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Simi Joseph

36 Amethyst Street Treeby,WA

Summary

Simi is a seasoned professional with a distinguished career spanning over two decades, encompassing a diverse array of industries such as information technology, mining, government, education, transport, local authority, professional services, and financial services, both domestically in Australia and abroad. Simi is dedicated to achieving results and has a strong background in Recruitment and Workforce Management. She has successfully managed small-scale projects and is skilled in working as part of a PMO. She also has experience managing and coordinating all aspects of business support services in a fast-paced environment. As a skilled communicator, Simi has excellent planning, stakeholder engagement, analysis, organization, and coordination skills. She is a team player who is always willing to learn and get involved in all aspects of project delivery in a supportive, timely, and professional manner. Simi is committed to streamlining operations, optimizing team performance, and delivering successful project outcomes. With a passion for talent acquisition and expert project coordination, Simi brings a unique blend of expertise to the table by consistently driving efficiency and excellence in project support. Forward-thinking Operations Specialist bringing [Number] years of expertise in [Area of expertise] for [Industry] sector businesses. Cultivates rapport with individuals to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative improvement strategies. Proficient in [Software] and [Software]. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Client Operations Lead

Akkodis Australia
04.2017 - Current
  • This role entails providing essential administrative and executive management support to the WA State Lead and WA Account Directors and engaging with various internal and external stakeholders
  • This current role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of administrative and executive functions, enabling the leadership team to focus on strategic initiatives and fostering productive relationships with stakeholders.
  • It demands high professionalism, autonomy, support, and document preparation efficiency.
  • The role primarily involved: Coordination, Preparation, and Drafting of Responses to RFQs, CUA Quote Forms, Change Orders Statements of Work, and Project Change Requests with supporting documentation, ensuring a cohesive and consistent approach.
  • Facilitate the setup of project and timesheet codes for optimal project management.
  • Preparation of Monthly and Quarterly Portfolio Reports for both internal and external stakeholders and clients
  • Stakeholder Analysis
  • Account Forecasting Salesforce Management Assist in Account Planning Activities Conduct resource forecasting and capacity planning Contract Management System Administration
  • Sourcing research data as requested
  • Proactively identifying and supporting continual improvement initiatives (process and/or technical)
  • Onboarding and Offboarding of the consultants
  • Recruited and trained [Number] new employees in [Year]

Talent Researcher

Curtin University
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • The role involved the HR and recruitment administration process for the Corporate Services team, ensuring it ran smoothly and efficiently while maintaining necessary documentation and communication channels
  • Responsibilities: Recruitment Administration included: Creating and posting job ads to various job boards and platforms
  • Tracking and organizing job applications from candidates
  • Coordinating and scheduling interviews for candidates and interviewers
  • Candidate reference checks to ensure their qualifications and suitability for the role
  • Created reports related to recruitment metrics and activities
  • Database Maintenance and assisted with recruitment projects, which could include activities related to organizational changes, such as restructuring or expansion, that impact staffing needs for academic and professional staff
  • Ensuring all incoming emails on the Central Recruitment Inbox were read and prioritized
  • Intranet Site Maintenance - managed the central hub for essential documents and information related to HR policies, organizational charts, and procedures
  • Interacted with various stakeholders, including the Director of People Capability, HR Business Partners, Hiring Managers, and internal and external candidates.

Global Executive Recruitment Manager

IBM India
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • The role involved a mix of strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and hands-on involvement in the recruitment process to secure top-tier talent for leadership positions within IBM
  • Responsibilities: Was responsible for overseeing the recruitment process for executive-level positions within IBM
  • This involved identifying the leadership needs of the organization and devising strategies to attract top talent
  • Effective recruitment often requires close collaboration with various stakeholders, including hiring managers, HR teams, and candidates
  • Managing these relationships is crucial for ensuring a smooth hiring process
  • Identifying and sourcing potential candidates for executive roles using strategies, including headhunting, recruitment platforms, and networking
  • Ensuring candidates have a positive experience throughout the recruitment process is vital
  • This includes effective communication, timely feedback, and a candidate-centric approach to the hiring process.

