Talent Acquisition Project Coordinator

K.L.Narasimha Rao

**************@*****.*** (91-994******* https://www.linkedin.com/in/laxmi-narasimha-rao-kurapati-

15a13723a Chennai, Tamilnadu

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in talent acquisition, client relationship management, quality and process governance, and project management. Proven ability to source and secure top talent across various industries, adept at managing the full recruitment lifecycle to ensure high levels of client and candidate satisfaction. Skilled in contract analysis and account quality management, with a strong background in implementing quality management systems and leading cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.

WORK EXPERIENCE

B4B Solutions Pvt Ltd Hyderabad, Telangana

Recruitment/Talent Acquisition July 2022 to Presen

UNDP – LAOS video conferencing project :

Identified and recruited a local project coordinator who can speak in locallanguage and translate back the same to us in english for implementation.

Identifying and finalising a partner company as local partner in LAOS for the project using Linked-in.

UNDP – Indonesia – Deep Listening Tool project :

Leveraged Indeed and LinkedIn to recruit a bilingual Business Analyst proficient in Bahasa and English, enhancing local project presence.

Managed end-to-end recruitment of a WordPress Developer, from job advertisement to candidate selection, ensuring a seamless hiring process.

Sourced, attracted, and hired top technical talent, aligning recruitment strategies with company objectives in a dynamic environment.

Utilized diverse sourcing methods—including job boards, social media, networking events, and employee referrals—to identify qualified candidates.

Conducted initial screening interviews to evaluate technical competencies, experience, and cultural fit of potential hires.

Coordinated interviews between candidates and hiring managers, facilitating a smooth and positive experience for all stakeholders.

Negotiated employment terms, including salary and benefits, to secure top talent for the organization.

Maintained a comprehensive candidate database, tracking interactions and feedback to ensure a robust talent pipeline.

Stayed abreast of industry trends and best practices in technical recruiting to continually enhance hiring processes.

Managed the complete employee lifecycle, from onboarding to exit, ensuring smooth transitions and positive experiences.

Executed talent acquisition strategies based on job specifications, completing the onboarding process within established timeframes.

Developed innovative talent management and engagement strategies, effectively reducing attrition through enhanced employee involvement.

B4B Solutions Pvt Ltd, Hyderabad Hyderabad, Telangana

Software Test Engineer/Project Coordinator July 2022 to Present

Projects: APTAMED, UNDP – LAOS – Video conference software, UNDP INDONESIA – Listening software, TRIHMS Website

Collaborated closely with business leaders to achieve project delivery targets for the E-HRMIS system managed by C-DAC Silchar.

Maintained and updated WordPress websites by adding content, notices, tenders, new departments, and main menu tabs as per client requests.

Coordinated daily activities between developers and UNDP clients, providing regular status updates on project progress.

Conducted software testing and promptly communicated issues to the development team for resolution.

Served as the primary liaison between clients and the development team, attending meetings and ensuring clear communication.

Monitored client-led software training sessions for teams in schools and villages, ensuring effective knowledge transfer.

Collaborated with onsite coordinators to address client-reported issues, facilitating timely solutions.

Tracked project deliverables to ensure timely and successful completion.

Reviewed Functional Requirement Specifications (FRS), System Requirement Specifications (SRS), use cases, and prototypes, securing client approvals.

Bow and Baan Technology Solutions Limited Chennai, Tamilnadu

Recruiter July 2022 to Present

Led the end-to-end recruitment process for developers and testers, from job advertisement to candidate onboarding, ensuring timely and quality hires.

Developed comprehensive job descriptions in collaboration with functional leaders and managers to accurately reflect position requirements.

Posted job openings on platforms such as LinkedIn, Naukri, and Indeed, effectively reaching a wide pool of potential candidates.

Collected and organized candidate applications, systematically shortlisting them based on required qualifications and experience.

Conducted initial interview rounds, assessing candidate suitability before advancing them to technical interviews.

Coordinated communication with selected candidates, extending offers and facilitating a seamless onboarding process.

Bow and Baan Technology Solutions Limited Chennai, Tamilnadu

Contracts Anayst/Tendering July 2022 to Present

Work on selected tenders and related documentation like technical proposals, estimations, updated related work experience, Involved in tendering process, preparing technical proposals, understanding documents, financial proposals for tenders, milestone charts

Bow and Baan Technology Solutions Limited Chennai, Tamilnadu

Manual Software Tester/Quality Analyst July 2022 to Present

Projects: Online Student Counselling Management System, Website Development Testing

Clients : SVVU, TANUVAS, MAFSU, IIM-BG, VTU, MFL, IIM Shillong, nhinp.org, boomerangcare.com

Responsibilities and Achievements :

Collaborated with business leaders and project teams to align testing strategies with project execution and quality assurance goals.

