Britya Misra Sanyal (She/Her)

Head of Talent

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India14 yrs 8 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

16 years of experience in talent acquisition leadership.
Expert in building diverse and inclusive hiring practices.
Proven track record in optimizing recruitment operations.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition Leader in the Healthcare sector with a focus on diversity and strategic hiring.

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Skills

Core Skills

Talent AcquisitionStakeholder ManagementDiversity Hiring

Other Skills

BankingBenefits NegotiationBusiness DevelopmentBusiness Relationship ManagementCRMDue DiligenceEmployee EngagementEmployer BrandingExecutive SearchHuman ResourcesInternal AuditLeadershipManagementMarket IntelligenceMarket Research

About

Dynamic and strategic Talent Acquisition Leader with around 16 years of experience driving talent strategies across high-growth, global organizations. Adept at leading large, diverse teams and managing complex hiring initiatives aligned with evolving business priorities. Proven expertise in building future-ready workforces through proactive workforce planning, inclusive hiring practices, and innovative sourcing strategies. Skilled in leveraging data-driven insights, enhancing employer branding, and delivering seamless candidate experiences at scale. A trusted advisor to leadership, known for influencing talent decisions, optimizing recruitment operations, and championing transformation initiatives that foster organizational resilience and agility.

Experience

Philips

Head of Strategic Priorities Hiring, India

May 2022 – Present · 3 yrs 10 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

Spearheaded the attraction and acquisition of top-tier talent to meet Philips' Strategic Priorities hiring needs across India i.e. Technology (Informatics), Research & Development, Clinical Research, and Quality & Regulatory.
Directed comprehensive recruitment initiatives, optimized hiring processes & led a high-performing team of Talent Acquisition Managers & Consultants to consistently achieve compliance, quality, & performance objectives.
Oversaw the entire hiring lifecycle, including succession planning, talent pipelining, & workforce planning, while championing diversity, equity, & inclusion throughout recruitment efforts.
Provided strategic guidance to hiring managers & senior leadership on recruitment decisions, best practices, & compensation strategies. Partnered with business leaders to define workforce requirements, prepare annual recruitment budgets, conduct audits, &design long-term hiring strategies tailored to dynamic business needs.
Strengthening employer branding & enhanced candidate experience by leveraging diverse recruitment channels such as social media, job boards, networking events & referrals.
Spearheaded diversity initiatives at Philips Innovation Centre, Bangalore implementing strategies such as double referral programs for leadership roles, prioritizing diversity attrition replacements, & promoting diverse intern hiring.
Collaborated with Talent Marketing to amplify employer branding & partnered with cross-functional teams to enhance the overall candidate experience.

Stakeholder ManagementPeople ManagementTalent ManagementTalent Acquisition

Deloitte india (offices of the us)

Manager/Assistant Manager - Talent Acquisition

Apr 2017 – May 2022 · 5 yrs 1 mo · Bangalore · On-site

Manager/Assistant Manager—Talent Acquisition Sep 2020—May 2022
Advised business leaders on sourcing strategies for Strategy & Analytics and Merger & Acquisition within Consulting.
Led & trained a team of 27 professionals, ensuring compliance & performance goals.
Analyzed market trends & competitor activities to develop long-term recruiting strategies aligned with evolving business needs.
Reported on hiring statuses & strategic TA activities, achieving high-quality hires within targeted cost/ time-to-hire metrics, while supporting diversity initiatives.
Executed innovative hiring approaches, such as targeted recruitment & LinkedIn campaigns; integrated new technologies to enhance sourcing of niche talent.
Analyzed Employee Satisfaction Survey data, providing insights for leadership to develop action plans aimed at enhancing employee engagement.
Played a key role in implementing the ATS (Avature) across India, overseeing vendor selection, project timelines, UAT, reporting, training, & future roadmap development.
Assistant Manager—Passive Sourcing Apr 2017—Aug 2020
Led alternative sourcing team to top performance in 2018 & 2019 by securing the highest number of offers through exclusive use of non-conventional channels, ensuring a diverse & effective talent pool.
As a founding member, developed & managed data reporting & analytics, establishing regular reporting formats that enhanced team performance tracking & strategic planning.
Contributed to multiple market intelligence initiatives by developing various formats & participating in assignments to provide actionable insights for strategic decision-making.
Created & managed the bi-weekly newsletter, TAbloid; actively participated in the CaTAlyst new hire program within TA, facilitating smooth onboarding & integration of new team members.

