Vidya Shenoy

Head of Talent

Udupi, Karnataka, India19 yrs 5 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • 18+ years of talent acquisition expertise.
  • Proven track record in employer branding.
  • Skilled in strategic talent sourcing across industries.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition Expert with extensive experience in Human Resources across multiple industries.

Contact

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Skills

Core Skills

Talent AcquisitionEmployer BrandingEmployee EngagementMarket Research

Other Skills

BankingCampus EngagementCampus HiringCampus PlacementCampus PlanningCompetitive IntelligenceData AnalysisDocument ManagementEmployee InductionEvent ManagementExecutive SearchGlobal Talent AcquisitionHR StrategyHuman ResourcesIndustry Representation

About

A Talent Acquisition Expert with 18+ years of experience in driving the organizational growth and employee success. I am widely recognized in the market for my expertise in fulfilling organizational staffing needs, with a strong track record spanning from campus recruitment to talent acquisition across various industries. I have navigated through Industries from Manufacturing, Information Technology, FinTech, Financial Services, Payment, Digital Media, Chemical, to Media and many more. A proven track record of using my excellent personal, communication and organization skills to build a company of repute. I have been instrumental in building a strong employer brand and have actively worked towards positioning the organization as the best place to work for local talent. Have been a key player with excellent communication skills, high quality of work, driven and highly self-motivated. Strong negotiating skills and business acumen. As a member heading Talent Acquisition at Manipal Technologies Limited, I have gained extensive experience across various HR avenues. I have hands-on experience in talent sourcing through various channels and have actively participated in local employment initiatives, helping extend the MTL brand’s reach to talent across the small-town of Udupi. I have Hands on experience in Manpower Planning, Sourcing, Hiring decisions, Market Salary Analysis, offer Negotiations, Head Hunting and onboarding. In addition to Talent Acquisition activities, I have been an integral part of MTL's HR leadership team, contributing to group business initiatives and playing a key role in decision-making focused on employee well-being and enhancing the overall employee experience.

Experience

Manipal technologies ltd. (formerly manipal press ltd.)

Head Talent Acquisition

Sep 2012 – Present · 13 yrs 6 mos · Manipal

  • Talent Acquisition Leader | Employer Branding | Workforce Planning | HR Strategy
  • I embarked on my journey at Manipal Technologies Limited (MTL) as an HR Business Partner for the Digital Media division and later transitioned into a larger role, leading Talent Acquisition for the organization. Over the years, I have been instrumental in driving MTL’s workforce growth, playing a key role in hiring for all the startups within the Group.
  • Key Achievements & Expertise:
  • Hiring Across Levels & Geographies – Expertise in recruiting blue-collar to white-collar roles, from workers to CXO-level and global positions.
  • Strategic Talent Sourcing – Skilled in leveraging job portals, social media, TA agencies, headhunters, and professional networks across multiple industries.
  • Employer Branding & Campus Engagement – Built strong relationships with degree colleges, engineering & business schools, media & journalism institutes, IITs & IIMs, making MTL a preferred employer.
  • Job Fairs & Industry Representation – Represented MTL at various job fairs, placement drives, and employment initiatives, ensuring strong brand presence.
  • First-Time Manager Training – Conducted sessions on effective interviewing techniques, best practices, and structured hiring approaches.
  • Workforce Expansion & Business Growth – MTL’s talent growth has been significantly driven by my team’s strategic hiring efforts under my leadership.
  • Industry Exposure: Successfully managed talent acquisition for Manufacturing, Printing, IoT, Digital Media, IT, Financial Services, Gold Loans, EPC, Packaging, Ink Manufacturing, Specialty Chemicals, Paints & Coatings, and Machine Building.
Talent AcquisitionEmployer BrandingWorkforce PlanningHR StrategyStrategic Talent SourcingCampus Engagement+2

Robosoft technologies

HR Executive

Oct 2008 – Aug 2012 · 3 yrs 10 mos · India · On-site

  • Senior Executive - HR | Talent Acquisition | Employee Engagement | Campus Hiring
  • My HR journey at Robosoft was an enriching experience that shaped my expertise in Talent Acquisition, Training & Development, and Employee Engagement. Reporting directly to the COO, I gained valuable insights that accelerated my professional growth.
  • I started as an HR Officer and quickly progressed to Executive HR within 1.5 years, managing end-to-end hiring for both IT and non-IT roles. I specialized in campus hiring, sourcing talent from across India, including prestigious institutions like Dhirubhai Ambani Institutions, NITTE, MIT, and other top colleges in South Canara. This exposure helped me master social media and digital talent acquisition, laying the foundation for my expertise in modern hiring practices.
  • Beyond recruitment, I also led the company’s Events Committee, organizing employee engagement activities, from sports events to Annual Day celebrations, fostering a vibrant workplace culture. My efforts in team-building initiatives and engagement programs significantly contributed to employee morale and retention.
  • Additionally, I managed TA documentation, internal audits, and ISO audits for Talent Acquisition & Training, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
  • This experience not only strengthened my HR capabilities but also honed my leadership, event management, and strategic planning skills.
Talent AcquisitionEmployee EngagementCampus HiringTraining & DevelopmentEvent Management

365 media pvt ltd

Market Research Manager

Jun 2005 – Jun 2007 · 2 yrs · Coimbatore Area, India · On-site

  • Market Research Analyst | Industry Trends & Competitive Intelligence | Strategic Insights for Business Growth
  • I began my career as a Market Researcher, specializing in brand and company analysis, with a strong focus on the global banking sector. My expertise lay in identifying industry trends, assessing competitive positioning, and uncovering emerging market opportunities to support strategic decision-making.
  • Through in-depth research and analysis, I provided actionable insights that helped shape long-term business strategies, refine market positioning, and drive growth initiatives. My ability to synthesize data into meaningful intelligence enabled leadership teams to make informed decisions and optimize market expansion efforts.
  • This experience laid a strong foundation for my career, equipping me with analytical skills, business acumen, and a data-driven approach to problem-solving.
Market ResearchData AnalysisCompetitive Intelligence

Education

Madurai Kamaraj University

Master of Business Administration (MBA) — Personnel Management

Jan 2006 – Jan 2008

Hindusthan College of Arts and Science

Bachelor of Science (BSc) — Computer Science

Jan 2002 – Jan 2005

Nirmala Matriculation Higher Secondary School

II PUC — Commerce

Jan 1995 – Jan 2002

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