Performed thorough test planning, execution, and reporting to ensure software functionality met business and technical requirements.

Conducted regular training sessions for QA best practices, test case design, and defect management to enhance team efficiency.

Measured software quality effectiveness through defect trends, root cause analysis, and continuous process improvements.

Partnered with developers and business analysts to define test requirements, clarify scope, and ensure complete coverage.

Worked independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong analytical skills and attention to detail in defect identification.

Reviewed project documents, test plans, and SLA compliance to ensure software quality met business expectations.

Acted as a key point of contact for quality updates, providing timely defect reports and status updates to stakeholders.

Identified testing process gaps and implemented best practices to improve testing efficiency and software reliability.

Developed comprehensive test cases, test scripts, and test execution plans for functional, regression, and UAT testing.

Led defect tracking, reporting, and root cause analysis, ensuring quick resolution and minimal impact on project timelines.

Ensured adherence to quality standards, including GIGW, OWASP, and NIC checklist compliance, to mitigate security risks.

Assisted in hiring QA team members, conducting technical assessments and interviews to ensure skilled resource selection.

Conducted requirement analysis sessions with business stakeholders and facilitated user acceptance testing (UAT).

Played a key role in transitioning IIM Shillong’s website testing from Waterfall to Agile, improving test efficiency and defect resolution.

Facilitated Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups, ensuring smooth QA integration.

Tracked and communicated testing progress, ensuring transparency in defect trends and sprint quality status.

Collaborated with the Product Owner and development teams to refine user stories, acceptance criteria, and test scope.

Monitored defect trends, test execution progress, and release readiness to optimize QA performance in Agile environments.

L&T Infotech Ltd Chennai, Tamilnadu

Account Quality Manager/Quality Leader/Auditing Oct'08 – Mar'16

Clients : INGRAM, PROS, Apple, Microsoft, Caterpillar, International Rectifiers

Responsibilities :

Defined quality objectives and project scope, ensuring alignment with software quality assurance (SQA) standards and business goals.

Maintained a strong understanding of software testing methodologies, automation tools, and industry best practices to provide informed quality guidance.

Worked closely with the development team to identify defects, implement root cause analysis, and support issue resolution in alignment with quality assurance processes.

Tracked and effectively communicated quality metrics, test coverage, and defect trends to all stakeholders, ensuring transparency in the software development life cycle (SDLC).

Collaborated with the Product Owner on backlog grooming, ensuring testability, well-defined acceptance criteria, and traceability to requirements.

Identified potential quality risks, developed mitigation strategies, and monitored risks throughout the software testing lifecycle (STLC).

Ensured stakeholder expectations were aligned with quality assurance deliverables, defect resolution timelines, and compliance requirements.

Defined and enforced software quality standards, implementing continuous integration, test automation, and process improvement initiatives.

Conducted quality audits, test reviews, and compliance checks to maintain high software reliability and performance.

Managed changes to test strategies, automation frameworks, and defect management processes, evaluating their impact and obtaining necessary approvals.

Analyzed software quality performance using key metrics such as defect density, escape rate, and test pass percentage, implementing corrective actions to improve testing efficiency.

Ensured successful completion of all software testing deliverables, obtaining formal stakeholder acceptance for test exit criteria and release readiness.

Conducted post-release reviews and retrospectives to identify lessons learned and best practices for continuous quality improvement.

Led project closure activities, finalizing test reports, documenting defect root causes, and ensuring lessons learned were integrated into future quality plans.

Hands-on experience in ITIL-based quality assurance processes, incident management, and root cause analysis for software process improvements.

Defined, developed, and maintained Software Quality Management Systems (QMS) in compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, and CMMI Level 5 standards.

Established quality benchmarks and compliance metrics, training teams for internal and external software audits, including ISO and CMMI assessments.

Conducted internal process audits, work product reviews, and software configuration audits, preparing corporate compliance reports.

Led CMMI appraisals and process maturity assessments, utilizing data-driven quality baselining techniques with Minitab.

Conducted corporate and project-level training on software quality frameworks, risk-based testing, and decision analysis methodologies.

