Akshat Gupta

Head of Talent

Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India13 yrs 2 mos experience
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Key Highlights

  • Over 13 years of HR leadership experience.
  • Expert in optimizing recruitment strategies for Fortune 500 companies.
  • Strong focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in hiring.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic HR leader with expertise in talent acquisition and organizational development.

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Skills

Core Skills

Human Resources (hr)Corporate RecruitingGlobal Talent AcquisitionTalent SourcingDiversity RecruitmentIt RecruitmentTechnical Recruiting

Other Skills

Applicant Tracking SystemsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Benefits NegotiationBoolean SearchingBusiness Process AutomationCampus PlacementConflict ResolutionConsultingContract RecruitmentDiversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)E-RecruitmentEmployee EngagementEmployee Referral ProgramsExecutive SearchHR Operations & Policy Design

About

As an accomplished HR leader with over 13 years of experience, I currently serve as Associate Director – Human Resources at Expedite Software Services Pvt. Ltd. My expertise spans across the full spectrum of HR functions, including: Employee Engagement & Experience Organizational Development & Change Management Performance Management Systems (PMS) Payroll & Compliance Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning HR Operations & Policy Design Learning & Development Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) I have consistently delivered impactful results by optimizing recruitment strategies and deploying top-tier talent across Fortune 500 and mid-sized organizations. My proficiency in platforms such as SAP SuccessFactors, SharePoint, SAP Fieldglass, Synergy Portal, iCIMS, JobDiva, LinkedIn, Dice, Monster, and Indeed has enabled me to streamline hiring processes and enhance candidate quality. As a strategic partner to business leaders, I’ve: Defined and executed workforce strategies aligned with organizational goals Led initiatives to reduce hiring costs, improve retention, and enhance diversity hiring Designed scalable HR processes that boost productivity and support business transformation My leadership style is rooted in collaboration, agility, and data-driven decision-making. I thrive in dynamic environments, driving HR innovation while ensuring compliance and cultural alignment.

Experience

13 yrs 2 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 7 mos
Average Tenure
2 yrs 6 mos
Current Experience

Expedite software services

Associate Director- HR

Dec 2023Present · 2 yrs 6 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India · Hybrid

Human Resources (HR)Corporate RecruitingPeople ManagementStaffing Services

Eteam

Associate Director

Mar 2023Nov 2023 · 8 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India · Remote

People ManagementGlobal Talent AcquisitionRecruiting

Judge india solutions

Manager- Talent Acquisition

May 2022Mar 2023 · 10 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India · On-site

  • Spearheaded a geographically dispersed team of recruiters, overseeing end-to-end IT recruitment for in-house hiring across various functions, including IT and corporate leadership roles
  • Facilitated regular meetings with Business Managers to gain insights into hiring demands and collaboratively develop effective strategies, encompassing campus recruitment, branding, and pipelining through advanced tools
  • Devised and implemented a highly impactful campus recruitment strategy, significantly enhancing the organization's visibility and fostering strong collaboration with renowned educational institutions
  • Ensured strict compliance with onboarding and background verification (BGV) processes, while maintaining high standards of hygiene metrics
  • Proficiently comprehend intricate job descriptions and effectively align the team to meet the requirements
  • Acted as the company's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion SPOC, maintaining a steadfast focus on promoting diversity and inclusion in hiring across all possible roles
  • Served as the primary escalation point for business stakeholders, addressing all recruiting-related queries and concerns promptly and effectively
OnboardingCampus PlacementCorporate RecruitingTalent SourcingDiversity Recruitment

Ntt data services

2 roles

Talent Acquisition Manager

Promoted

Oct 2018May 2022 · 3 yrs 7 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

  • Built and supervised a high-performing offshore sourcing team consisting of 40 Sourcers and 5 team leaders, driving strategic staffing initiatives for the organization
  • Achieved a target of 200 placements and generated $4MM in revenue in the first year, demonstrating a track record of delivering exceptional results
  • Designed and modified recruiting procedures, recorded metrics, and supervised team performance
  • Handled multiple MSPs and collaboration projects for different geographies and domains
  • Implemented talent acquisition programs and processes in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, resulting in streamlined recruitment operations and improved candidate quality
  • Built strong relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders, providing support throughout the recruitment lifecycle
  • Monitored and analyzed supplier performance, providing regular updates to senior management
Campus PlacementIT RecruitmentTalent SourcingPeople ManagementEmployee Referral Programs

Recruitment Lead - Strategic Staffing

Aug 2018Oct 2018 · 2 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

The judge group

Senior Recruitment Specialist

Sep 2016Jul 2018 · 1 yr 10 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India · On-site

  • Handled full lifecycle recruitment, including distributing requirements, sourcing, qualifying, scheduling interviews, and closure
  • Served as a single point of contact for MSP accounts, managing relationships and delivering results
  • Mentored junior recruiters, corrected searches, and answered queries related to specific jobs
  • Collaborated with US and Canadian clients, including TD Bank, Exelon, AIG, Delta Airlines, CITI Group, General Electric (GE), HP, and Monsanto
Technical RecruitingTalent SourcingStaffing ServicesRecruiting

Pyramid consulting

Sr. Executive- Resourcing

Jul 2014May 2016 · 1 yr 10 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India · On-site

  • Managed recruitment and staffing for US and Canadian clients
  • Mentored team members in effective search strategies, candidate evaluation, and rate negotiation
  • Sourced, headhunted, and screened profiles through various job sites and internal database
  • Utilized portals like Monster, Dice, Career Builder, Indeed, LinkedIn, and Workopolis for executive search operations
  • Interacted with existing consultants to gather intelligence on ongoing projects
Contract RecruitmentTalent SourcingGlobal Talent Acquisition

Eteam

Technical Recruiter

Apr 2013Jul 2014 · 1 yr 3 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

  • Handled end-to-end recruitment for contractual and full-time positions in Canada and the US
  • Utilized various job portals and internal databases for sourcing candidates
  • Conducted interviews, negotiated rates, and ensured timely onboarding
IT RecruitmentContract RecruitmentTalent SourcingStaffing Services

Kabeer consulting inc

IT Recruiter

Aug 2012Apr 2013 · 8 mos · Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India · On-site

Talent Sourcing

Education

Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad

PGDM (Executive) — Human Resource Management

Feb 2022Jun 2023

Chaudhary Charan Singh University

Bachelor's of Computer Applications — Computer Science

Jan 2010Jan 2013

Central Board of Secondary Education

Senior Secondary

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