Arjun Chatterjee

Associate Partner

Dubai, United Arab Emirates20 yrs 5 mos experience
Highly StableAI Enabled

Key Highlights

  • Over 20 years of global talent acquisition experience.
  • Expert in executive search and workforce planning.
  • Proven track record in building diverse, high-performing teams.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Global Talent Acquisition Expert with a focus on HR transformation and digital hiring strategies.

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Skills

Core Skills

Global Talent AcquisitionOrganizational LeadershipDigital TransformationExecutive SearchRecruitment Process Re-engineeringTalent Acquisition

Other Skills

Analytical ThinkingAnalyticsAnalytics and reportingApplicant Tracking SystemsBuilding Business PartnershipsBusiness DevelopmentC-Suite EngagementCRMCampus HiringCapability DevelopmentChatGPTCoaching & MentoringCollege RecruitingConsultingContract Recruitment

About

Every organization’s true competitive edge lies in its people—and I’ve spent the last two decades helping global businesses build that edge. With over 20 years of experience across Asia, North America, and the Middle East, I’ve led large-scale talent transformations that connect business growth with leadership excellence. From scaling Sun Life Global Solutions to establishing DAMAC’s offshore talent hub in India, my journey has been defined by one mission — shaping future-ready workforces that thrive on agility, inclusion, and innovation. As a Global Talent Architect and Leadership Coach, I specialize in 𝐞𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡, 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐂𝐂 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠, with deep expertise across 𝐁𝐅𝐒𝐈, 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲, 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞, 𝐄𝐏𝐂, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐀𝐈/𝐌𝐋, 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐫𝐲𝐩𝐭𝐨. My approach blends 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐚-𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬, and 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭,, ensuring talent strategies align seamlessly with business transformation goals. Having held leadership roles with global organizations like 𝐒𝐮𝐧 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞, 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬, 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐂, I’ve built scalable hiring frameworks, automated recruitment processes, and driven cost efficiencies — all while cultivating diverse, high-performing teams that deliver measurable impact. An alumnus of 𝐈𝐒𝐁 𝐇𝐲𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐝 and 𝐈𝐈𝐓 𝐁𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐲, and a 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐄&𝐈 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐇 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫, I’m passionate about developing inclusive leaders and mentoring emerging HR professionals to shape the future of work. Currently, as 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫 & 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝 – 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐯 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, I help organizations worldwide identify, attract, and retain transformative leaders who drive sustainable growth. If you believe in building the kind of leadership that redefines possibilities — let’s connect and create the future of work, together.

Experience

20 yrs 5 mos
Total Experience
2 yrs 4 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 5 mos
Current Experience

Seintiv talent solutions

Associate Partner & Practice Lead, Executive Hiring

Jan 2025Present · 1 yr 5 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Hybrid

  • Partnering with clients to deliver agile, high-impact contingent hiring solutions that connect great talent with opportunity.

Sun life

Director Talent Acquisition

Jan 2021Jan 2025 · 4 yrs · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

  • In my role at Sun Life, I spearheaded talent acquisition strategies that aligned with organizational growth and digital transformation. I successfully scaled the workforce across India and Vietnam while enhancing early-career talent pipelines through targeted programs. My initiatives in process automation and analytics integration have streamlined global hiring efforts across multiple markets.
Cost optimizationSuccession PlanningGlobal Talent AcquisitionCoaching & MentoringBuilding Business PartnershipsTrusted Business Advisor+4

American express

Talent Acquisition Leader

Jan 2020Jan 2021 · 1 yr · Greater Bengaluru Area · On-site

  • In my role at American Express, I led talent acquisition efforts that significantly contributed to the company’s digital transformation. By focusing on gender diversity and leveraging AI technology, I successfully streamlined the hiring process and improved overall efficiency. My initiatives resulted in over 600 tech hires within a year, showcasing my commitment to building a diverse and skilled workforce.
Executive SearchUniversity RecruitmentDigital TransformationGeographic ExpansionCapability DevelopmentTeam Leadership+1

Allegis global solutions

Director & Head - Recruitment Operations (RPO - Amex)

Jan 2017Jan 2020 · 3 yrs · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • In my role at Allegis Global Solutions, I spearheaded recruitment operations to align with Amex's digital strategy, successfully managing over 1,200 hires. I created innovative benchmarking models for Tech & Analytics roles, significantly improving the quality of hires. My efforts led to a reduction in third-party agency dependency, ensuring cost efficiency and operational excellence. I was honored with the APAC Recruitment Award for my leadership in talent acquisition.
Recruitment Process Re-engineeringRPOExecutive SearchCustomer Experience ManagementNew Business DevelopmentGlobal Talent Acquisition+2

Audax labs

Director Enterprise Sales & Head of India Human Resources

Jan 2017Jan 2017 · 0 mo · Noida Area, India

  • At Audax Labs, I played a pivotal role in launching the organization in India, focusing on infrastructure, talent management, and compliance. My responsibilities included P&L management and policy development, which were essential for building a strong foundation for the company.
Startup DevelopmentTalent AcquisitionHR Leader

