Harjit Shoker
About Harjit Shoker
Harjit Shoker is the Resourcing Employer Brand & EDI Manager at Arup, with extensive experience in recruitment and talent management.
Current Position: Resourcing Employer Brand & EDI Manager at Arup
Harjit Shoker is currently working at Arup, serving as the Resourcing Employer Brand & EDI Manager. Since 2020, Harjit has been responsible for managing employer branding initiatives as well as equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) efforts within the organization. This role focuses on enhancing the company's reputation as an employer of choice and ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Previous Roles at Arup
Before assuming his current role, Harjit Shoker worked at Arup as a Resourcing Operations Manager from 2017 to 2020. In this position, he handled various recruitment operations and processes. This experience has provided Harjit with a solid foundation in resourcing management and has significantly contributed to his current role.
Career at Aurora Ventures and Convergence Group
Harjit Shoker briefly worked at Aurora Ventures as a Talent Manager in 2017 for two months. He then moved to Convergence Group where he held the position of Recruitment Manager from 2016 to 2017 for nine months. During his tenure at Convergence Group, Harjit was based in Solihull and was responsible for recruitment management.
Tenure at Atkins
Harjit Shoker has an extensive history with Atkins, where he served in two significant roles. From 2012 to 2016, he was a Talent Attraction Analyst, focusing on attracting top talent. Prior to that, he was a Resourcing Advisor from 2007 to 2012, which involved advising on resourcing strategies and practices.
Early Career at Hays RM
Harjit Shoker began his career at Hays RM, working as a Recruitment Co-ordinator from 2006 to 2007. He then progressed to become a Senior Recruitment Consultant, a role he held from 2001 to 2006. During his time at Hays RM, he garnered significant experience in recruitment coordination and consultancy.
Education in Marketing and Human Resources
Harjit Shoker holds a BA Honours degree in Marketing and Human Resources from Wolverhampton University, where he graduated with a 2:1. He studied there from 1998 to 2001. His education has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of both marketing and human resource management concepts.
Skills and Expertise
Harjit Shoker has extensive expertise in utilizing Taleo for recruitment processes, skillfully leveraging this software to streamline hiring activities. Additionally, he possesses notable proficiency in PPC Google for employer branding. Harjit has also managed social media platforms, including Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram, to bolster employer branding and engagement.