Meera Unnikrishnan

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist @Payworks Payroll Services Canada

Calgary, AB, CA

Led full-cycle recruitment for a high-growth Canadian SaaS company across, sales, customer service, marketing, product, finance, client training, workforce management, managed services, operations and technology functions.Partnered closely with VPs and hiring leaders to develop targeted search strategies aligned to team maturity and market dynamics.Eliminated $300k+ in agency recruiting fees through proactive sourcing and efficient talent mapping for high-impact, hard-to-fill and bilingual positions.Played a key role in the company’s 38% growth in 28 months, driven by a DEI-focused hiring approach.Advised people leaders on behavioral-based interviewing practices and inclusive candidate evaluation.Acted as the employer brand ambassador, delivering a compelling EVP through high-touch outreach, LinkedIn sourcing, industry networking and external partnerships.Mentored and coached junior team members, and collaborated with HR business partners and hiring leaders in an advisory capacity. Project lead for 3 consecutive years and collaborated with a cross-functional team for Canada’s Top 100 Employers.