Mar 2024 – Jul 2025 · 1 yr 4 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

• Built and scaled the TA function to 400+ hires across tech, product, sales and leadership within 2 years.
• Reduced average time-to-hire by 40% by implementing ATS workflows, role-based scorecards and automation.
• Partnered with the CEO and BU heads to close critical leadership hires and create succession-ready pipelines.
• Launched employer-branding and campus programs.
• Established vendor governance and SLA frameworks; increased internal hiring efficiency and reduced cost-per-hire.

Apr 2021 – Mar 2024 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

• Led hiring across Technology, Product, Design, Data Science, Analytics, and Business functions, closing mandates up to VP & Chief Architect.
• Scaled engineering/product hiring for Full Stack Developers, Principal Engineers, Product Managers, UX Leaders, Data Scientists & AI/ML experts.
• Partnered with business leaders to drive 400+ role closures annually during category expansion.
• Ensured exceptional candidate experience, maintaining CSAT >85% across interview-to-onboarding stages.
• Implemented and rolled out ATS systems, streamlining requisition-to-offer cycles and analytics accuracy.
• Built strong campus and early-careers pipelines at premier institutes, enhancing talent branding.
• Negotiated with vendors and optimized recruitment partnerships, reducing dependency and external costs.

Aug 2015 – Apr 2021 · 5 yrs 8 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

• Led talent acquisition for special projects in open-source, microservices and DevOps environments, closing niche tech and leadership roles.
• Successfully closed VP and above mandates including SITE IT Head — one of the rarest skill markets at the time.
• Streamlined HR & recruitment processes to enhance compliance and improve hiring efficiency.
• Achieved measurable recruitment cost reductions by strengthening campus hiring and building an in-house databank.
• Designed and implemented Compensation Benchmarking, driving salary corrections and internal equity.
• Strong campus engagement with NITs and top institutes, building robust early-career pipelines.
• Managed hiring across contractual, conversion, internal movements and promotions.
• Recognized with Rising Star of the Quarter Award (2016 & 2017) for consistent delivery and impact.

Mar 2014 – Aug 2015 · 1 yr 5 mos · Greater Chennai Area

• Led end-to-end recruitment delivery for Enterprise, Complex Systems Integration, and Application Modernization practices across India.
• Partnered with business leaders and hiring managers to define manpower needs and build region-wise hiring plans.
• Managed the complete recruitment lifecycle: sourcing, screening, interviews, stakeholder coordination, and offer negotiations.
• Designed sourcing strategies using multiple channels (referrals, agencies, market mapping) to optimize cost and improve quality of hire.
• Conducted behavioral interviews and candidate assessments, ensuring role and culture fit.
• Maintained strict compliance with defined SLAs, ensuring process accuracy and efficiency.
• Built market intelligence reports on competitor hiring and talent trends to advise business leaders.
• Drove employer branding initiatives to attract niche talent in competitive tech markets.

Mar 2011 – Feb 2014 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

• Drove business development and client acquisition across IT, Manufacturing, Heavy Engineering, Automobiles, and ITeS sectors.
• Engaged with CXOs and senior decision-makers to identify emerging business opportunities and build long-term partnerships.
• Successfully acquired new clients in both domestic and international markets, increasing account base and revenue.
• Negotiated commercials, designed SLAs, and revived dormant accounts, converting them into active business contributors.
• Strengthened client relationships through regular reviews, site visits, and performance feedback sessions.
• Partnered with clients on workforce planning and performance appraisal cycles, ensuring delivery against agreed KPIs.
• Consistently achieved targets in account expansion, renewals, and client satisfaction.

Sep 2005 – Nov 2008 · 3 yrs 2 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region · On-site

• Managed junior and mid-level recruitment across industries, handling end-to-end hiring lifecycle.
• Partnered with clients to create job descriptions, competency mapping, and KRAs aligned to business needs.
• Designed and executed sourcing strategies (portals, networking, LinkedIn, referrals, discreet market mapping).
• Conducted competency-based and behavioral interviews; successfully closed niche roles within tight timelines.
• Negotiated offers and benefits, ensuring win–win outcomes and high candidate acceptance rates.
• Led training & development coordination by nominating employees, arranging programs, and analyzing feedback.
• Managed a team of 6 recruitment executives — mentoring, monitoring, and ensuring consistent quality of delivery.
• Key achievements:
• Awarded Best Consultant – Q1, FY 2006-07.
• Revived a dormant client account, converting it into repeat business.
• Recognized for closing a niche requirement in just 30 days.
• Praised by candidates for transparent communication and smooth hiring experience.