Hiren Hahad

Recruiter

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India6 yrs 5 mos experience

Key Highlights

Expert in technical recruitment and stakeholder management.
Proven track record in driving DEI initiatives.
Skilled in building strong talent pipelines.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition Specialist in the FinTech industry with a focus on technical recruitment.

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Skills

Core Skills

Technical RecruitingStakeholder ManagementEnd-to-end RecruitmentDiversity RecruitmentFull-cycle RecruitmentCandidate ScreeningRecruitment StrategiesCandidate Negotiation

Other Skills

Applicant Tracking SystemsClient RelationsCommunicationCorporate RecruitingCustomer ServiceDocument ManagementEmployer BrandingExecutive SearchExtemporaneous SpeakingFull Life Cycle RecruitingHR PoliciesHigh PerformerHiringHuman Resources (HR)Interview Coordination

About

Talent Acquisition Specialist currently working with a FinTech startup in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. I manage end-to-end recruitment with a strong focus on stakeholder management and technical hiring. I’ve built a track record of creating meaningful connections between people and opportunities. Whether it's scaling tech teams or driving DEI initiatives, I bring energy, empathy, and efficiency into every hiring conversation. From sourcing and networking to referrals and employer branding, I make sure talent pipelines stay strong and aligned with business goals. Recruitment for me isn’t just about filling roles. It’s about understanding people, their aspirations, and matching them with work they’ll be proud of. I believe in honest conversations and authentic experiences. Let’s make hiring more human and less transactional. Always happy to connect and chat about careers, dreams, and everything in between!

Experience

6 yrs 5 mos

Total Experience

1 yr 3 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 8 mos

Current Experience

Aspire

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Oct 2024 – Present · 1 yr 8 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

Spearheaded full-cycle recruitment for technical roles, including Software Engineers, Interns, Engineering Managers, Product Managers, Architects, Project Managers, and Tech Leads, ensuring timely closures of key positions.
Partnered with team members to refine interview scheduling processes, enhancing efficiency and candidate experience.
Built and maintained a dynamic talent pipeline through active networking, leveraging professional platforms, referrals, and industry events to connect with top talent.
Designed and executed strategies to attract candidates from underrepresented backgrounds, contributing to a diverse and inclusive hiring process.
Monitored and reported on DEI hiring metrics, providing actionable insights to align recruitment outcomes with organizational diversity goals.
Collaborated with business leaders to ensure recruitment strategies aligned with workforce planning and organizational objectives.
Maintained proactive communication with candidates throughout the hiring journey, offering consistent updates and resolving inquiries to enhance their experience.
Developed and nurtured strong relationships with stakeholders to gain deep insights into their hiring priorities and long-term talent requirements.
Conducted regular consultations with hiring managers to evaluate recruitment needs and deliver tailored solutions.
Trained and mentored new team members and interns on ATS tools, sourcing strategies, and recruitment best practices, boosting overall team productivity.
Directed end-to-end recruitment operations, from sourcing and interviewing to salary negotiations, ensuring an exceptional candidate and client experience.
Ensured accurate and up-to-date documentation in applicant tracking systems for efficient data management and compliance.
Actively participated in team discussions to share market insights, best practices, and innovative ideas for enhancing recruitment outcomes.

Full Life Cycle RecruitingTechnical RecruitingStakeholder ManagementDiversity RecruitmentApplicant Tracking Systems

Google

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Oct 2023 – Oct 2024 · 1 yr · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

Orchestrated end-to-end recruitment processes for Software Engineers specializing in Front End, Back End, Full Stack, Cloud, Machine Learning, AI, and Mobile Developers (Android and iOS).
Managed internal transfer processes, facilitating smooth transitions for employees seeking to move between teams or relocate to different office locations.
Collaborated closely with recruitment coordinators to streamline and optimize interview scheduling, enhancing overall efficiency in the hiring process.
Developed and maintained a robust network within the tech industry, leveraging both offline and online channels to identify and engage potential candidates.
Developed and implemented targeted outreach programs to attract candidates from diverse backgrounds, leading to a more inclusive candidate pool.
Created and maintained metrics and reports to track progress and effectiveness of DEI hiring initiatives, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Partnered with internal stakeholders to align DEI hiring goals with broader organizational diversity objectives, fostering a unified approach to inclusion.
Established effective communication channels with candidates, providing timely updates on application status and promptly addressing inquiries.
Developed and maintained strong stakeholder relationships, ensuring a deep understanding of their current and future priorities.
Conducted regular contact and reviews with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs, ensuring expectations were met.
Initiated various sourcing activities, including publishing vacancies, networking, and conducting referrals, to ensure a consistent supply of qualified candidates meeting client demands.
Developed and managed the end-to-end recruitment process, from sourcing and screening to qualifying candidates, briefing and preparing them, organizing interviews, and negotiating remuneration packages.

