Anirudh Kumar — Head of Talent
Around 15 years of progressive experience in IT recruitment, I bring deep expertise in driving end-to-end talent acquisition strategies for some of the most recognised names in tech. Currently serving as a Talent Acquisition Manager at 9Staffing, I specialise in hiring client-facing, high-impact technical talent—ranging from Solutions Architects to Enterprise and Partner Architects—across the Indian market. As I look ahead to senior leadership roles, I am passionate about scaling TA functions, enhancing candidate experience, and aligning hiring with long-term business strategy. Key Highlights Successfully led hiring initiatives for top-tier tech giants, including Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, Dell EMC, Adobe, SAP, and IBM Proven ability to hire niche, senior-level talent for fast-paced, client-driven environments Skilled in multiple sourcing methodologies: headhunting, talent mapping, referrals, networking, and social recruiting Strong background in stakeholder and account management, working closely with hiring leaders to define hiring plans and deliver results End-to-end ownership of the hiring lifecycle—from role definition and job description creation to screening, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding What Sets Me Apart Strategic mindset with hands-on execution Ability to build, mentor, and lead high-performing TA teams Focused on data-driven hiring, process optimisation, and recruitment branding Committed to elevating the candidate and stakeholder experience at every touchpoint Holding an MBA in Human Resources from Sikkim Manipal University, I stay driven by a clear purpose: to connect the right people with the right opportunities, and to build scalable, future-ready talent acquisition functions that fuel business growth. Let’s connect if you’re building the next wave of tech talent or want to exchange ideas on strategic hiring!
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition Manager with expertise in IT recruitment for enterprise-level technology firms.
Location: West Delhi, Delhi, India
Experience: 16 yrs 6 mos
Skills
- Talent Acquisition
- Technical Recruiting
- Recruitment Management
Career Highlights
- Led hiring for top tech companies like AWS and Microsoft
- Expert in sourcing niche technical talent
- Passionate about enhancing candidate experience
Work Experience
9Staffing
Sr. Manager - Talent Acquisition (3 yrs 5 mos)
Manager (4 yrs 2 mos)
Consultant (5 yrs 2 mos)
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Talent Acquisition Specialist (2 yrs 6 mos)
IBM
SE (1 yr 3 mos)
Education
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) at Sikkim Manipal University - Distance Education