Sagar Bharadwaj

Head of Talent

San Francisco, California, United States11 mos experience
Most Likely To Switch

Key Highlights

  • Expert in global talent acquisition strategies.
  • Passionate about diversity and inclusion initiatives.
  • Proven track record in building high-performance teams.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic leader in Talent Acquisition within the SaaS industry.

Contact

sagar.bharadwaj@cyderes.comLinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Talent AcquisitionCompensation

Other Skills

Boolean Search StringsCollege RecruitingCompensation StrategiesCyber DefenseCybersecurityDiversity & InclusionDiversity RecruitmentEmployer BrandingExecutive Compensation PlanningExecutive SearchFull-life Cycle RecruitingGlobal CompensationGlobal MobilityIT RecruitmentIdentity & Access Management (IAM)

About

As the Global Head of Talent Acquisition & Compensation at Cyderes, I am a highly engaged leader passionate about building exceptional teams and fostering a world-class hiring experience, while ensuring competitiveness from a total rewards perspective. I partner closely with senior executives to drive strategic talent initiatives that align with business growth and innovation. My expertise spans the full spectrum of Talent Acquisition, including Talent Acquisition Strategy, Org Design/Career Framework, and Compensation. I am adept at Workforce Planning, Executive Search, and developing robust programs for Campus Recruiting and Experienced Hiring. My focus extends to critical areas such as Diversity & Inclusion (D&I), Global Mobility, Employer Branding, and enhancing the overall Candidate Experience. I excel in Strategic Leadership, Relationship Building, and Operational Management, directly contributing to Talent Management and Leadership Development. I am passionate about Coaching & Mentoring talent acquisition professionals and guiding organizations through Change Management to achieve Organizational Growth. I am deeply energized by successful hires, firmly believing that acquiring the right talent is the cornerstone of organizational growth and sustained success. My commitment is to continuously elevate the hiring journey, ensuring Cyderes attracts and retains top-tier professionals who drive our collective future. I am always Attracting, Retaining, Overseeing, Building Programs, Partnering, Improving, Driving, Developing, and Guiding talent to success.

Experience

Cyderes

4 roles

Senior Director of Talent Acquisition & Compensation

Promoted

May 2025 – Present · 10 mos

  • Serve as the strategic right hand to the Chief People Officer (CPO), driving the design, execution, and evolution of the company’s global talent strategy across four core pillars: Talent Acquisition, Global Mobility, Compensation, and Learning & Development.
  • As the Senior Director of Global Talent Acquisition & Compensation at Cyderes, I lead the charge in building world-class teams and designing competitive, equitable reward strategies that power our global growth.
  • I’m passionate about aligning top talent with business strategy—developing scalable hiring frameworks, delivering exceptional candidate experiences, and crafting compensation programs that attract, retain, and reward the best.
  • Partnering closely with executive leadership, I help shape a high-performance culture rooted in innovation, agility, and inclusion.
Compensation StrategiesExecutive Compensation PlanningGlobal CompensationTalent AcquisitionCompensation

Director Talent Acquisition

Promoted

Mar 2022 – May 2025 · 3 yrs 2 mos

  • As the leader overseeing Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Total Rewards/Compensation, and International Mobility at Cyderes, I am responsible for driving strategic initiatives to attract, retain, and develop top talent globally.
  • I oversee the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring we bring in skilled professionals who align with Cyderes’ mission and culture.
  • In addition, I lead the design and implementation of comprehensive learning and development programs to foster employee growth and skill advancement.
  • I also manage the Total Rewards and Compensation strategy, ensuring competitive and equitable compensation structures that motivate and reward employees for their contributions.
  • Lastly, I guide our international mobility efforts, ensuring smooth transitions for employees relocating globally and providing them with the necessary support to thrive in diverse work environments.
  • My focus is on creating a cohesive, high-performance culture that attracts and nurtures talent across all levels and regions.
Process ImprovementInformation TechnologyIdentity & Access Management (IAM)Employer BrandingCybersecurityProfessional Security+6

Senior Manager Talent Acquisition

Aug 2021 – Feb 2022 · 6 mos

Principal Recruiter

Feb 2021 – Aug 2021 · 6 mos

Peopletech partners

Talent Acquisition Advisor

Apr 2025 – Present · 11 mos · San Francisco Bay Area

Freshbooks

Senior Technical Recruiter

May 2020 – Jan 2021 · 8 mos · Toronto, Ontario, Canada

IT RecruitmentExecutive SearchEmployer BrandingTechnical RecruitingRecruitingCollege Recruiting+2

3pillar global

Senior Technical Recruiter

May 2019 – Apr 2020 · 11 mos · Toronto, Ontario, Canada

  • Worked for Jonah Group which is now part of 3Pillar Global.

Martyn bassett associates

Senior Executive Search Consultant

Nov 2017 – May 2019 · 1 yr 6 mos · Toronto, Canada Area

  • Worked with startups and early stage tech companies, helping them build the teams that will drive their business forward. Our clients often engaged us to recruit the first person to own net new functions for their business — the first product manager, VP Sales, designer, CMO, etc.
  • Focused on Product Management, CIO, CTO, and other positions.
  • Met my quota in under 8-months of my first year. Awarded Rookie of the year 2018.
  • Types of roles: VP, Director and all the way upto C-suite.

Dassault systèmes

Talent Acquisition Head, India

Feb 2017 – Oct 2017 · 8 mos · Pune Area, India

  • World Leader in 3D Design & Engineering Software, Dassault Systèmes® provides PLM & 3D Modeling Software, Simulation Apps and Industry Solutions.
  • Talent Acquisition Site Head for DSIS India, responsible for developing the necessary recruiting strategy, and led a team of 4 Recruiters to successful delivery.
  • Managing Senior Level recruitment for the Technology, Sales, & Marketing.

Credit suisse

Talent Acquisition Manager - Technology & Risk Management

Nov 2011 – Feb 2017 · 5 yrs 3 mos · Pune Area, India

  • Credit Suisse Group is one of the leading institutions in private banking and asset management, with strong expertise in investment banking.
  • Talent Acquisition Manager - Jan 2014 to Feb 2017
  • Led 4- Recruiters and 4- Sourcing Specialists
  • Led all of Technology and Risk Hiring for India. Grew the Tech team from 120+ to 1200+ within 3 years.
  • Managing Senior Level recruitment for the Technology, Quants & Risk Modelling Divisions.
  • Principal Recruiter/Talent Acquisition Partner - Nov 2011 to Dec 2013
  • Responsible for managing recruitment for Product Control, Risk Management & Technology.

Education

XLRI Jamshedpur

Post Graduate Program — Human Resource Management

University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business

Executive Program — Strategic Talent Management - Managing the Future of Work

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