Vikas Gaikwad

Head of Talent

Pune, Maharashtra, India19 yrs 3 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

16+ years of global talent acquisition experience.
Expert in strategic workforce planning and employer branding.
Proven track record in building high-performing teams.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition expert with extensive experience in strategic HR and employer branding.

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Skills

Core Skills

Talent AcquisitionEmployer Branding

Other Skills

Analytical SkillsBPOBusiness AcumenBusiness DevelopmentCRMCandidate Experience EnhancementCommunicationCompliance and RegulationsConsultingContinuous ImprovementContract RecruitmentDigital MarketingDigital TransformationEntrepreneurshipExecutive Search

About

Dynamic and results-driven TA professional with 16+ years of experience leading global talent acquisition initiatives across EMEA, DACH, UK, UAE, and India. Proven expertise in full-cycle recruitment, stakeholder management, employer branding, and strategic workforce planning. Adept at building high-performing teams and optimizing hiring processes to align with business goals.

Experience

Thinkproject

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Jan 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 2 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India

Specialized Talent Acquisition Expertise · International Talent Sourcing
Sales & Technical Recruitment across India, EMEA & UAE
Strategic HR Marketing
Building Employer Branding
Delivering prompt, data-driven reports to Management using automated systems and Excel.
Strategizing Fulfillment activities in alignment with project demands.
Engaging with internal stakeholders to grasp Hiring/Onboarding needs.
Overseeing Offer Negotiation and Generation processes

RecruitingEmployer BrandingExecutive SearchTalent AcquisitionAnalytical SkillsTechnical Recruiting+3

Sigma hr solutions

Head of Talent Acquisition

Nov 2011 – Dec 2021 · 10 yrs 1 mo · Pune/Pimpri-Chinchwad Area

Accomplished Head of Talent Acquisition with a track record in building high-performing teams and implementing strategic hiring initiatives. Proficient in devising innovative recruitment strategies, fostering strong employer branding, and driving the full recruitment lifecycle. Skilled in leading global talent acquisition efforts, leveraging cutting-edge methodologies to attract top-tier talent and enhance organizational growth. Passionate about creating impactful talent solutions that drive company success.
Key Competencies and Experience
Specialized in HR Recruitment: Headhunting, Passive and Mobile Hiring
Proactive involvement in Strategic HR Planning
Proficiency in HR Policies & Procedures
Skilled in Staff Recruitment and Induction processes
Administration of HRMS Databases
Expertise in Employee Engagement & Event Management
Experience in Client and External Agency Collaboration