Kanika Narbar

Head of Talent

Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India11 yrs 11 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Over 9 years in HR and Talent Acquisition.
Expert in aligning talent with organizational culture.
Proven track record in building high-performing teams.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition Specialist with expertise in HR management across diverse industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

Talent AcquisitionPeople ManagementGuest Service ManagementMarketing Strategy

Other Skills

SourcingInterpersonal SkillsOnboardingGlobal Talent AcquisitionNegotiationImage buildingLearning & DevelopmentTechnical RecruitingNon-technical recruitmentPersonality DevelopmentStrategyAnalytical SkillsTrainingEnglishCommunication

About

With 9+ years of experience in HR/ People Management & Talent Acquisition, I am a dedicated Talent Acquisition Sr. Specialist/Consultant with a passion for connecting top talent with exceptional opportunities. I bring a rich experience in this field, along with a strong commitment to identifying, attracting, and retaining the best talent for organizations al across the world. My expertise lies in the intricate world of recruitment, where I've successfully partnered with companies across various industries to help build high-performing teams. Getting onboard the right individuals is not just about finding the right skills but also aligning with an organization's culture and long-term goals I've honed my skills in candidate sourcing, screening, and selection, utilizing innovative and efficient recruitment strategies. Whether it's conducting thorough interviews, creating engaging job postings, or negotiating offers, ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process is my forte.

Experience

11 yrs 11 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 10 mos

Average Tenure

6 mos

Current Experience

Appinventiv

Talent Acquisition Lead | Business Engagement

Nov 2025 – Present · 6 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India · On-site

I am responsible for developing, implementing, and managing effective recruiting strategies to attract, select, and hire high-quality talent. Serving as as a player-coach, mentoring TA team members while managing a pipeline for critical, high-level roles.

O-edge solutions

Talent Acquisition Manager

Mar 2020 – Nov 2025 · 5 yrs 8 mos

I was responsible for end to end hiring for IT/Non IT profiles for cross functional domains - I have driven strategic initiatives, and ensured a streamlined, exceptional candidate experience. I ensured efficiency of the hiring process, ensuring compliance, and strategically partnered with the business stakeholders to meet all current and future workforce planning needs.

Intercell

General Manager - HR

Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 · 1 yr · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

I played a central role in shaping and executing HR strategies that aligned with the overall business goals. It involved overseeing recruitment, talent management, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and other critical HR functions. My leadership played a significant role in driving employee engagement, fostering a culture of excellence, and mitigating HR-related challenges, all of which are vital to the long-term success of the organization.
In addition to my strategic responsibilities, I provided guidance, support, and direction to my subordinates, I created an environment of growth and development. I was also involved in staying current with evolving employment laws, industry best practices, and emerging HR trends, allowing you to adapt and refine HR processes to meet the changing needs of the organization and its workforce.

Smart energy water

2 roles

HR Manager

Promoted

Jan 2016 – Jan 2018 · 2 yrs · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India · On-site

I served as the HR Manager with SEW. It was both a privilege and a responsibility to be entrusted with the management of our organization's most valuable asset - our people. It was indeed the best opportunity I got where I introduced myself and shared my commitment to fostering a positive and productive work environment for all members of the organization.
I have had the privilege of working with diverse teams and organizations, both large and small. I created a strong foundation in HR practices, recruitment, talent development, and employee relations for this tenure along with aligning HR strategies with the company's mission, vision, and values to drive success.

SourcingPeople ManagementTalent Acquisition

Asst HR Manager

Mar 2014 – Jan 2017 · 2 yrs 10 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India · On-site

Itc hotels

Marketing Specialist

Jan 2012 – Dec 2012 · 11 mos · Delhi, India · On-site

In this role, my primary focus was to ensure that our guests had an exceptional and memorable experience. I was committed in providing the guest with the highest level of service and assistance. My focus was on creating and implementing effective marketing strategies to reach our target audience, build brand awareness, and drive engagement and conversions.

Marketing StrategyInterpersonal SkillsGuest Service Management