Dec 2022 – Present · 3 yrs 3 mos

• Developing and implementing HR strategies that align with the business goals and objectives of Capgemini Engineering (Industry Expertise - Consumer Packaging, Retail, Supply Chain Distribution and Transportation, Energy, Utilities, Chemicals, Natural Resources, Mining, Telecom and networks, Life-sciences, and Manufacturing)
• Leading and managing a team of recruiters to deliver on hiring targets, ensuring that the recruitment process is efficient, effective, and compliant with relevant regulations and policies.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, senior leaders, and executives to design and implement HR strategies, programs, and initiatives that advanced organizational values and objectives.
• Spearheaded a team of HR specialists, nurturing a collaborative and supportive workplace ambiance, all the while upholding rigorous performance benchmarks to ensure conformity with labor laws and regulations.
• Partnered with leaders to identify, develop, and elevate the performance of potential resources across the organization, resulting in improved bench strength.
• Leveraging technology and analytics to drive efficient processes, including the use of ATS, assessment tools, and workforce metrics.
• Building and maintaining a strong employer brand that positions Capgemini Engineering as an employer of choice in the marketplace.
• Delivering training programs for hiring managers and recruiters to ensure a consistent and effective HR process across the organization.
• Participating in broader HR initiatives and projects, as required, to support the overall success of the organization.
• Overall, as a Human Resource Leader for Capgemini Engineering, developing and implement effective talent strategies, strategically building strong relationships with stakeholders, and leveraging technology and data, Working to attract and retain top talent, drive efficiencies, and position Capgemini Engineering as an employer of choice in the marketplace.

Feb 2022 – Nov 2022 · 9 mos

• Build and manage a candidate pipeline by leveraging social media, industry partnerships, professional associations and contacts and to ensure that Capgemini Engineering attracts the best possible talent in Australia & New Zealand Market
• Attract, develop and retain a Talent Acquisition team of all levels and capabilities.
• Deliver ongoing reports to track results, progress to goal, impact, hiring quality and cost-effectiveness of the Recruiting team.
• Proactively communicate strategy updates and productivity to leadership and hiring teams.
• Provide expert guidance to our leaders and hiring managers to attract, select, onboard, and retain highly skilled diverse candidates.
• Meaningfully contribute to organization planning and design, and implement and maintain processes, tools, and systems needed to scale and support the recruiting team in the short and long-term (Project for Innovations for Talent Branding & Process Improvements & Exclusive Diversity Hiring).
• Building trusted relationships with people at all levels, across multiple functions, and in all geographies.
• Having a strong point of view on how diversity and inclusion, a track record of leading teams to achieve diversity recruiting goals, and proven success working with internal and external diversity partners.
• Building partnerships with universities and relevant industry bodies to increase our employer branding in the marketplace
• Data-driven approach on the market mapping and recruitment strategy and approach.

Jan 2019 – Nov 2021 · 2 yrs 10 mos · India

• Worked as an HR consultant for startups, and midsize and medium enterprises in resource mapping and building their technology teams onsite and offshore.
• Meeting the company's business needs by partnering with various groups in driving workforce strategy. By collaborating with key stakeholders, the team builds solutions to enhance employee experience, and build a high level of associate engagement while driving a health and safety culture, employee engagement, and synergy between the level of employee performance and expectations of the business.
• Part of the HR & Operations Team and collaborated with the consulting leadership teams to provide cost-effective staffing and strategic solutions for both solid heads-up project requirements with proactive hiring.
• Proven thought leadership, creativity, and innovation in Talent Acquisition Strategies for Product & Service based Organizations, Start-ups, and Fast growing SME IT Organizations (Product/Outsourcing/ Consulting) across major industry sectors including AI & ML, IT, BFSI, Healthcare, Telecom, Network & Security, Manufacturing & Engineering, Education and Infrastructure Services.
• A strategic leader with a good understanding of multiple markets creates effective market penetration strategies and effectively implements plans to align with corporate goals.
• Keep track of recruiting metrics and improve ways to our employer brand and forecast future hiring needs
• Build the company's professional network through relationships with technology professionals, colleges, and other partners
• Role analysis review, collecting market intelligence & mapping organization as an effort to identify a potential candidate and mapping
• Work with Recruitment Teams and ensure that the right skill sets are available to cater to the business needs
• Communicate directly with Director to chart down the technical information and recruitment selection criteria to initiate the recruitment process.

