Varad Deshpande
Associate - Human Resource at LRM Pvt Ltd | MBA - Finance | PGDM - Human Resources Analytics | HR & Gen-AI Enthusiast
- Role
- Associate - Talent Acquisition at Left Right Mind
- Location
- Pune Division, MH, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Varad Deshpande
Enabling organizations to grow by putting people at the center. Founder of VD…
Experience
Associate - Talent Acquisition
Mar 2025 — Present · Pune, IN
End-to-End Recruitment: Proficient in managing the complete hiring lifecycle — from requirement gathering and job postings to sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding — ensuring a seamless experience for all stakeholders. Expert in Zoho Recruit: Highly skilled in utilizing Zoho Recruit for applicant tracking, database management, interview scheduling, communication tracking, and reporting. I leverage the platform to streamline recruitment workflows, reduce time-to-hire, and enhance collaboration across teams. Multi-Channel Sourcing: Experienced in identifying and attracting top talent across industries using diverse sourcing channels — including job portals, social media platforms, employee referrals, professional networks, and internal databases. Interview Coordination & Candidate Experience: Committed to delivering a smooth, professional, and engaging interview process by maintaining effective communication, timely feedback, and a strong employer impression at every touchpoint. Talent Pipeline & Proactive Hiring: Focused on building and maintaining strong talent pools to support future hiring needs and enable quicker turnarounds for critical and niche roles. Employer Branding, Talent Branding & Candidate Engagement: Passionate about elevating employer and talent branding by fostering consistent, transparent, and engaging candidate interactions. I work to enhance company branding by positioning the organization as an employer of choice through strategic storytelling and positive candidate experiences. People & Culture Experience: Deeply invested in promoting a positive, inclusive, and value-driven workplace culture. I collaborate closely with HR and leadership teams to align hiring efforts with cultural values, support DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) initiatives, and enhance overall employee engagement and retention through culture-first recruiting practices.
Education
MIT World Peace University
Master of Business Administration - MBA
2020 — 2022
MIT School of Distance Education
PGDM -HR Analytics
2023 — 2025
Savitribai Phule Pune University
B.COM
2017 — 2020
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