HR Consultant

Tanfeeth – A Subsidiary of Emirates NBD Bank
Dubai, UAE
08.2019 - 10.2021
  • Managed end-to-end recruitment for junior to mid-level roles using Taleo ATS.
  • Partnered with hiring managers to align recruitment with business needs.
  • Oversaw pre-employment clearances, offers and onboarding processes.
  • Handled third-party, contract, and temporary hiring for ENBD.
  • Delivered weekly hiring progress reports to leadership for informed decision-making.
  • Led separations team, managing exits and documentation during temporary assignment.
  • Launched employee referral programme to enhance recruitment efforts.
  • Received Gold & Silver Star Awards for performance excellence.

Senior Officer – HR

Vasco Worldwide International
Dubai, UAE
06.2013 - 04.2015
  • Executed end-to-end recruitment across UAE, Malaysia, Bahrain, South Africa, Italy and Pakistan.
  • Successfully filled critical positions, including Doctors, Nurses, Operations Managers, Accountants and Sales Supervisors.
  • Managed headhunting, referrals, walk-ins, visa processing and onboarding procedures.
  • Drafted HR manuals and policies to streamline processes and enhance compliance.
  • Facilitated performance management and engagement initiatives, alongside CSR activities.
  • Acted as Global HR Uniform SPOC, contributing to Rewards & Recognition framework.

HR Recruiter

Altisource Business Solutions
Bangalore, India
03.2012 - 11.2012
  • Executed lateral hiring across multiple domains within strict deadlines.
  • Achieved a 90% offer-to-joining conversion rate through targeted staffing strategies.
  • Reduced hiring costs by ₹9 Lakhs while maintaining quality talent pools.
  • Led Employee Referral Programme, significantly enhancing recruitment outcomes.
  • Conducted thorough inductions, onboarding, and exit interviews for employees.
  • Closed managerial positions in an average of 10 days.
  • Specialised in hiring for Java, .Net, Testing, UI, Business Analysis, and Quality Engineering.

HR Recruiter

Accenture India Pvt. Ltd
Bangalore, India
08.2010 - 08.2011
  • Sourced and shortlisted candidates for executive and lateral roles in technology domains.
  • Maintained accurate recruitment data using Abacus ATS to enhance reporting efficiency.
  • Consistently exceeded monthly hiring targets, achieving recognition as Best Performer of the Month twice.
  • Specialised in recruiting for C++, Java, J2EE, and .Net technologies.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

KVG College of Engineering, Sullia
India
01.2005 - 04.2009

Skills

  • CV screening expertise
  • Talent assessment
  • Job posting platforms expertise
  • Referral programme management
  • Candidate assessment
  • Candidate sourcing
  • Strategic recruitment
  • Candidate screening
  • Excellent communication

Languages

English
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced

Affiliations

  • Classical Dance
  • Nail Art

Certification

Naukri Certification

Timeline

Senior Talent Acquisition Executive

GEMS Education – Group Holdings Ltd
09.2022 - 09.2025

Recruitment Specialist

GEMS Education through TASC Labour Services LLC
03.2022 - 07.2022

HR Consultant

Tanfeeth – A Subsidiary of Emirates NBD Bank
08.2019 - 10.2021

Senior Officer – HR

Vasco Worldwide International
06.2013 - 04.2015

HR Recruiter

Altisource Business Solutions
03.2012 - 11.2012

HR Recruiter

Accenture India Pvt. Ltd
08.2010 - 08.2011

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

KVG College of Engineering, Sullia
01.2005 - 04.2009

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