Sony Thakur

Recruiter

Kolkata, West Bengal, India7 yrs 6 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Successfully closed 50+ positions across levels.
Implemented HR dashboards for data-driven hiring.
Led recruitment for major clients in BFSI sector.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition Specialist with expertise in HR analytics and process optimization in the HR Tech industry.

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Skills

Core Skills

Talent AcquisitionHris ManagementHr Analytics

Other Skills

Career CounselingClient ManagementClient RelationsConsultingData ManagementData VisualizationData-driven Decision MakingEmail StrategyEmotional IntelligenceEmployee EngagementEmployer BrandingHR Analytics & Dashboard ManagementHR ConsultingHard workingHiring

About

An HR professional with over 6 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition and people operations, currently I am working at mPokket, where I lead full-cycle hiring for corporate functions, partnering closely with department heads across Product, Marketing, Finance, Compliance, Data & Analytics, and HR. From defining job requirements to final onboarding, I take ownership of the process to ensure both candidate and business success. I’ve successfully closed 50+ positions from junior to leadership levels, streamlined the hiring process through HRIS (Darwinbox), and initiated several process-improvement projects to reduce TAT and enhance data visibility. Beyond recruitment, I’ve actively contributed to projects such as CTC benchmarking, HRIS training, and HR dashboard development, reflecting my drive to go beyond traditional TA roles and contribute meaningfully to the larger HR ecosystem. Previously, I’ve led recruitment teams at Success Partner Consultants and Waytogo Consultancy, managing key clients like Aditya Birla Capital, PhonePe, Kotak Mahindra Bank, and RBL Bank. These experiences honed my leadership, client relationship, and performance management capabilities. Currently looking to expand my HR career beyond hiring, exploring opportunities in HR analytics, business partnering, and process excellence, in environments that value innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Experience

Mpokket

2 roles

Assistant Manager Talent Acquisition

Promoted

Apr 2025 – Present · 11 mos · Kolkata, West Bengal, India · On-site

Lead full-cycle recruitment across corporate verticals (Product, Marketing, Finance, Compliance & Legal, Data & Analytics), partnering with HODs to define role requirements and create compelling job descriptions.
Successfully closed 50+ positions across levels from junior to VP, including senior leadership hires, significantly improving team strength and business readiness.
Implement and maintain HR dashboards via HRIS (Darwinbox) to track hiring metrics, TAT, attrition, and yield rates—enabling data-driven hiring decisions and reducing time-to-fill.
Coordinate candidate sourcing across multiple platforms (Naukri, LinkedIn, Instahyre, IIMJobs) for organic and passive hiring; develop market-mapping and head-hunting strategies for niche roles.
Drive pre-onboarding processes including offer negotiation, documentation, reference checks (internal + Ongrid), relocation logistics (travel/accommodation), and engagement activities to ensure seamless joining.
Lead monthly brainstorming sessions with senior leadership to identify process blockers in recruitment, implement continuous improvements and enhance candidate experience.
Mentor and train TA colleagues and stakeholders in HRIS usage (Darwinbox), dashboard interpretation and recruitment best practices.
Extended recruitment support to other venture entities under Maybright: FLIN (Indonesia-based fintech) & Skillz (EdTech platform), showcasing versatility and cross-functional capability.

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment StrategyStakeholder Management & Business PartneringHR Analytics & Dashboard ManagementOffer negotiationHRIS ManagementData Management+2

Senior Associate - Talent Acquisition

Nov 2023 – Jun 2025 · 1 yr 7 mos · Kolkata, West Bengal, India · On-site

Success partner consultants pvt. ltd.

Team Lead

May 2022 – Nov 2023 · 1 yr 6 mos · Greater Kolkata Area

Managed a team of 5 recruiters, overseeing daily operations including sourcing, screening, interview scheduling, and candidate coordination.
Built and nurtured client relationships with major organizations such as Aditya Birla Capital, Servify, PhonePe—ensuring repeat business and achieving revenue targets.
Supervised recruitment tracking and reporting using RMS (Resume Management System) to maintain data accuracy and process transparency.
Conducted annual client visits to strengthen partnerships, uncover new hiring requirements, and deliver tailored talent solutions.
Promoted to Team Lead based on consistent performance, leadership skills and achievement of revenue goals.

Client RelationsRecruitment TrackingTeam ManagementTalent Acquisition

Waytogo consulting

2 roles

Team Leader

Promoted

Jun 2020 – May 2022 · 1 yr 11 mos

Led recruitment operations for mapped clients including Kotak Mahindra Bank, ICICI Prudential AMC, RBL Bank & Sundaram AMC—delivered best-fit candidates and met monthly placement targets.
Successfully onboarded RBL Bank as a new revenue-generating client within six months and established it as a consistent source of hiring business.
Achieved two promotions (Consultant → Senior Consultant → Team Lead) by exceeding performance expectations and demonstrating client management excellence.

Client ManagementRecruitment OperationsOnboardingTalent Acquisition