Sep 2015 – Nov 2018 · 3 yrs 2 mos · India

• As a strategic partner, consistently transcended geographic and functional boundaries to foster talent and drive business growth. My journey with Pervacio as an HR expert has equipped me with a versatile skill set and a deep understanding of the entire HR spectrum.
• My comprehensive grasp of talent acquisition. talent management, employee relations, engagement, recruitment, and performance evaluation allow me to guide organizations toward optimized people management strategies.
• Successfully designed and implemented efficient HR programs and policies that align with business outcomes that support the overarching goals of the organization, fostering growth and success.
• Working closely with leadership teams to identify, nurture, and develop high-potential individuals, contribute to a robust pipeline of future leaders, ensuring long-term organizational success.
• Spearheading the recruitment process is another area where I excel. From identifying top candidates to seamless onboarding, I am adept at building a diverse and high-performing workforce that fuels organizational excellence.
• Crafted effective staffing structures and lead change management initiatives that promote growth and resilience within teams.
• Committed to delivering exceptional customer service is unwavering. This customer-centric mindset extends both internally, to staff, and externally, to candidates and vendors, prioritizing positive interactions and experiences, fostering strong relationships, and enhancing the organization's reputation.
• Resilient professional who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume scenarios, my ability to think critically, manage priorities, and effectively resolve conflicts ensures that remain adaptable and focused, even under pressure.
• With preferred exposure within manufacturing and service industries, I bring a keen understanding of industry-specific dynamics (MFG, SCM, Software, Hardware, Electronics, Engineering, Retail & Energy) that contribute to my strategic insights.

Sep 2014 – Aug 2015 · 11 mos · India

• Leading Talent acquisition function for Pervacio Inc and managing a group of professionals and recruiters
• Work closely with business to understand teams, structure, responsibilities, strengths / weaknesses and key business drivers. Utilise this information to develop most effective recruiting strategies
• Driving and enhancing various recruitment programs and initiatives for our global operations as well as streamlining the existing processes
• Extensive direct engagement with the businesses in understanding their growth plans and building recruitment forecast for future hiring needs
• Demonstrate & delivered in setting up Pervacio regional teams (Offices). Meeting Headcount demands ( Present & Future Forecast ) of the Business teams across levels and Scaling up from scratch to robust growth rates
• Continually improve the talent marketing program with innovative strategies that anticipate changes in candidate preference
• Leading initiatives to utilize non-¬traditional forms of recruitment, branding and marketing, while championing recruitment best practices within the team.
• Conducting a weekly management review meeting to update status of on-going requirements and closures
• Collaborate closely with the Campus Relations to drive social media efforts and connect with dedicated online groups
• Strengthening employee engagement initiatives like Cultural Committee, Fun & Charity and Leadership
• Seamlessly on-board and assimilate new talent into organization (pre-board, on-board, integration) including the creation of New Hire Orientation Program

Jan 2012 – Aug 2014 · 2 yrs 7 mos · India

• Handled Power Products ( HV, MV, Transformers, Capacitors), Power Systems ( Drives, HVDC, Substation Automation, PLC Automation, FACTS, Power Electronics, Control Systems, Cyber Security and Robotics) AND India Corporate Research Centre hiring
• Managed the end to end recruitment process and ability to demonstrate success in improving key recruitment metrics (TAT, cost per hire, diversity of source mix, zero miss on compliance) for all above business verticals.
• Develop Talent Acquisition strategies that align with business goals and reflect the unique culture, personality and needs of ABB.
• Utilize multiple recruiting strategies/sources and execute comprehensive recruiting plans that result in our ability to recruit top talent across the company.
• Develop, drive and execute search strategies designed to recruit quality candidates in a cost effective manner (i.e. competitor mapping and Talent mapping, Social networking, direct sourcing, vendor management etc.) and pro actively build candidate talent pool across different functions and business units in India.
• Identify and build diversity program initiatives that expand the talent pool at all levels
• Manage the entire external candidate process - sourcing, screening, and closing external candidates.
• Manage the internal mobility process in collaboration with the HR business partners
• Maintaining consistent Talent Acquisition systems and programs – including the applicant tracking system, behavioural based interviewing, Employee Referral and Internal Mobility Programs
• Actively manage recruitment metrics and data, and develop a process for sharing with HR business partners and business leaders to help shape future hiring strategies.
• Act as an ambassador for the ABB brand in India. Communicate our business and our offering flawlessly and ensure a first class hiring experience for hiring managers, candidates and third party recruitment vendors

Apr 2010 – Dec 2011 · 1 yr 8 mos · India

• Handling end to end recruitment for ERBP (Employee Referral Bonus Programme) Channel
• Point of Contact for Oracle EBS ( Siebel, Oracle Apps, PeopleSoft, SFDC), BAO and DBMS hiring in IBM GBS
• Supported for Employee Referral recruitment for AIS, Testing SAP & WDC verticals (Application Development & Web Technologies & Testing )
• Establish and maintain a solid working relationship with Stakeholders and hiring managers to implement numerous sourcing strategies, including referral generation, position postings, direct sourcing/cold calling, sourcing from resume databases, creative idea generation, etc.