Manoj Chikala

Recruiter

Hyderabad, Telangana, India13 yrs 2 mos experience
AI Enabled

Key Highlights

  • 12+ years of expertise in IT and Insurtech hiring.
  • Proven track record in managing high-volume hiring and RPO programs.
  • Passionate about building high-performing, diverse teams.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition expert in the IT and Insurtech sectors.

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Skills

Core Skills

Technical RecruitingIt RecruitmentCorporate Recruiting

Other Skills

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB)Recruitment StrategyTeamworkTeam ManagementScreeningSourcingVendor ManagementDirect Client InteractionIdentifying Client NeedsTelephone InterviewingTalent AcquisitionRate NegotiationBenefits NegotiationInternet RecruitingHuman Resources

About

Dynamic Talent Acquisition Manager with 12+ years of expertise in IT, Insurtech hiring, driving end-to-end recruitment strategies for global technology leaders. Skilled in leading large recruiting teams, building scalable hiring processes, and delivering top technical and leadership talent across diverse domains. Proven track record in managing high-volume hiring, RPO programs, and global recruitment operations while ensuring strong stakeholder partnerships and alignment with business goals. Recognized for innovative sourcing strategies, DEI initiatives, and talent pipeline development, resulting in faster time-to-fill and improved retention. Adept at mentoring recruitment teams, analyzing workforce trends, and advising senior leadership with market intelligence. Certified Tech Recruiter and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, blending process excellence with people-first leadership. Passionate about building high-performing, diverse teams that enable organizational growth and innovation.

Experience

13 yrs 2 mos
Total Experience
4 yrs 3 mos
Average Tenure
5 mos
Current Experience

The hartford

Senior Manager Talent Acquisition

Jan 2026Present · 5 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · On-site

Aggne

Talent Manager

May 2025Jan 2026 · 8 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · On-site

Amd

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Mar 2024May 2025 · 1 yr 2 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · On-site

  • Led the full-cycle recruitment process for both technical and non-technical roles, with a strong emphasis on IT industry positions.
  • Designed and executed innovative sourcing strategies to attract diverse talent through social media, job boards, professional networks, and employee referral programs.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers and department heads to understand staffing needs and develop targeted recruitment plans for IT roles.
  • Delivered regular recruitment progress updates and market trend analyses to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business goals.
  • Prepared and presented comprehensive recruitment reports to senior leadership, highlighting key metrics, insights, and strategic recommendations.
  • Mentored and coached junior recruiters and talent acquisition team members, enhancing their sourcing techniques, candidate engagement, and overall performance.
  • Conducted market research and talent mapping to identify skill gaps and proactively build talent pipelines.
  • Championed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives throughout the recruitment process to foster a more inclusive workforce.
  • Leveraged deep industry knowledge to source and recruit specialized IT talent, including chip designers, IT process engineers, and hardware architects.
  • Built and maintained a strong professional network within the IT industry to ensure a steady pipeline of qualified candidates.
  • Led the offer negotiation process, collaborating with HR and hiring managers to finalize job offers, negotiate compensation and benefits, and ensure a smooth onboarding experience through clear communication and candidate support.
Technical RecruitingIT RecruitmentCorporate Recruiting

Tetrasoft inc.

