Sakina Palgharwala
Kitchener,Canada
Summary
Dedicated professional eager to create and implement successful strategies to improve organizational efficiency. Adept at utilizing data analysis to provide insights into HR initiatives. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and committed to pursuing best practices related to employee development and retention.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Specialist
LCBO
10.2021 - Current
- Partnered with hiring managers on needs and priorities to implement best-in-class talent acquisition strategies and goals that are trackable, accountable, and rooted in data
- Provide strategic and hands-on HR support, including employee relations, labor relations, and workforce planning
- Developed and executed comprehensive sourcing strategies to identify top-tier candidates
- Owned the end-to-end recruitment life cycle, from sourcing to offer acceptance for various positions within wholesale and supply chain sectors
- Lead a team of recruiters to conduct an efficient and effective recruitment process
- Assisted candidates throughout the interview process and provided support during orientation
- Coordinated background and reference checks to ensure the integrity and suitability of new hires
- Created weekly presentations highlighting hiring data, measuring HR trends, and evaluating recruitment practices
- Tracked recruitment metrics, achieving 150% of hiring goals and demonstrating effective recruitment strategies
- Interpreted HR policies, procedures, and guidelines to address situations of varying complexities, effectively meeting the needs of LCBO's diverse workforce
- Delivered efficient and helpful responses to employee inquiries, adhering to established HR policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Maintained quality standards and data controls to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of services and information provided
- Accurately recorded inquiries and resolutions in the appropriate enabling technology systems
- Performed administrative tasks on Workday, maintaining accurate records and supporting HR operations
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Mackenzie Health
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Collaborated with Talent and Benefits associates to understand and address business needs strategically
- Assisted in drafting job descriptions to build a healthy pipeline of top-tier candidates for various nursing positions
- Pre-screened candidates and scheduled interviews, facilitating an efficient hiring process
- Conducted background and reference checks to verify candidate qualifications and suitability
- Collected and reviewed required employee documentations to ensure completeness and accuracy
- Managed and updated the HRIS system (Infinium), maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records
- Drafted confidential employee letters, ensuring data integrity and security
- Handled all transactions related to employee data administration, department and position management, leaves of absence, timekeeping, onboarding, contractual rate changes, employee separations, and benefits
- Conducted audits of completed transactions and data to verify accuracy and maintain data integrity
- Ensured proper onboarding of candidates and closed competitions, integrating new hires smoothly
- Coordinated HR projects, including meetings, training sessions, and surveys, to support organizational goals
- Performed various administrative and departmental tasks, contributing to the overall efficiency of the HR department
Content Coordinator
Best Version Media
09.2018 - 08.2021
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders and expert contributors to understand their business operations and needs
- Supervised the full-cycle development and production of content, including copywriting and editing for quality and relevance
- Created impactful and engaging stories and pitches to promote clients' visions and goals
- Ensured all communications aligned with business goals, brand standards, and compliance guidelines
- Incorporated client feedback into work orders and tracked and reported metrics as necessary
Service Coordinator
Laura Canada
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Maintained cash and POS systems to ensure smooth and efficient transactions
- Kept the storefront appealing and organized, enhancing the overall customer experience
- Provided exemplary customer service at the cash desk, ensuring customer satisfaction
- Captured relevant customer information and promoted various programs to enhance customer engagement
- Completed all assigned tasks accurately and promptly, maintaining high standards of performance
- Performed administrative duties, such as managing email communications and maintaining office supplies
- Resolved customer issues, created special orders, handled exchanges, providing top-notch service
- Organized and maintained office filing systems, ensuring efficient record-keeping
- Answered phone calls and directed them to the appropriate authority, ensuring effective communication
Education
Masters - Human Resources Management
Centennial College
Toronto, ON01.2019
Masters - English
University of Calcutta
01.2015
Bachelors - Arts with Honors in English
University of Calcutta
01.2013
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Expert in managing job sites (LinkedIn, indeed, ZipRecruiter)
- Experienced with SAP
- Skilled in Applicant Tracking Systems
- Proficient in HRIS Management
- Proficient in Workday
Education And Professional Development
- Masters in Human Resources Management, Centennial College, Toronto, ON, 2019
- Masters in English, University of Calcutta, 2015
- Bachelors in Arts with Honors in English, University of Calcutta, 2013
Languages
Hindi
Full Professional
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Specialist
LCBO
10.2021 - Current
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Mackenzie Health
05.2021 - 10.2021
Service Coordinator
Laura Canada
10.2018 - 02.2019
Content Coordinator
Best Version Media
09.2018 - 08.2021
Masters - English
University of Calcutta
Bachelors - Arts with Honors in English
University of Calcutta
Masters - Human Resources Management
Centennial College
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