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wafa gani

wafa gani

Team Lead Talent Acquisition
Dubai,UAE

Summary

Experienced with talent acquisition and team leadership, fostering effective recruitment strategies. Utilizes comprehensive understanding of sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding to drive successful hiring outcomes. Track record of building collaborative teams and aligning recruitment practices with organizational objectives.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Lead - Recruitment

SUNDUS RECRUITMENT SERVICES
12.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in sourcing and screening candidates for various positions.
  • Supported recruitment team by organizing interview schedules and candidate communications.
  • Learned to utilize applicant tracking systems for managing candidate pipelines.
  • Gained experience in conducting preliminary phone interviews with potential hires.
  • Collaborated with senior recruiters to understand role requirements and expectations.
  • Participated in onboarding processes, ensuring a smooth transition for new employees.
  • Contributed to maintaining accurate candidate records and documentation compliance.
  • Engaged in continuous learning about recruitment best practices and industry trends.
  • Established partnerships with universities and professional organizations, creating a pipeline of qualified candidates for future roles.
  • Organized job fairs and networking events to increase company visibility among potential candidates within target industries.
  • Managed high-volume requisitions effectively, ensuring a smooth hiring process for all stakeholders involved in the recruiting lifecycle.
  • Spearheaded campus recruiting events, promoting company culture while attracting high potential graduates into entry-level positions.
  • Reduced time-to-hire for open positions by implementing an improved talent sourcing strategy.
  • Enhanced recruitment efficiency by streamlining the candidate screening and interview scheduling processes.
  • Evaluated recruitment metrics regularly to identify areas of improvement and implement necessary changes for better outcomes.
  • Maintained compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations throughout the recruitment process, mitigating potential legal risks.
  • Developed strong relationships with hiring managers, understanding their specific needs to tailor recruitment strategies accordingly.
  • Improved employer branding by collaborating with marketing teams to create engaging job advertisements and social media campaigns.
  • Mentored junior recruiters, providing guidance and support to improve their performance and overall team results.
  • Increased employee retention rates through effective candidate selection and onboarding practices.
  • Streamlined communication between HR department and hiring managers, ensuring alignment of expectations throughout the recruitment process.
  • Optimized applicant tracking system usage for greater accuracy in reporting and data analysis, facilitating informed decision-making processes.

Recruiter

Al Ghurair Engineering Services
05.2023 - 11.2023
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
  • Conducted candidate sourcing through job boards, social media platforms, and networking events.
  • Screened resumes and conducted preliminary interviews to assess candidate qualifications and fit.
  • Coordinated interview schedules between candidates and hiring teams for seamless process flow.

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Commfinity Technologies India
02.2020 - 05.2022
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to develop job descriptions and candidate profiles.
  • Utilized applicant tracking system to streamline recruitment processes and manage candidate pipelines.
  • Conducted thorough interviews, assessing candidate qualifications and cultural fit for organizational needs.
  • Implemented effective sourcing strategies through social media platforms and professional networks.
  • Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.
  • Developed and maintained applicant tracking system, tracking all job openings, applicants and interviewing activity.
  • Provided regular updates on talent acquisition performance metrics to senior leadership, supporting data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Managed full-cycle recruiting process for multiple roles simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards in candidate assessment and selection.
  • Developed strong talent pipelines by utilizing various sourcing techniques, including social media, job boards, and networking events.
  • Acted as brand ambassador to educate candidates on culture, career growth, benefits, and advantages of working for company.

Account Manager

Expert Plus Recruitment Services
11.2018 - 05.2019
  • Managed client accounts, ensuring alignment with business objectives and enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Developed strategic account plans to identify growth opportunities and drive revenue increases.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to address client needs and resolve issues effectively and efficiently.
  • Analyzed market trends to provide insights for client strategies, improving competitive positioning.
  • Led contract negotiations, securing favorable terms while balancing client expectations and company policies.
  • Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
  • Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
  • Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.

BD Assistant

Crowe Horwath
02.2018 - 07.2018

Tactfully explained services to clients in order to better understand their demands

Forged connections with customers based on respect and trust

Collaborated with internal divisions to facilitate meeting client needs

By enhancing procedures, complaints were resolved and new problems were avoided

By closing long-term account possibilities and new company deals through cold calling and prospecting, I improved my negotiation techniques

Developed a creative, tailored solution in line with staffing and recruiting requirements

Managed the organization's client communications through email, phone, and websites

Promptly and amiably responded to questions from customers about the company's goods and services

Acted as an intermediary between the company and the customers to encourage interest in the services

Education

Alternative Medicine

CMPH
India
11-2003

Skills

  • Offer management
  • Recruitment analytics
  • Job posting optimization
  • Resume screening

Timeline

Team Lead - Recruitment

SUNDUS RECRUITMENT SERVICES
12.2023 - Current

Recruiter

Al Ghurair Engineering Services
05.2023 - 11.2023

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Commfinity Technologies India
02.2020 - 05.2022

Account Manager

Expert Plus Recruitment Services
11.2018 - 05.2019

BD Assistant

Crowe Horwath
02.2018 - 07.2018

Alternative Medicine

CMPH
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