4 roles

Talent Acquisition Manager

Promoted

Jul 2022Feb 2024 · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Spearheaded team-building initiatives for Tetrasoft and Chubb GCC units in India through close collaboration with SVP, business leaders, and client stakeholders.
  • Led a team of 20 recruiters and a recruiting PMO, alongside personal recruiting efforts, to swiftly meet client hiring demands across internal and RPO services.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to design and execute a recruitment strategy for the CHUBB GCC India, successfully staffing IT service accounts within 6 months and contributing to revenue growth.
  • Provided daily guidance on recruitment methodologies, creative sourcing strategies, career development, and tools for challenging searches, while enhancing the experience for hiring managers and candidates.
  • Developed and maintained weekly, monthly, and annual recruiting reports to keep key business stakeholders informed about hiring progress across lines of business.
  • Determined effective recruiting techniques including campus hiring, digital advertising, and targeted outreach, while identifying opportunities to expand candidate pipelines.
  • Monitored wage trends and internal equity across the organization and broader employment market, sharing insights with HR and hiring managers to support informed decision-making.
  • Tracked recruitment metrics to evaluate strategy effectiveness and recommended process improvements to forecast future staffing needs.
  • Managed end-to-end recruitment for multifunctional non-agent corporate roles, including sourcing, screening, and interviewing qualified candidates.
  • Ensured consistent communication and goal alignment across the recruiting team to meet defined KPIs.
  • Fostered recruiter creativity and innovation in sourcing strategies to build a robust talent pipeline.
  • Supported HR initiatives such as performance management, development planning, and employee engagement activities.
Corporate Recruiting

Talent Acquisition Assistant Manager

Aug 2021Jul 2022 · 11 mos

  • RPO Manager for CHUBB GCC

Talent Acquisition Lead

Promoted

Feb 2016Jul 2021 · 5 yrs 5 mos

  • Responsible for end to end recruitment within the stipulated aggressive timelines and building the talent pipeline for the business to achieve the hiring targets within the standard timelines at optimal price point.
  • Develop effective Recruitment Teams to effectively recruit high performing candidates in a timely and cost effective manner.
  • Responsible for maintaining client relationships, serving as the point of contact for the organization with key clients.
  • Work Distribution & Synchronization –Ensure that the work is distributed among the work force in an orderly fashion.
  • Understanding various client requirements - job specifications for respective job openings and assigning to the Team
  • Set goals for the team and communicate goals on a regular basis.
  • Leading the Team: Requirement Allocation, Setting the Team Goals.
  • Training and mentoring the team on end to end recruitment.
  • Communicate key marketing messages to recruiting team & ensure same are integrated into the recruitment process to attract right talent also monitor Co.’s image in Facebook,LinkedIn & GlassDoor.
  • To generate reports such as RTM, (Requirement Traceability), Source Mix and recruiting status reports which gives clear picture of where we stand in terms of the goals.
  • Responsible for organizing hiring drives across INDIA in various cities such as Mumbai / Pune / Bangalore / Chennai / Hyderabad/Kolkata and NCR.

Technical Recruiter

Feb 2013Feb 2016 · 3 yrs

  • Responsibilities:
  • Working with large healthcare and PnC insurance accounts.
  • Actively involved in sourcing, screening, interview planning, salary negotiations, offer processing, pre and post offer candidate engagement till on-boarding.
  • Plan Strategic Recruitment activities by liaising with Respective Delivery Heads.
  • Collaborate with Leadership & HR lead to define the Talent Acquisition / Recruiting process which is aligned with business objectives and organizational staffing needs.
  • Consult with Business managers and Delivery heads to understand the skills required for each position in order to effectively match qualified candidates to organizational needs.
  • Deriving Market Data to substantiate recruitment stand on niche positions.
  • Optimize & Implement right sourcing mix which is not limited to Job Portal, Referral, Vendor, Job posting, Internal Database, Social Media and professional networking.
  • Develop & maintain superior candidate engagement practices by defining clear JD, briefing on recruiting process, timely update on progress, Interview preparation & smooth transition post hire.
  • Responsible for organizing hiring drives across INDIA in various cities such as Mumbai / Pune / Bangalore / Chennai / Hyderabad/Kolkata and NCR.

Education

Hyderabad Alumni Association of JNTU College of Engineering, Kakinada

B.Tech — Information and Technology

Jan 2006Jan 2010

narayana junior college

Board of Intermediate Education

Jan 2004Jan 2006

zinc smelter senior secondary school

central board of secondary education — Higher secondary

Jan 1992Jan 2004

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