End-to-End RecruitmentDiversity RecruitmentStakeholder ManagementApplicant Tracking SystemsTechnical Recruiting

Aptask

2 roles

Senior Recruiter

Promoted

Feb 2022 – Oct 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · Remote

Specialized in fulfilling recruitment requirements for telecom, IT, Banking, and Manufacturing clients, with a focus on sourcing and placing highly qualified candidates for a wide range of technical and non-technical roles.
Demonstrated expertise in identifying and engaging with top talent in the industry, utilizing job boards and other recruitment channels to effectively attract qualified candidates who possessed the necessary technical skills, industry knowledge, and cultural fit.
Manage full-cycle recruitment efforts, including sourcing, identifying, interviewing, screening, and placing personnel in quick turnaround times for contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent positions.
Conduct thorough candidate screenings to ensure they meet client job requirements and qualifications, while also assessing their fit with the company culture.
Serve as a point of contact between client companies and job candidates throughout the entire recruitment process, handling both in-house and contract jobs and managing data in Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
Utilize LinkedIn, Monster, and CareerBuilder to post jobs, source candidates, and generate leads, while also proactively building a pipeline of potential candidates.
Scheduling the interviews of the candidates and following up with the concerned authority.
Successfully recruit resources for contract, contract-to-hire, and full-time positions for clients, while maintaining a high level of candidate and client satisfaction.

Full-Cycle RecruitmentCandidate ScreeningApplicant Tracking SystemsSourcingClient Relations

Recruiter

Jan 2020 – Nov 2020 · 10 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

Specialized in fulfilling recruitment requirements for telecom, IT, Banking, and Manufacturing clients, with a focus on sourcing and placing highly qualified candidates for a wide range of technical roles such as Network Engineers, Cybersecurity Engineers, Network Planning Managers, Data Analysts, Business Analysts, Operations Technicians, Dispatch Specialists, SD-WAN Engineers, Network Architects, Developers, Testers, Mechanical Engineers, Quality Analysts, Financial Analysts, Loan Professionals, Architects, DevOps, Cloud Professionals, and more.
Demonstrated expertise in identifying and engaging with top talent in the telecom industry, utilizing job boards and other recruitment channels to effectively attract qualified candidates who possessed the necessary technical skills, industry knowledge, and cultural fit.
Manage full-cycle recruitment efforts, including sourcing, identifying, interviewing, screening, and placing personnel in quick turnaround times for contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent positions.
Conduct thorough candidate screenings to ensure they meet client job requirements and qualifications, while also assessing their fit with the company culture.
Serve as a point of contact between client companies and job candidates throughout the entire recruitment process, handling both in-house and contract jobs.
Utilize LinkedIn, Monster, and CareerBuilder to post jobs, source candidates, and generate leads, while also proactively building a pipeline of potential candidates.
Collaborate with consultants on visa statuses such as H1B, TN Visa, all EAD visas, and to ensure compliance with regulations and to maximize recruitment efforts.
Successfully recruit resources for contract, contract-to-hire, and full-time positions for clients throughout the US, while maintaining a high level of candidate and client satisfaction.

Full-Cycle RecruitmentCandidate ScreeningJob PortalsClient Relations

Eteam

Senior Recruiter

Nov 2020 – Feb 2022 · 1 yr 3 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India · Remote

Developed recruitment strategies to attract top talent by sourcing, identifying, screening, qualifying, and negotiating rates, conducting telephonic interviews, and selecting the best candidates.
Collaborated with Account Managers to gather job requirements, submit candidate profiles, arrange interviews with shortlisted candidates, and ultimately place successful candidates in the right positions.
Utilized job portals like Dice, Monster, and CareerBuilder to source resumes that aligned with specific job requirements.
Negotiated competitive salaries and hourly rates, extended offers of employment to successful candidates, and completed all necessary paperwork for the hiring process.
Coordinated interview schedules for candidates and followed up with stakeholders to ensure a smooth recruitment process.
Successfully recruited high-quality resources for contract, contract-to-hire, and full-time positions for clients across the US, meeting both client and candidate needs.

Recruitment StrategiesCandidate NegotiationInterview CoordinationJob PortalsClient Relations