Mar 2021 – Present · 5 yrs

• Partner with founders, CXOs, and investors to understand hiring needs and business context.
• Act as a strategic talent advisor for scaling consumer internet and venture-backed startups.
• Conduct market mapping and talent intelligence for specific functions and geographies.
• Build and drive end-to-end search strategies for mid to senior-level mandates across tech (CTO, VP Engg), product (CPO, Product Heads), and business functions (Marketing, Growth, Finance, Supply Chain).
• Develop target candidate lists through research, networking, and competitive benchmarking.
• Engage in active headhunting and passive talent outreach using personalized, role-specific messaging.
• Conduct structured evaluations to assess technical expertise, cultural fit, and leadership potential.
• Manage candidate experience through transparent communication and timely follow-ups.
• Advise candidates on role clarity, equity compensation, and career trajectory within high-growth environments.
• Serve as a consultative bridge between client expectations and market realities.
• Manage multiple mandates in parallel with high responsiveness and strategic prioritization.
• Regularly update clients on search progress through weekly reports, talent insights, and feedback loops.
• Track and report hiring metrics (TAT, conversion, source effectiveness) for internal review.
• Stay current on hiring trends in tech/product/business leadership across India & ME regions.
• Represent client brands authentically in the talent market, helping early-stage startups articulate their EVP (employer value proposition).
• Build long-term relationships with high-potential talent for future opportunities.