Prasanna Devaguptapu
Hyderabad
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Campus Recruiter and Branding Specialist with 5 years of experience in the semiconductor industry. Proven expertise in strategic recruitment campaigns, university branding, and building strong academic partnerships. Skilled in digital marketing, event management, and data analysis to attract top talent.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
University Recruiter and Branding Specialist
Silicon Labs
11.2020 - Current
- Spearheaded end-to-end campus recruitment initiatives, overseeing talent acquisition strategies and successful hiring campaigns across tier 1-3 engineering and business schools.
- Developed strategies for acquiring young top talents from premier institutions such as IITs, NITs, VIT, RIT, and other top engineering schools.
- Produced engaging digital content, including blog posts, videos, infographics, and social media updates, to showcase company culture, employee experiences, and career opportunities.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute recruitment events including career fairs, information sessions, networking events, and campus visits.
- Exclusively managed recruitment events and programs for interns and new college graduates (NCGs), including 2-month, 6-month, and 1-year internships.
- Partnered with universities to co-host branded events such as guest lectures, panel discussions, and collaborative projects, enhancing the Silicon Labs's presence on campus.
- Monitored and analyzed employer brand metrics, such as candidate engagement, social media reach, and application rates, to measure the effectiveness of branding initiatives and make data-driven improvements.
- Organized professional development workshops and mentorship programs for interns and new graduates, supporting their career growth.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements, overseeing background verification processes and maintaining meticulous records for reporting and audit purposes.
- Designed and executed effective onboarding programs for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization.
- Maintain accurate records and prepare reports on recruitment activities, outcomes, and effectiveness to inform leadership and support strategic planning.
HR Specialist
Qualcomm
02.2019 - 11.2020
- Executed full-cycle of campus recruitment and participated in off
- campus drives for Lateral Hiring. Planned the campus recruitment process by connecting with campuses to conduct recruitment drives across India.
- Exclusively taking care of QCare, Qliving, and Idea Quest events for 2 months/6 months and 1-year interns.
- Partnered with universities to co-host branded events such as guest lectures, panel discussions, and collaborative projects, enhancing the company’s presence on campus.
- Working closely with the vendors and the Business partners on workforce management.
- Handling complete end-to-end recruitment process.
- Sourcing candidates through various job portals, job postings, Mass Mailing, Employee.
- Responsible for completing all the joining formalities and Conducting HR Induction programs and Ice breaker sessions for all the new joiners
- Responsible for Processing Candidate Reimbursement claims and notice buy-out recovery amount.
- Researching, compiling, and processing orders for employment background checks.
- Implementing and administering HR programs and initiatives for employees in employee engagement, On-boarding co-ordination, Induction, training and retention.
- Responsible for Processing Candidate Reimbursement claims and notice buy-out recovery amount.
HR Associate
Mavin Tech
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Implementing and administering HR programs and initiatives for employees in employee engagement, On-boarding co-ordination, Induction, training and retention.
- Sourcing candidatesthrough various job portals, job postings, Mass Mailing, Employe Co-ordination between Employees & Immigration Team (On-Shore).
- Collaborated with the web development team to optimize the company’s career site, ensuring it effectively communicates the employer brand and provides a seamless user experience for job seekers.
- Co-ordination with employees (on-shore and off-shore). Working on Quick-books & Follow-up with vendor Payments.
- Implementing effective motivation and reward programs, Coordinating attendance for payroll inputs for salaries and incentives.
Intern
IDBI Federal Insurance
05.2017 - 07.2017
- Handled the entire recruitment process which included sourcing, screening, shortlisting, scheduling interviews, coordinating the same, salary negotiation, extending an offer and offering to follow until the resource is on board
- Sourcing candidates through various job portals, job posting, Mass Mailing, Employee Referrals, utilizing the potential of networking site, as well as from the internal database
- Screening the candidates for availability, interest level, salary range, relocation, technical knowledge, and qualification
- Doing salary fixation/negotiation and ensuring notice period with the candidates
- Rolling out selection mail or offer letter regarding joining date
- Maintaining the database of all the candidates, shortlisted, interviewed, offered, and declined
- Implementing and administering HR programs and initiatives for employees in employee engagement, On-boarding co-ordination, Induction, training and retention.
Education
MBA - HR & Finance
ISTTM Business School
Hyderabad03.2018
Bachelor of Science -
Adikavi Nanayya University
Rajahmundry 03.2016
Skills
- Strategic Marketing and Branding
- Relationship Management
- Public Speaking and Presentation
- Digital Marketing (SEO, Social Media, Email Campaigns)
Accomplishments
- Recognized with the Best Performance Award from Qualcomm
Additional Information
- India Leader for Women@Silabs Employee Resource Group (ERG), advocating for gender equality and supporting professional development initiatives for women in the organization.
- Active member of the DEI Council, contributing to initiatives aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
- Main member of the CSR Health Group, driving initiatives and projects focused on corporate social responsibility related to health issues.
- India Leader for Masti@Silabs, contributing to employee engagement activities and fostering a positive work culture through social and recreational events.
Certification
Certificate in SourcePro Certificate Recruitment Professional & Sourcing Program
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Telugu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
University Recruiter and Branding Specialist
Silicon Labs
11.2020 - Current
HR Specialist
Qualcomm
02.2019 - 11.2020
HR Associate
Mavin Tech
09.2018 - 02.2019
Intern
IDBI Federal Insurance
05.2017 - 07.2017
MBA - HR & Finance
ISTTM Business School
Bachelor of Science -
Adikavi Nanayya University
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