The head hunters india

Deputy General Manager

Sep 2016 – Mar 2017 · 6 mos · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

Managed the full recruitment lifecycle, including requirement gathering, candidate sourcing through job portals, internal databases, and networking. Conducted phone and in-person interviews, scheduled client meetings, facilitated new hire paperwork, presented offers, coordinated background checks, and prepared comprehensive sourcing reports.
Delivered end-to-end recruitment solutions by collaborating with hiring managers to define job requirements, create job descriptions, and provide insights on industry standards, market trends, resource availability, and competitor analysis.
Specialized in leadership, strategic, and niche hiring, successfully managing diverse skill sets across multiple industries and domains.
Designed and implemented custom staffing solutions to meet clients' unique hiring and project needs. Negotiated mark-up percentages, bill rates, and placement fees while maintaining ongoing communication with clients to refine hiring strategies. Represented the organization at consultant meetings hosted by clients.
Expanded sourcing strategies beyond traditional job portals, leveraging networking, social media, and headhunting to identify and engage passive candidates unavailable through conventional channels.

Ibm

Recruitment Partner

Oct 2015 – Aug 2016 · 10 mos · Bangalore · On-site

Managed end-to-end recruitment across India for key business units i.e. Global Marketing Centre, India Marketing & Communications, Sales Support, Human Resources, HR Delivery, and Legal. Led strategic recruitment initiatives focusing on diversity, social media engagement, and employee referrals, as well as lateral hiring.
Collaborated closely with the leadership team and hiring managers to develop comprehensive sourcing strategies and fulfill hiring needs. Ensured high-quality hires were made within established cost-per-hire and time-to-hire targets.
Developed tailored recruitment plans to align talent acquisition with business needs on a quarterly, semi-annual, and annual basis effectively synchronizing talent acquisition efforts with organizational objectives.

The head hunters india

Manager

Jul 2012 – May 2015 · 2 yrs 10 mos · Bangalore Area, India / Gurgaon, India · Hybrid

Managed the full recruitment lifecycle, including requirement gathering, candidate sourcing through job portals, internal databases, and networking. Conducted phone and in-person interviews, scheduled client meetings, facilitated new hire paperwork, presented offers, coordinated background checks, and prepared comprehensive sourcing reports.
Delivered end-to-end recruitment solutions by collaborating with hiring managers to define job requirements, create job descriptions, and provide insights on industry standards, market trends, resource availability, and competitor analysis.
Specialized in leadership, strategic, and niche hiring, successfully managing diverse skill sets across multiple industries and domains.
Designed and implemented custom staffing solutions to meet clients' unique hiring and project needs. Negotiated mark-up percentages, bill rates, and placement fees while maintaining ongoing communication with clients to refine hiring strategies. Represented the organization at consultant meetings hosted by clients.
Expanded sourcing strategies beyond traditional job portals, leveraging networking, social media, and headhunting to identify and engage passive candidates unavailable through conventional channels.

Eminence hr consulting private limited

Senior Client Partner

Jan 2012 – Apr 2012 · 3 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Managed the end-to-end recruitment process, overseeing everything from sourcing to closure. Led middle and leadership-level hiring across IT, ITES, Telecom, and KPO/BPO sectors for medium to Fortune 500 companies, including the Big 4.
Built and maintained a strong network with senior industry professionals, developing a comprehensive database of top-tier talent in the market.

Marketscope

Senior Consultant

Aug 2009 – Mar 2011 · 1 yr 7 mos · New Delhi Area, India · On-site

Managed the end-to-end recruitment process, overseeing everything from sourcing to closure. Led middle and leadership-level hiring across IT, ITES, Telecom, and KPO/BPO sectors for medium to Fortune 500 companies, including the Big 4.
Built and maintained a strong network with senior industry professionals, developing a comprehensive database of top-tier talent in the market.
Handled employee database management, including maintaining attendance records, while educating employees on company policies & procedures.