Umesh Kumar

Head of Talent

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India19 yrs 3 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Over 15 years of experience in talent acquisition.
Successfully launched recruitment in new markets.
Recognized for driving high-impact hiring outcomes.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic talent acquisition leader in the FinTech and E-commerce sectors.

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Skills

Core Skills

Talent AcquisitionEmployer BrandingMarket ExpansionExecutive SearchClient ManagementProcess OptimizationRecruitment Strategy

Other Skills

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)Benefits NegotiationBusiness DevelopmentBusiness Process ImprovementCandidate ExperienceClient PartnershipsClient Relationships StrengtheningClient ServicingCommunicationCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Data-backed Workforce PlanningDecision-MakingEmployee EngagementEmployee Referral ProgramsEmployee Relations

About

Transforming recruitment into a strategic business enabler — that’s the lens through which I approach talent. With over 15 years of experience across FinTech, E-commerce, and Consulting, I specialize in designing and leading scalable talent strategies across India, Southeast Asia, and Middle East. Currently at Pine Labs, I head multi-vertical and multi-geography hiring — from leadership mandates to campus programs — while driving process innovation, employer branding, and data-backed workforce planning. My career has been defined by: • Building high-performing TA teams across borders • Launching Greenfield recruitment in new markets (SEA, Middle East) • Partnering with business leaders to align hiring with growth goals • Driving diversity, inclusion, and candidate experience at scale Always open to connecting with leaders passionate about reimagining how organizations attract, engage, and retain talent globally. Let’s connect.

Experience

Pine labs

Manager Human Resource

Feb 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 1 mo · Greater Bengaluru Area

At Pine Labs, I lead global talent acquisition, spearheading the end-to-end hiring strategy across India, Southeast Asia, Australia, the Middle East, and the United States. My focus lies in aligning recruitment efforts with business priorities while building scalable, compliant, and regionally tailored hiring frameworks.
I’ve successfully launched Greenfield recruitment initiatives, campus partnerships in Southeast Asia, and built robust leadership pipelines across diverse geographies. Leading a high-performing team of recruiters, I drive hiring across strategic business verticals, including POS, BNPL, Payment Gateway, Issuing, and Lending, spanning roles from early talent to executive leadership.
My contributions extend beyond hiring. I’ve led the implementation of our global ATS, streamlined onboarding processes, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to boost hiring efficiency and consistency. Through targeted employer branding campaigns and enhanced candidate experiences, I’ve helped position Pine Labs as an employer of choice in emerging markets.
Additionally, I actively contribute to workforce planning, hiring budget management, and employee engagement, including the design of recognition programs and talent strategies aligned with business goals. Recognized twice as Employee of the Quarter, I take pride in driving high-impact, data-informed hiring outcomes that fuel long-term business growth.

Business Process ImprovementTechnical RecruitingEmployer BrandingData-backed Workforce PlanningTalent Acquisition

Eclerx

Senior Consultant

Apr 2021 – Feb 2022 · 10 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Whitetrail advisors

Senior Consultant

Nov 2019 – Apr 2021 · 1 yr 5 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka

As a Senior Consultant – Leadership & Lateral Hiring, I transitioned into Executive Search / Recruitment Consulting, driving mandate fulfilment for clients and taking a lead role in Key Account Management and Client Servicing. Partnered closely with startups and high-growth companies across sectors like Travel, Food, Retail, EdTech, Fintech, and e-Commerce to shape their talent strategies and build strong leadership teams. I specialized in hiring for niche and senior roles across technology, product, design, and digital functions—ranging from Engineering Managers and CTOs to Heads of Product and Marketing.
Moreover, I streamlined recruitment processes to enhance candidate quality, drove operational efficiency, and implemented cost-effective hiring methodologies, including building a robust internal talent database. My consultative approach helped strengthen client relationships, ensuring steady business and new client wins.

Executive SearchClient ServicingRecruitment ConsultingClient Management

Aeries technology group

Talent Acquisition Manager

Aug 2018 – Jun 2019 · 10 mos · Bangalore

As a Talent Acquisition Manager, I led global recruitment and HR operations, driving strategic hiring initiatives and optimizing processes across multiple business units. I successfully implemented an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to improve hiring efficiency and delivered strong results, including the closure of 40+ niche roles in Robotics within six months. This achievement earned recognition from the CEO for its business impact.
In addition to recruitment execution, I collaborated closely with senior leadership on workforce planning, policy development, and talent strategy, ensuring alignment with long-term organizational goals.

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)Workforce PlanningPolicy DevelopmentTalent AcquisitionProcess Optimization

New era india

Asst. Vice President-New Era India(An en world Group Company)

Jun 2009 – Apr 2018 · 8 yrs 10 mos · Bangalore Area, India

Over the course of nearly 9 years, I advanced into a senior leadership role, driving recruitment strategy across IT and non-IT domains, including E-commerce, Semiconductors, Storage, Networking, and Service-based industries. I led end-to-end talent acquisition for Fortune 500 clients, managing a 55-member team and delivering across permanent, contract, and RPO models.
Consistently exceeding performance benchmarks, I was honored with a top recognition award that included a car. I played a key role in scaling recruitment operations, strengthening client partnerships, and building high-performing, business-aligned hiring functions that delivered measurable impact.

Recruitment StrategyClient PartnershipsTeam ManagementTalent AcquisitionClient Management