Firdos Aria

Human Resources professional with 7 years of experience in talent acquisition, training, employee engagement, and HR operations across BFSI and manufacturing sectors. Proven track record of reducing hiring cycle times, implementing award-winning training programs, and enhancing employee retention through strategic HR initiatives.

Talent Acquisition Specialist at Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance (2023-05 – Present)

• Managed end-to-end recruitment for multiple verticals using job portals like Naukri, Shine, Apna, LinkedIn, and TimesJobs.
• Reduced average time-to-hire by streamlining sourcing and selection processes.
• Coordinated onboarding and E-code generation to minimize manual errors.
• Designed and executed induction programs improving Day-30 retention.
• Generated HR MIS reports for audits and executive reviews.
• Handled consultants, walk-ins, print media, campus hiring, employee referrals (ER), and background checks (BCR).
• Screened and scheduled candidates for L1, L2, and RHR interview rounds.
• Generated offer letters via ALT, IONA, and DISHA portals.
• Scheduled post-joining training and explained onboarding formalities and career paths.
• Tracked recruitment metrics (time-to-hire, cost-per-hire) in line with budget targets.
• Developed employee motivation strategies.
• Implemented rewards & recognition programs.
• Introduced loyalty schemes for long-term retention.
• Organized recreational activities and celebrations.
• Conducted weekly employee connect sessions.
• Handled grievances with empathy and resolution focus.
• Managed birthday and anniversary mailers.
• Implemented welcome mail policy for new joiners.

Training Manager at SBI Card and Payment Services (2022-12 – 2023-05)

• Conducted skill and competency mapping; organized training as per TNI using internal and external trainers.
• Delivered various training programs: NHO, OJT, mandatory and ongoing refreshers, branch staff training.
• Identified training needs and evaluated training impact.
• Designed and monitored QA formats and training standards.
• Achieved "Best Trainer of the Month" three times consecutively.

Assistant HR Manager at Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd. (2018-04 – 2022-12)

• Recruited and onboarded 300+ staff across departments.
• Developed R&R frameworks reducing attrition.
• Won Best Team Leader award; qualified for international business trips.
• Explained salary structure, benefits, leave, and final settlement processes.
• Tracked attendance, maintained leave records, and issued warnings as required.
• Handled full & final settlements, experience and relieving letters.
• Working knowledge of EPF, ESIC, Gratuity, Bonus, and appraisal processes.

MBA in Human Resource – Astha School of Management, BPUT (2016 – 2018)

BA in Political Science (Hons.) – N.C. College, Jajpur, Utkal University (2013 – 2016)

+2 (Higher Secondary) – Biraja Women's College (2011 – 2013)

Matriculation (HSC) – P.C.B High School (2010 – 2011)