LATIKA VARLANI

• Streamlined the talent acquisition process by implementing an applicant tracking system and improving candidate experience.
• Managed full-cycle recruitment processes, from job posting creation to offer negotiation and acceptance.
• Collaborated with internal stakeholders to align talent needs with organizational growth goals, ensuring a proactive approach to workforce planning.
• Established a robust talent pipeline through networking events, career fairs, and proactive outreach efforts.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of recruitment tools and channels, making data-driven recommendations for enhancements and improvements.
• Championed employee referral programs, incentivizing current staff members to recommend high-quality candidates for open positions.
• Trained hiring managers on best practices in interviewing and selection techniques, increasing overall effectiveness of recruitment efforts.
• Enhanced employer brand by creating targeted social media campaigns, resulting in increased candidate engagement and interest.
• Collaborated with HR partners to develop competitive compensation packages that attracted top-tier candidates.
• Conducted compensation conversations with human resources and hiring managers to foster internal and external equity.
• Promoted increased focus on internal talent mobility and emerging talent across organization.
• Generated and analyzed reports to monitor employee engagement and attrition trends.
• Led diversity and inclusion initiatives within the talent acquisition team, promoting an inclusive work environment for all employees.

• Managing end to end recruitment for both Front Office and Back-office roles (UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain)
• Successfully managed 11 store openings across GCC and onboarded 355 employees in the business
• Implemented and running Assessment Centre as a hiring strategy for front office roles
• Mentoring and training the junior members of the team
• Working closely with the hiring managers, CEO, and the Board
• Supporting the growth strategy of the company by attracting the best talent across the globe
• Leading the overseas recruitment trips including MENA region, former Russian countries, and Europe
• Liaising and partnering with local universities and recruitment agencies
• Closely working with the HR Manager and CEO in devising the hiring strategy
• Leading and managing several strategic projects under HR department (Talent Acquisition, ATS, Emiratization, developing questionnaire based on values and cultural alignment and Success Profile)
• Forecasting quarterly and annual hiring needs
• Developed communication and marketing plan and leveraged talent acquisition tools, resources, and campaigns to source and attract top talent

• Company Overview: Retail, F&B and Real Estate
• Coordinate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs
• Determine selection criteria
• Source potential candidates through online channels (e.g
• Social platforms and professional networks)
• Plan interview and selection procedures, including screening calls, assessments and in-person interviews
• Assess candidate information, including resumes and contact details, using TALEO
• Design job descriptions and interview questions that reflect each position's requirements
• Lead employer branding initiatives
• Organize and attend job fairs and recruitment events
• Forecast quarterly and annual hiring needs by department
• Foster long-term relationships with past applicants and potential candidates
• Plan and coordinate Onboarding and Orientation of Employees
• Coordinating with the PRO regarding visa and other required documentation
• Assisting the Senior Management and HRBP with other ad-hoc tasks of the department
• Acted as brand ambassador to educate candidates on culture, career growth, benefits, and advantages of working for company
• Retail, F&B and Real Estate

• Ensure and oversee achievement of recruitment needs as per the manpower plan
• Handling recruitment of front liners across all Fashion and Beauty brands under Chalhoub Group
• Sourcing for candidates on intranet (Success Factors) and job boards such as Gulf Talent, Oliv, Bayt and LinkedIn
• Conducting phone interviews to evaluate the candidate's compatibility for specific job
• Conducting face to face interviews with candidates and providing feedback to hiring managers regarding their suitability
• Posing vacant positions internally and externally on job boards
• Liaising with hiring managers from the beginning to the end of the recruitment cycle
• Generating talent pipeline to fulfill current and future hires
• In charge of hosting weekly assessment centers where front liners are assessed and trained on luxury retail competencies

Worked as a Talent Acquisition Intern at various companies like Damac Properties, Dubai Properties and ABB.