Performed software risk analysis, engaging with senior management to proactively identify and mitigate quality, process, and security risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Freescale Engagement – Maintenance & Support, Chennai City, State/Country

Project Leader Mar 2003 – Sept 2008

Ensured continuous service improvement (CSI) by monitoring project activities, proactively addressing gaps, and maintaining zero non-compliance in process and work product audits.

Defined project scope, objectives, and key deliverables, aligning them with business and stakeholder expectations.

Developed and maintained a comprehensive project plan, including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and risk assessments.

Identified and managed project dependencies and critical paths, ensuring seamless execution and timely delivery.

Assembled and led a high-performing project team, assigning roles, responsibilities, and ensuring accountability.

Maintained strong technical awareness of the software being developed, enabling effective decision-making and guidance.

Collaborated closely with the development team, addressing technical challenges, facilitating resolutions, and ensuring project success.

Organized and facilitated Agile project ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, retrospectives, and release planning.

Tracked and effectively communicated project progress, sprint/release status, and key metrics to all relevant teams and senior management.

Worked closely with the Product Owner on backlog grooming, ensuring prioritization, well-defined acceptance criteria, and readiness for estimation.

Optimized resource allocation, ensuring efficient utilization of personnel, infrastructure, and materials while balancing workloads.

Monitored and controlled project expenditures, ensuring adherence to budgets and cost efficiency.

Proactively identified project risks, developed mitigation strategies, and implemented contingency plans to ensure minimal disruptions.

Continuously monitored risks throughout the project lifecycle, taking corrective actions when needed to prevent project roadblocks.

Provided clear, concise, and timely project updates, keeping stakeholders, clients, and senior management informed of progress, risks, and issues.

Ensured stakeholder expectations were aligned with project goals and deliverables, fostering transparency and collaboration.

Led client operational review meetings, ensuring adherence to stringent SLAs and high-quality deliverables across all project phases.

Drove process improvement initiatives by introducing the IQL initiative, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness within the project.

Managed development and maintenance support for Finance (Accounts Receivable) applications, ensuring stability and functionality.

Conducted knowledge transfer sessions and provided ongoing technical support, fostering a learning culture within the team.

Proactively addressed team concerns, managed risks, and resolved critical issues by escalating when necessary and engaging senior leadership.

Led risk and issue management efforts, ensuring timely identification, assessment, and resolution to maintain project stability.

EDUCATION

Degree in Area of Study, Name of University/College Month & Year Earned

B.E(CIVIL)

University Name - Osmania University, Hyderabad

SKILLS

Technical and Industry Skills

Applied agile methodologies and managed sprints to optimize project workflows.

Conducted project baselining using Minitab, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2008, ISO 20000, ISO 27001 standards, and CMMI-DEV V1.3, CMMI-SVC V1.3 frameworks.

Performed internal audits to assess quality process compliance and effectiveness, enhancing software quality assurance through comprehensive reviews and audits.

Executed functional, security, usability, performance, and interface testing for websites, web applications, and responsive mobile sites.

Cultivated strong client relationships, ensuring alignment with project objectives and client satisfaction.

Directed project management initiatives, overseeing timelines, resources, and deliverables to successful completion.

Fostered team building and leadership, mentoring members to achieve project goals collaboratively.

Developed and delivered end-user training and documentation to facilitate seamless adoption of new systems and processes.

Hard Skills :

Tools /DB/Packages - HP QTP/UFT, Wordpress, SQL

Programming Language - Python,

Operating System - Windows 2000/XP,OS/390,

Hardware Platforms - IBM S 390, IBM PC Compatibles

Soft skills

Effective communication Active listening Willingness to learn Critical thinking Open-mindedness Adaptability Conflict resolution Negotiating Project management Time management Problem solving

ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS

Trainings Attended:

Introduction to CMMI – DEV V1.2 from QAI.

Internal Auditor training on ITSM as per ISO/IEC 20000:2005 standard from DNV.Certificate of Appreciation for ATM role during CMMI-DEV V1.2 appraisal.

Team performance Award for appraisal on CMMI.

Best Managed Project Award(Eagle Award).

GLOBAL LO project has received Eagle award 1st prize.

CERTIFICATIONS

Name of Certification, Awarding Body (if applicable) Month & Year Earned

Certified in ITIL V3(foundation), IPMA - Level D, Six Sigma Green belt and Six Sigma Black belt.

ISO Audits(standards – ISO9001, ISO2000, ISO27000) and CMMI Appraisals(CMMI-DEV V1.3 L5, CMMI-SVC V1.3 L5)

Contact this candidate