Principal Consultant

Quadrangle Consulting
01.2003 - 01.2013
  • Started in Quadrangle as a recruiter and moved across the business, managing different portfolios in the talent management and training area from consultant to Principal Consultant(Senior executive) capacity
  • Along with the Business Head, built a new business unit, Executive Search Practice, specifically focusing on leadership hiring
  • Responsibilities: Contributed to the organisation's strategic planning by consulting top executives
  • This involvement in high-level discussions helped align the recruitment efforts with the overall goals and vision of the company
  • Was involved in extensive headhunting to find the right individuals to match the specific profiles required by clients
  • Drafted advertisements for job vacancies and strategically advertised them across various media platforms, including websites, newspapers, and magazines
  • This ensured maximum visibility and reach for the job openings
  • Prepared resumes and correspondence for prospective candidates and forwarded these profiles to clients for consideration
  • This step was crucial in listing and presenting suitable candidates to the client
  • Identifying, recruiting, and selecting candidates for interviews, assessing their qualifications, and fit for the organization
  • Played a vital role in the candidate selection process to ensure the right talent was brought on board
  • Assisted companies in meeting their recruiting goals by providing guidance and recommendations on best recruiting practices
  • This involved staying up to date with industry trends and implementing effective strategies.

Recruitment Consultant

C&O Global
01.2001 - 01.2003
  • Responsibilities: Meeting recruitment deadlines for clients in the financial services industry via recruitment platforms, and networking Searched for & managed suitable candidates through the recruitment lifecycle
  • Responsible for discussing new opportunities with candidates and negotiating rates
  • Managed multiple online ad campaigns, which led to an increased candidate database
  • Grew the vertical from 1 to 5 consultants in 2 years and built a revenue portfolio of INR 20M.

Education

B. Com (Financial Accounting & Auditing - Honours) -

Mumbai University
01.2001

Skills

  • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft applications - PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
  • People Management Proficiency
  • Customer Needs Acknowledgement
  • Financial Performance Understanding
  • Project Support
  • Project Proposals
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Project Records
  • Strategy Implementation
  • Document Coordination
  • Schedule Management
  • Project Control
  • Administrative Support
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Business Operations
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Project Requirements
  • Contract Documentation
  • Timely Project Completion
  • Client Requirements
  • Project Goals and Milestones
  • Information Technology Management
  • Business Operations
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Project Requirements
  • Contract Documentation
  • Timely Project Completion
  • Client Requirements
  • Project Goals and Milestones
  • Information Technology Management

Certification

  • Applied Project management, AIM, WA, 2023
  • Microsoft Women Rising Program, 2023
  • Excel 2013: Intermediate, AIM WA, 2022
  • Crucial Conversations, Modis
  • Negotiating & Strategic Influencing, Modis
  • Interview the IBM Way
  • Certified Assessor, Thomas Assessment Pvt. Ltd, 2011
  • Three Day Leadership Program - The Inspiring Leader, Kiran Gulrajani
  • Competency-based Interviewing skills, Prof. Prabhakar Kamath
  • Managerial Development Program, Dr. Pramod Tripathi

Industry Skills

  • Project Management
  • Requirements Gathering Stakeholder and client management
  • CRM and database management including data cleansing
  • Project / Financial Reporting
  • Managing Projects
  • Produce business documents – proposal and reports

Industry Experience

  • Information Technology
  • Mining
  • Education
  • Transport
  • Local Authority
  • Professional Services
  • Financial

References

Referee available upon request

Timeline

Client Operations Lead

Akkodis Australia
04.2017 - Current

Talent Researcher

Curtin University
01.2015 - 01.2016

Global Executive Recruitment Manager

IBM India
01.2014 - 01.2015

Principal Consultant

Quadrangle Consulting
01.2003 - 01.2013

Recruitment Consultant

C&O Global
01.2001 - 01.2003

B. Com (Financial Accounting & Auditing - Honours) -

Mumbai University

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