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