Nadab Kenan

NADAB KENAN (BS-LMS) - -LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nadab-kenan- Lahore, Pakistan PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Leadership and management graduate with an accumulative experience of 3.5 years in HR Operations & Talent Acquisition & Management. Skilled in strategic recruitment, talent development, optimizing employee onboarding and fostering a positive work culture. Possessing a strong foundation in HR best practices, organizational communication, and data-driven decision-making. Proven track record of delivering results in diverse corporate and nonprofit environments. Committed to providing exceptional HR support and contributing to organizational success. SKILLS SUMMARY               Proficient in HR softwares, e.g., BambooHR and ResourceInn and other Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) Sourcing, screening, and placing top-tier candidates in local and international markets across various industries Proficient in MS Office suite Interviewing and Assessment Techniques Compensation and Benefits Negotiation Used multiple sourcing channels, including LinkedIn, indeed, referrals and social media platforms. Recruitment and Employer Branding Diversity and Inclusion Strategies Talent Pipeline Management Onboarding and Orientation Programs Designing and implementing training programs, coaching, and mentoring initiatives. Resolving disputes, managing employee concerns, and fostering positive relationships Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills Emotional intelligence EXPERIENCE CEDAR FINANCIAL Lahore, Pakistan Talent Acquisition Specialist Mar 2024–Present Responsibilities:  Adopted the end-to-end method of recruitment including Screening Interviews, Top Grading interviews, Focused Interviews, and Reference checks  Supported Human Resource Planning, initiated by management and conducted Gap Analysis to better understand the hiring needs of the future  Collaborated with the team and developed processes to make “The Candidate Experience” better in order to reflect a positive imagine of the organization in the market  Collaborated with hiring managers to assess staffing requirements and streamline the candidate selection process  Managed end-to-end Talent Acquisition for key positions within the Tech and Sales domains, including roles such as Software Engineers (Front-end, Back-end, Full Stack), QA Engineers, DevOps Specialists, Sales Development Representatives (SDRs), and Account Executives. Oversaw sourcing, screening, and selection processes to ensure alignment with organizational needs and timely placement of top-tier talent  Headhunted top tier candidates from well reputed organizations through LinkedIn using “Boolean Search Method”  Built and maintained a strong pipeline of high-caliber candidates to ensure timely access to top talent for critical roles  Managed Employee Onboarding by providing orientation and creating a 1-week work plan with the hiring leads to ease the candidate into the role  Conducted interviews & prepared screening notes to be shared with the hiring leads  Collaborated with hiring leads to design and implement technical assessments for IT roles, ensuring alignment with job requirements and industry standards  Collaborated with Social Media Department to create branding strategy to improve Employer Value Proposition (EVP)   Reported progress & challenges in daily scrums to the Director of Recruitment  Maintained records of all materials used for recruitment, including interview notes and related paperwork, to share with key stakeholders MEDATRON PVT LTD Lahore, Pakistan People Operations Officer May 2023–Feb 2024 Responsibilities:  Developed, implemented, and regularly updated Workplace policies and procedures to ensure compliance and alignment with organizational goals  Managed and maintained accurate employee records while ensuring timely updates to the HR database for efficient information tracking and compliance  Implemented structured onboarding procedures, beginning with orientation sessions and followed by hands-on workstation training to ensure smooth integration of new hires  Designed and implemented 30-day, 60-day and 90-day check-in frameworks to support new hires’ integration, track progress, and enhance overall onboarding experience  Conducted comprehensive skill inventories and Training Needs Assessments (TNA) to identify competency gaps and support the design of targeted employee development initiatives  Managed Performance Appraisal and used Management by Objectives (MBO) to keep employees focused on the targets  Initiated “Employee of the month” program by creating leaderboards for each department to keep employees engaged and focused on winning the award at the end of the month  Selected and engaged internal Brand Ambassadors to represent the company in social media campaigns, enhancing employer brandi ng and strengthening the organization’s Employer Value Proposition (EVP)  Resolved employee queries related to payroll, benefits, and HR policies, ensuring timely and accurate support  Prepared and delivered HR reports and presentations to management to support data-driven decision-making  Oversaw the employee offboarding process, ensuring compliance, proper documentation, and a smooth transition  Promoted a positive workplace culture by leading employee engagement initiatives such as team-building activities, wellness campaigns, and celebrations of birthdays and key milestones LUXSIT TECHNOLOGIES Feb 2022-Apr 2023 Talent Acquisition Specialist (Remote) Responsibilities  Headhunted local and international tech talent through various online sources like Indeed, Dice, GitHub Jobs and LinkedIn premium  Hired for a wide range of technical positions, including Software Engineers (Frontend, Backend, Full Stack), DevOps Engineers, RPA Developers, QA/Test Automation Engineers, SREs, Mobile Developers, Business Analysts, and occasionally roles in product and UI/UX design  Led initiatives to participate in university job fairs to source emerging talent in the field of Tech  Developed comprehensive job descriptions and designed role-specific assessments using TestGorilla to effectively evaluate candidates’ technical and cognitive abilities  Led the negotiation of employment contracts and offer packages to align candidate expectations with company policies and compensation structures  Facilitated onboarding sessions for new hires, ensuring smooth integration and clear understanding of company policies, procedures, and culture  Implemented BambooHR as the company’s HRM system to streamline attendance tracking, time management, and employee leave management VOLUNTARY EXPERIENCE Yes We Can (NFPO) Team Lead Islamabad, Pakistan Mar 2018–Dec 2021 The Citizens Foundation Summer Camp (NFPO) Team Lead Islamabad, Pakistan Jun 2015–Aug 2015 EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION National Defence University (NDU) BS (Hons) Leadership & Management Studies (LMS) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Languages: Fluent in English & Urdu Islamabad, Pakistan-