Mar 2022 – Feb 2025 · 2 yrs 11 mos

• Drive leadership hiring, niche skill headhunting, and high‑volume recruitment for permanent, contract‑to‑hire, and contractual positions.
• Define and implement recruitment strategies for varied projects, aligning with organizational goals and manpower plans in consultation with business heads.
• Manage the complete end‑to‑end recruitment lifecycle — from sourcing and screening to salary negotiation, offer management, onboarding, and post‑hire support.
• Oversee employee referral programs and social recruiting initiatives, achieving 30%+ closures via LinkedIn and networking channels.
• Conduct detailed hiring needs analyses to create accurate manpower forecasts and talent pipelines for current and anticipated requirements.
• Provide hiring managers with actionable market intelligence on talent availability, industry trends, and competitive salary data.
• Design and execute structured selection processes, including multi‑stage interviews and assessments, to identify and secure top talent.
• Partner with senior leadership (Partners, Directors) to fulfill high‑impact and strategic positions.
• Create and present KPI dashboards and recruitment analytics to track performance, optimize processes, and improve time‑to‑fill.
• Utilize ATS tools (Fieldglass, JobDiva) and diverse recruitment platforms (job portals, internal databases, social networks) to maximize sourcing efficiency.
• Prepare and manage manpower budgets, ensuring cost‑effective hiring across regions and levels — entry, mid, and senior.
• Maintain comprehensive candidate databases and trackers to support talent mapping and proactive recruitment.

Aug 2021 – Mar 2022 · 7 mos

• Led and mentored a high‑performing team of 10 recruiters to deliver strategic hiring solutions across global regions, including North America, Dubai, India, Mexico, and Canada.
• Specialized in full‑time and contract recruitment, managing the complete talent acquisition lifecycle from requisition to onboarding.
• Utilized advanced sourcing techniques — LinkedIn, job portals, X‑ray search — supported by robust market intelligence to identify and engage top talent.
• Collaborated closely with PMO teams to align resource planning with project timelines and business priorities.
• Proficient in ATS tools and recruitment platforms with hands‑on expertise in requirement gathering, candidate screening, interview coordination, and offer management.
• Successfully placed high‑caliber professionals across diverse functions and seniority levels, ensuring alignment with client needs, timelines, and budget.

May 2021 – Jul 2021 · 2 mos · Greater Bengaluru Area · On-site

• Manage end‑to‑end recruitment lifecycle for US‑based Bank positions, including requirement analysis, sourcing, screening, selection, negotiation, and onboarding.
• Source qualified candidates through job boards (Dice, Monster, CareerBuilder), professional networks (LinkedIn), database mining, referrals, and cold calling.
• Engage with vendors and consulting firms for C2C requirements, ensuring compliance with US work authorization policies (H1B, GC, USC, OPT, CPT, TN).
• Handle W2 recruitment by directly engaging with candidates, managing payroll considerations, and explaining contract terms and benefits.
• Negotiate hourly rates and contract terms with both candidates and vendors to ensure competitive, win‑win agreements.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates, clients, and technical panels, maintaining a high level of communication and professionalism.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of pre‑qualified IT talent for frequently requested skill sets like Java, .NET, Data Engineering, Cloud Technologies, and Cybersecurity.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records in ATS systems and ensure all compliance documentation is completed under US labor and immigration regulations.
• Collaborate closely with account managers and clients to understand job requirements, project goals, and timelines, delivering candidates who fit both technical and cultural needs.
• Track and report on recruitment metrics such as submittals, interview‑to‑hire ratio, and time‑to‑fill to drive continuous process improvement

Feb 2020 – May 2021 · 1 yr 3 mos · India · Remote

• Led and mentored a team in advanced sourcing strategies, with deep expertise in Boolean search and targeted talent identification.
• Utilized multiple acquisition channels — job portals, LinkedIn, X‑ray search, and internal ATS — to source high‑caliber candidates.
• Managed the full recruitment lifecycle, from requirement gathering to client interview scheduling, ensuring a streamlined and efficient process.
• Reviewed and refined candidate resumes to ensure accurate representation of skills and alignment with client needs.
• Assessed candidate mobility and role readiness, including willingness to relocate and immediate availability.
• Negotiated compensation packages with consultants and developed a robust referral network to expand sourcing reach.
• Implemented submission strategies that guaranteed the timely delivery of qualified profiles for all client requirements.
• Oversaw the end‑to‑end hiring process, including screening, shortlisting, interview coordination, offer management, closures, and reference checks.
• Successfully recruited for diverse technical and leadership roles, including Architects, DBAs, Developers, Testers, Project Managers, Business Analysts, System Administrators, Java and .NET professionals.
• Managed recruitment operations for key client accounts IT, BFSI, Healthcare & more, ensuring consistent delivery and satisfaction.

Apr 2018 – Jan 2020 · 1 yr 9 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

• Led end‑to‑end hiring for diverse technical roles, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Sourced talent via Boolean search, job portals, LinkedIn, and ATS.
• Partnered with hiring managers to define roles and selection criteria.
• Screened, shortlisted, and coordinated interviews for technical and leadership positions.
• Negotiated offers and maintained a strong referral network.
• Built talent pipelines, reducing time‑to‑fill and improving hiring efficiency.

Apr 2017 – Mar 2018 · 11 mos · India · On-site

• Attracted top talent via targeted ads, recruiter partnerships, and job boards.
• Reviewed resumes to ensure alignment with role requirements.
• Assessed relocation readiness and role availability.
• Negotiated offers and built a strong referral network.
• Managed full‑cycle recruitment: screening, technical evaluation, interviews, offers, and closures.
• Placed IT professionals across Java, .NET, QA, and SAP roles for clients in IT, Telecom & BFSI Sectors

Jul 2013 – Feb 2015 · 1 yr 7 mos · Delhi, India · On-site

• Drove full‑cycle hiring for technical and non‑technical roles, achieving 90%+ closure rate across multiple geographies.
• Matched candidate skills to client needs with precision, reducing time‑to‑fill by 20% through targeted sourcing and efficient screening.
• Expanded candidate pipelines via referral networks and consultant partnerships, boosting qualified applicant flow by 30%.
• Facilitated seamless onboarding by validating candidate readiness, relocation flexibility, and cultural fit.
• Successfully placed talent from entry‑level to leadership positions, including niche roles in Java, .NET, Architecture, DBA, and Project Management.