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Vaishnavi Panicker

Summary

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Talent Acquisition and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Talent Acquisition Professional

Jacobs Engineering
02.2023 - Current
  • End-to-End Recruitment Management: Spearheaded the complete recruitment lifecycle, sourcing and candidate engagement to seamless onboarding, ensuring a best-in-class hiring experience.
  • Strategic Hiring Initiatives: Partnered with leadership and hiring managers to craft tailored recruitment strategies, aligning talent acquisition efforts with business objectives and workforce planning.
  • Innovative Sourcing Techniques: Built a diverse talent pipeline using advanced sourcing methods, leveraging social media platforms, professional networks, and referral programs to attract top-tier candidates.
  • Diversity & Inclusion: lnvolved in D&I initiatives by sourcing diverse candidates and fostering an inclusive hiring process that supports organizational diversity goals.
  • High-Impact Hiring Events: Contributed in recruitment campaigns and large-scale events, driving targeted hiring for critical roles and achieving high-volume recruitment goals.
  • Candidate Evaluation & Advocacy: Conducted in-depth assessments of candidate competencies, cultural alignment, and career aspirations, presenting curated shortlists that support long-term organizational success.
  • Data-Driven Insights: Analyzed recruitment performance metrics, such as time-to-hire, diversity ratios, and source effectiveness, to optimize processes and improve hiring outcomes.
  • Market Intelligence: Provided insights on industry trends and competitor strategies to inform recruitment practices and stay competitive.

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Jacobs Engineering
03.2022 - 01.2023
  • Assisted in full-cycle recruitment — from crafting compelling job postings to delivering seamless onboarding — ensuring every stage reflected the company’s vision and values.
  • Collaborated with three Senior Business Partners to develop customized hiring strategies that fueled growth and met their specific departmental needs.
  • Supported in designing a frictionless interview experience, managing complex calendars, coordinating communications, and making sure candidates and interviewers were always in sync.
  • Assisted Senior TA partner in curating top talent pipelines, proactively sourcing, screening, and nurturing relationships to ensure a steady flow of high-quality candidates.
  • Harnessed ATS efficiency, maintaining impeccable candidate records, generating insightful recruitment reports, and streamlining workflows to improve team productivity.
  • Championed a best-in-class candidate experience, delivering personalized communication, timely updates, and transparent feedback that left candidates excited and engaged.
  • Elevated employer branding, driving creative initiatives across social media, job fairs, and the company’s career page to attract and retain top-tier talent.
  • Ensured compliance with integrity, seamlessly balancing efficiency with adherence to employment laws and company policies.
  • Simplified pre-hire processes by expertly managing background checks, reference verifications, and offer letter preparation, ensuring quick, smooth hiring decisions.

Administrative and HR Assistant

Visa Logistics Pvt LTD
04.2021 - 01.2022
  • Manage daily office operations by handling correspondence, scheduling appointments, and maintaining an organized workflow to ensure smooth logistics functions.
  • Support HR functions, including onboarding new employees, and maintaining personnel files in compliance with company policies and regulations.
  • Assist with recruitment processes, such as screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and coordinating communications with candidates.
  • Maintain accurate attendance records and track employee leave balances, ensuring timely submission of data to the payroll department.
  • Coordinate training programs and safety workshops for logistics and warehouse staff, ensuring compliance with company and industry standards.
  • Handle employee inquiries related to HR policies, benefits, and procedures, providing accurate information and support.
  • Manage office supplies and inventory, ensuring availability of essential items and coordinating with vendors for timely restocking.
  • Prepare and distribute reports, memos, and meeting minutes, supporting both HR and logistics teams with documentation and data organization.
  • Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies by maintaining proper records and assisting with audits or inspections.
  • Organize staff meetings, team briefings, and company events, coordinating logistics and materials to support effective communication and engagement.
  • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive HR information and employee records.
  • Assist in tracking and reporting key HR metrics, such as employee turnover, training completion, and recruitment status.
  • Liaise with other departments and external vendors to ensure efficient communication and resolve administrative or logistical issues.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Arts

Dr C V Raman University
India
01-2018

Skills

    KEY SKILLS:

    Full-Cycle Recruitment
    Candidate Sourcing & Screening
    Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)(Avature and Taleo)
    Employer Branding
    Talent Pipeline Management
    Offer Negotiation
    Data-Driven Hiring Decisions
    Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives
    Communication & Relationship Building
    Time Management & Organization

    Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)




Additional Information

  • Completed International Teaching Diploma from Asian College of Teacher
  • Completed IATA/UFTAA Foundation December 2018 (Montreal / Canada) from a reputed Institution Akbar Academy, Bandra (W), Mumbai
  • Training GDS in Galileo
  • Professional Diploma in Aviation and Hospitality Management from Aptech Aviation and Hospitality Academy,Vile Parle (W), Mumbai

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Malayalam
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Talent Acquisition Professional

Jacobs Engineering
02.2023 - Current

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Jacobs Engineering
03.2022 - 01.2023

Administrative and HR Assistant

Visa Logistics Pvt LTD
04.2021 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Arts

Dr C V Raman University
Vaishnavi Panicker