Barkha Pathak
Reading,UK-
Summary
HR professional with strong experience in driving operational efficiency, talent acquisition, and administration across tech, SaaS, service, and non-profit sectors. Achieved a cost saving of £30,000 in just two months by optimizing the new starter and leaver process while reducing onboarding time from 15 to 2 days through HRIS/ATS integration. As a founding team member, scaled the team globally from 12 to 50 through targeted recruitment strategies, successfully placing 20+ candidates and leading over 200 team activities that enhanced engagement, achieving the ‘Great Place to Work' certificate. Currently pursuing CIPD Level 5 and volunteering as an HR Executive at HAPHE. Seeking HR/recruitment role to leverage global experience to deliver measurable, strategic impact.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR generalist
Aspect
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted with end-to-end HR operations for 400+ employees, supporting recruitment, onboarding, exit management, leave and absence management, administration, and compliance with UK employment law
- Reduced time-to-hire by 20% by integrating ATS, streamlining candidate screening, and improving interview scheduling
- Coordinated volume recruitment efforts for remote and in-office roles, including job postings, candidate shortlisting, and interview scheduling
- Saved £30,000 in 2 months by optimizing new starter and leaver process and automating background/reference checks
- Conducted right-to-work and background checks on office employees and engineers, achieving zero discrepancies
- Resolved complex employee relations cases (e.g., grievances, disciplinary actions), ensuring adherence to UK labour regulations in consultation with ACAS, legal team, and Croner
- Worked alongside the finance team to help process payroll and benefits for UK and international staff
- Helped organize town halls and engagement activities, contributing to team-building efforts
HR consultant (part-time)
Grene Robotics
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Cut onboarding time from 15 to 2 days by automating the documentation process and introducing pre-boarding checklists, enhancing the candidate experience.
- Led the implementation of change initiatives designed to optimize HR processes and enhance governance frameworks, contributing to smoother operations.
- Suggested and integrated (HRIS and ATS ), which streamlined routine tasks and improved overall operational efficiency.
- Utilised strong communication and problem-solving skills to liaise with diverse stakeholders, ensuring a culturally competent approach and a strategic mindset.
- Reviewed and renewed company policies , ensuring strict legal compliance across all business activities.
HR generalist
CustomerGlu
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Built HR department from scratch, including process and policies, as one of the founding team members
- Scaled the team from 12 to 50 employees across APAC, EU, and UK within a year by implementing ATS and driving volume recruitment efficiency for tech and non-tech roles
- Enhanced the company's visibility, achieving #1 on Product Hunt , which improved candidate quality and customer attraction
- Achieved an annual savings of 500k for the company by automating HR functions through the integration of HRIS and ATS
- Worked alongside key stakeholders to enhance business credibility
HR and talent acquisition
Freelancer
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Acquired and managed clients , providing recruitment solutions tailored to their hiring needs
- Led remote hiring initiatives , sourcing, screening, and placing candidates for client organizations across various roles
- Provided end-to-end recruitment support, including interview coordination, offer negotiation, and onboarding assistance, successfully placing 20+ candidates
HR executive
Coditas Technologies
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Designed a remote onboarding program for 70+ graduates during COVID-19, achieving 95% retention through pre-onboarding workflows and buddy systems
- Collaborated with marketing to develop employer branding strategies, earning the company ' Great Place to Work' certification
- Conducted final stage interview rounds for the selected candidates
- Conducted quarterly engagement surveys and implemented improvements, boosting satisfaction and improving culture
- Organised 200+ remote and offline team-building activities leading t increased productivity.
- Managed HR databases and payroll for 200+ employees, ensuring 100% data accuracy
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Events
National Institute of Event Management
Pune, India 06.2016 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Entrepreneurship
St. Mira's College
Pune, India 04.2013 - 04.2016
Skills
- HR Operations: Employee lifecycle management, policy and process improvement
- Talent Acquisition & Recruitment: End-to-end recruitment strategies, employer branding, inclusive hiring practices and diversity initiatives
- Administrative & Compliance: Benefits and payroll administration, Documentation and database management, UK Employment law and regulatory compliance, HR governance and process optimization
- Strategic HR: Workforce planning, change management, HR metrics analysis, and Project management
- Employee Relations & Engagement: Disciplinary procedures and grievance handling, performance management, and employee engagement strategies
- Core Soft Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, adaptability, and leadership
Right to work
No Sponsorship Required
Volunteer
HR Executive | HAPHE (Mental Health Advocacy) | 01/2025 – Present
Contributing to a short film project aimed at reducing trauma-induced depression in the UK. Assisting in developing recruitment strategies, including designing jobs, posting, shortlisting, and onboarding candidates. Collaborating with project leaders to allocate team members effectively and support onboarding programs to integrate new volunteers seamlessly.
HR Administrator | Agrim Global Solutions | 11/2023 – 05/2024
Enhanced recruitment efficiency by managing job postings, CV screening, and interview coordination. Maintained accurate HR databases in compliance with GDPR, conducted right-to-work checks, supported policy development, and provided comprehensive administrative assistance.
Certification
- CIPD Level 5 in People Management | Ongoing (Expected Feb 2026)
- Diploma in HR Management | Udemy | 2023
- Bootcamp in Strategic Startup and Digital-First HR | Skill Arbitrage | 2023
Technical Skills
- HRIS/ATS : BrightHR, BreatheHR, Workday, Paybooks, RazorPay, Greenhouse, Lever, Zoho, and Keka
- Job Boards : LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, CV Library
- Collaboration Tools : MS Office 365 (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), Google Workspace, Slack, Trello, Zoom, Notion, Jira, Salesforce, Monday, Miro, and Canva
Timeline
HR generalist
Aspect
06.2024 - 08.2024
HR consultant (part-time)
Grene Robotics
06.2023 - 10.2023
HR generalist
CustomerGlu
08.2021 - 03.2023
HR and talent acquisition
Freelancer
03.2021 - 07.2021
HR executive
Coditas Technologies
01.2019 - 02.2021
Postgraduate Diploma - Events
National Institute of Event Management
06.2016 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Entrepreneurship
St. Mira's College
04.2013 - 04.2016
- CIPD Level 5 in People Management | Ongoing (Expected Feb 2026)
- Diploma in HR Management | Udemy | 2023
- Bootcamp in Strategic Startup and Digital-First HR | Skill Arbitrage | 2023
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