Convergys intelligent contact

Senior Talent Acquisition Leader (India, China & Malaysia)

Jan 2014Jan 2017 · 3 yrs · Gurugram, Haryana, India

  • In my role at Convergys Intelligent Contact, I spearheaded talent acquisition across India, China, and Malaysia, with a strong emphasis on senior leadership hiring. I successfully rolled out Workday HCM in the APAC region, driving significant automation and process efficiencies. Additionally, I established an internal Center of Excellence, which reduced our reliance on external agencies by more than 50%. My efforts also included integrating the workforce post-acquisition of Stream Global Services.
Global Talent AcquisitionTeam ManagementLeadership HIRINGP & L Oversight

Aon hewitt

Sourcing Lead - India, HR Outsourcing

Jan 2012Jan 2013 · 1 yr · Gurgaon, Noida, India

  • In my role at Aon Hewitt, I served as the Global Talent Acquisition Sourcing Lead, overseeing operations for India, the US, and the UK. I built and managed a Global Insourced Talent Sourcing Hub, focusing on HR outsourcing, consulting, and technology. My efforts streamlined sourcing processes and improved talent acquisition strategies across multiple markets.
Global Talent AcquisitionOutsourced HR ServicesShared Service Center

Interra information technologies (interrait)

Manager - Staffing & Talent Optimization

Jan 2009Jan 2012 · 3 yrs · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

  • Key Responsibility Area (KRA):
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Devising organization’s workforce needs from a skill, level and geography perspective.
  • Overall responsibility for communicating Talent Acquisition status updates to Line Business Management and C-Level Executives including written progress updates and using agreed to TA dash board.
  • Provides report outs on line business activities to fellow Talent Acquisition colleagues
  • Acts as the single point of talent acquisition information globally to Executive Leadership, Talent Acquisition and the business which requires close relationship management with TA colleagues servicing business lines in the US and India.
  • People management:
  • Responsible for all aspects of managing a team including but not limited to performance management, hiring, coaching, development, & load balancing.
  • Assigns work and requisitions priorities, and reaches out to colleagues to solicit support for work that exceeds the limits of his/her team.
  • Point of escalation on talent acquisition issues for team.
  • Monitors the effectiveness of relationships between hiring managers and the Talent Acquisition Consultants
  • Communicates to compensation and benefits when there are issues with hiring due to comp and benefit issues that are impacting the hiring activities for the line of business
  • Advises TA team on creation of sourcing strategy for line of business, with a focus on leveraging all available sources minimizing cost and maximizing results
  • Contributes to the development of the overall sourcing strategy for Talent Acquisition.
  • May be actively involved in filling requisitions at the senior level.
  • Project Management:
  • Leads complex hiring projects and sourcing initiatives
  • Develops project plans, acquires appropriate resources and advises and consults on projects.

Independent consultant

Talent Acquisition

Jan 2008Jan 2009 · 1 yr · NCR · Hybrid

  • I played a pivotal role in talent acquisition by analyzing market demand and optimizing resource planning. Created Supply-Demand Charts for sectors like Manufacturing and Healthcare to inform strategic decisions. Collaborated with the Business Development team to identify client pain points and enhance service delivery. Initiated vendor management procedures based on location mapping of demand, streamlining operations.

Indosys corporation

Business Manager - Transformation (Resource Optimization, TA & TD)

Jan 2005Jan 2008 · 3 yrs

  • High energy individual with ability to build and improve a world-class, high performance staffing operation
  • Create and deliver top-notch training and development program that enables staffing professionals to be the best in the industry
  • Improve organizational output through improved processes and quality measures
  • Translate process improvements into software requirements for RMS
  • Create HR policies, compensation plans, KRAs and framework for determining and measuring employee performance
  • Initiate program for employee appraisals and performance reviews
  • Assist employees with skills development and career planning with focus on employees achieving their highest potential
  • Create milestones and metrics to measure ongoing business results
  • Obtain ISO 9001, Six Sigma, or other related certifications for staffing operation

Rose international

Manager - Human Resources

Jan 2005Jan 2005 · 0 mo

  • Talent Acquisition
  • Vendor Contract Negotiation
  • Referral Campaign Management
  • Grievance Management
  • Employee Engagement

Ge capital

Process Associate

Jan 2004Jan 2005 · 1 yr · Gurugram, Haryana, India

Education

Indian School of Business

The Future CHRO Programme ( ISB) — Human Resources Development

Aug 2024Feb 2025

IIT Bombay - Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management

Master of Business Administration - MBA — Human Resources Development

Jun 2011Jul 2012

Delhi University

BA (Hons.) — Mass Communication (Journalism)

Jan 2001Jan 2004

Don Bosco School, New Delhi, India

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