Awais Shaikh

Talent Acquisition Manager

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India7 yrs 7 mos experience

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Key Highlights

8+ years in talent acquisition and HR operations
Expert in scaling teams and recruitment frameworks
Currently enhancing skills in People Analytics and AI-driven HR tools

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition expert with a focus on scaling teams in high-growth environments.

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Skills

Core Skills

Talent AcquisitionHr StrategyEnd-to-end RecruitmentStakeholder ManagementRecruitmentTalent Pipeline Building

Other Skills

Campus HiringEmployee EngagementFull Life Cycle RecruitingHiring EventsProcess OptimizationSourcingStaffing ServicesStrategic Team ExpansionTeam BuildingTeam ManagementTechnical RecruitingTemporary StaffingVendor Management

About

I am a Talent Acquisition and Operations professional with 8+ years of experience helping organizations scale through structured hiring, employee lifecycle management, and data-driven decision-making. My background covers end-to-end recruitment for engineering and non-tech roles, building recruitment frameworks, implementing ATS and HRMS solutions, and strengthening employee engagement. I enjoy using analytics and technology to optimize hiring efficiency, improve workforce planning, and enhance the overall HR experience. I have led hiring at growth-stage companies, built departments from scratch, and supported leaders with insights that drive talent and operational strategy. Currently expanding my skills in People Analytics and AI-driven HR tools to support more predictive and strategic HR functions.

Experience

Kohinoor techno business solutions

Talent Acquisition Manager

Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 2 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

Talent & HR Strategy Leadership
Driving end-to-end talent acquisition and HR operations, aligning people strategy with business goals.
Team Building & Scaling
Successfully scaled cross-functional teams across Design, Tech, Sales, Customer Service, Data, and Accounting.
Process & Systems Optimization
Implemented HR policies, frameworks, and a robust HRMS to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
Employee Experience & Culture
Managing the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding including appraisals while fostering a culture of engagement and growth.

Talent AcquisitionHR StrategyTeam BuildingProcess OptimizationEmployee Engagement

Upstox

Senior Talent Acquisition

Sep 2020 – Aug 2023 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

Talent Acquisition | Scaling for Growth
Played a key role in scaling the company from early stages, working closely with Leaders and directors to shape hiring strategies.
End-to-End Recruitment
Led full-cycle hiring across Engineering and Non-Tech functions, maintaining a high-quality talent pipeline.
Stakeholder Management
Worked directly with senior leadership to align recruitment efforts with evolving business needs.
Campus Hiring Initiatives
Designed and executed campus hiring programs targeting top institutes like NITs to build a future-ready talent pool.
Strategic Team Expansion
Drove hiring for critical functions including Compliance, Growth, and Marketing, supporting rapid business expansion.

End-to-End RecruitmentStakeholder ManagementCampus HiringStrategic Team Expansion

Mits global consulting pvt ltd

Sr Recruiter

Dec 2019 – May 2020 · 5 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Recruitment | NBFCs & Payment Product Firms
Led end-to-end hiring for niche roles across tech, product, and leadership, driving talent strategy for high-growth financial companies.
Hiring Events
Planned and executed impactful hiring drives and events, boosting employer branding and accelerating talent pipelines.
Stakeholder Management
Partnered closely with hiring managers and leadership to ensure seamless recruitment delivery and strong client relationships.

RecruitmentStakeholder ManagementHiring Events

Accord infosystems

Lead Recruiter

Nov 2017 – Dec 2019 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Vile Parle, Mumbai · On-site

Rapid Growth | Promoted from Trainee to Lead Recruiter in 18 Months
Spearheaded end-to-end hiring for NBFCs, BFSI, and product-based firms, delivering high-quality talent across domains.
Team & Vendor Management
Led a team of 4 recruiters and managed multiple hiring vendors to ensure timely and efficient delivery.
Talent Pipeline Building
Proactively built and maintained a robust candidate pool to support immediate and future hiring needs.

Team ManagementVendor ManagementTalent Pipeline Building