Hinesh Bheda

Head of Talent

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India20 yrs 7 mos experience

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Key Highlights

19 years of experience in Talent Acquisition
Scaled Sleek India to 130+ employees
Expert in aligning people strategy with business goals

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition expert in the SaaS industry with a focus on HR operations.

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Skills

Core Skills

Talent AcquisitionHr OperationsClient ManagementTeam LeadershipClient EngagementRecruitment

Other Skills

Applicant Tracking SystemsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Artificial Intelligence for BusinessContract RecruitmentCustomer RelationsEmployer BrandingEnd to End RecruitmentsExecutive SearchGlobal Client ManagementGlobal Talent AcquisitionHiringHiring PracticesLinkedIn RecruiterNegotiationNiche Talent Acquisition

About

I’ve been in Talent Acquisition for over 19 years now, and what’s kept me going is the opportunity to work with diverse teams, solve real business challenges through hiring, and build strong working relationships across functions and geographies. Currently, I lead recruitment and HR operations for Sleek India, supporting hiring across Technology, Product, Accounting, Sales, Marketing, and HR. We work closely with teams based in Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and the UK, and I’ve had the chance to grow alongside the company — from setting up local hiring processes to helping scale Sleek India to 130+ employees. To deepen my understanding of business and HR leadership, I’ve also enrolled in XLRI’s Strategic HR Leadership Program. It’s been a great learning journey so far — helping me step back from day-to-day hiring and think more about long-term people strategy, workforce planning, and leadership development. I’m someone who believes that good hiring isn’t just about filling roles — it’s about shaping culture, performance, and growth. And I’m always open to learning, evolving, and collaborating.

Experience

Sleek

Talent Acquisition Head - India

Mar 2022 – Present · 4 yrs · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · Remote

Leading end-to-end recruitment across India for functions like Technology, Product, Sales, Marketing, Accounting, and HR
Successfully scaled Sleek India from the first hire to 130+ employees, supporting operations in Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and the UK
Managing HR Operations including:
Onboarding & employee experience
Probation review & confirmation
Increments, promotions & internal mobility
Exit management & handover processes
Working closely with business heads, country leaders, and global HR teams to align people strategy with business goals
Ensuring process compliance, employee engagement, and smooth HR lifecycle management
Driving a people-first, globally aligned culture in a remote-first environment

HR OperationsEnd to End RecruitmentsGlobal Talent AcquisitionApplicant Tracking SystemsStakeholder ManagementNiche Talent Acquisition+5

Zalent consulting

Technology Lead - Talent Acquisition

May 2018 – Mar 2022 · 3 yrs 10 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Established Zalent brand and acquired clients at competitive rates, specializing in technology hiring for mid and senior levels.
Managed client relationships and generated repeat business, focusing on various skills in Software Development, Mobile Development, IT infrastructure and ERP technologies.

Global Client ManagementEnd to End RecruitmentsSourcingNiche Talent AcquisitionHiringHiring Practices+2

Randstad

Delivery Manager

Sep 2013 – May 2018 · 4 yrs 8 mos · Mumbai Area, India

In my role as a Delivery Manager at Randstad, I led a team of dedicated professionals to provide top-notch HR services to clients in the Mumbai Area.
I was responsible for overseeing the end-to-end delivery process, from candidate sourcing to placement, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
By implementing innovative strategies and fostering a collaborative work environment, I successfully increased operational efficiency and achieved key performance metrics.

End to End RecruitmentsApplicant Tracking SystemsNiche Talent AcquisitionHiringTeam LeadershipHiring Practices+2

Hays

Senior Consultant

Mar 2012 – Aug 2013 · 1 yr 5 mos · Mumbai

Specialized in IT recruitment across the Indian region, partnering with candidates and clients for successful matches.
Engaged in technical recruitment and client engagement to ensure the best fit for both parties.
Provided expert market knowledge and expertise to exceptional customers within the IT sector.

End to End RecruitmentsApplicant Tracking SystemsNiche Talent AcquisitionHiringTeam LeadershipHiring Practices+3

Focus management conultants pvt. ltd

Assistant Manager

Nov 2005 – Feb 2012 · 6 yrs 3 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Managed end-to-end recruitment for major IT companies, leading a team of Technical Recruiters to achieve targets and conduct exclusive skills drives.
Interacted with clients for new requirements and allocated them to recruiters, actively participating in conference calls.
Successfully aided companies in their sourcing plans, contributing to the overall recruitment success at Focus Management Consultants Pvt. Ltd.

End to End RecruitmentsNiche Talent AcquisitionHiringTeam LeadershipPeople ManagementTalent Acquisition

Ach consultants pvt. ltd.

Recruitment Executive

Jun 2005 – Oct 2005 · 4 mos

Managed recruitment requirements through various channels, including advertisements, headhunting, and database searches, resulting in successful candidate shortlisting.
Coordinated interview scheduling and feedback processes, ensuring a smooth recruitment experience for both candidates and clients.
Tracked candidate progress throughout the recruitment cycle, maintaining organized and efficient processes.

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