Pinky Jai Shah

Head of Talent

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India14 yrs 9 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • Expert in global talent acquisition strategies.
  • Proven track record in diversity hiring initiatives.
  • Skilled in managing end-to-end recruitment processes.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition expert in the IT industry with a focus on strategic hiring and diversity.

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Skills

Core Skills

Global Talent AcquisitionTechnical RecruitingStakeholder ManagementIt RecruitmentCampus PlacementFull-life Cycle Recruiting

Other Skills

Active SourcingApplicant Tracking SystemsBPOCandidate ManagementConsultingCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Diversity & InclusionEmployee Referral ProgramsEmployee RelationsHR OperationsHRISIT and Non IT RecruitmentsInduction ProgramInternal RecruitmentLead Generation

About

Experienced Talent Acqusition Lead with a proven track record in the IT industry. Skilled in HR Consulting, Executive Search, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Technical Recruiting, and Staffing Services. My forte lies in crafting and executing strategic hiring plans that align with organizational objectives. Proficient in candidate assessment, interviewing, and talent management, I specialize in cultivating enduring relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and stakeholders. I am dedicated to delivering exceptional support and guidance throughout the recruitment process for both candidates and hiring teams. With a dedicated focus on diversity hiring and inclusion, I have a track record of implementing successful strategies to nurture a diverse and inclusive workforce

Experience

14 yrs 9 mos
Total Experience
2 yrs 3 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 2 mos
Current Experience

Newfold digital (formerly endurance international group/directi)

Talent Acquisition, Manager

Apr 2025Present · 1 yr 2 mos · Maharashtra, India · Remote

Newfold digital

2 roles

Talent Acquisition - Associate Manager

Apr 2024Apr 2025 · 1 yr · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · Remote

Talent Acquisition Lead

Feb 2022Apr 2023 · 1 yr 2 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · Remote

  • Managing end-to-end recruitment process for Engineering and IT Operations.
  • Handled Mid-Senior Lateral and Leadership hiring across India, the US, the Netherlands, and Australia.
  • Led a team of 2 recruiters, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management.
  • Tracked recruitment metrics, identified trends, and provided insights to the team and hiring managers to drive recruitment strategies.
  • Analyzed stakeholders' needs, interests, and expectations to grasp their influence on the project.
  • Engaged with stakeholders to cultivate trust and foster positive relationships.
  • Consistently produced timely reports to keep all stakeholders informed and involved.
Leadership HiringTeam ManagementGlobal Talent AcquisitionTechnical RecruitingIT RecruitmentNische Talent Acquisition+4

Directi

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Nov 2016Feb 2017 · 3 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

  • Source potential candidates from unconventional job platforms like Stack Overflow and Github, enhancing the likelihood of meeting job requirements.
  • Analyze IT resumes to extract specialized skills and qualifications.
  • Conduct pre-screening calls to assess applicants' abilities, reducing second-level screening time by 50%.
  • Interview candidates using a blend of methods including structured interviews, technical assessments, and behavioral questions to evaluate character and culture fit.
  • Collaborate with technology leads to forecast departmental goals and hiring needs, devising effective strategies to achieve them.
  • Create and send personalized recruiting emails to passive candidates highlighting current job openings.
Internal RecruitmentTechnical RecruitingStakeholder ManagementNon tech HiringSalary NegotiationsSalary Benchmarking

Endurance international group india

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Sep 2015Apr 2016 · 7 mos · Mumbai, India

  • Assessed candidate strengths against job requirements through thorough evaluation, screening, and interviewing processes.
  • Employed innovative methods to recruit passive candidates, thinking 'outside the box' for sourcing.
  • Conducted both phone and in-person interviews, meticulously reviewing resumes to identify top-tier IT professionals.
  • Maintained and updated recruiter database for efficient pipeline management and data forecasting.
  • Leveraged platforms like LinkedIn, Monster, Naukri, Indeed, and other social media channels to build a robust candidate network.
  • Collaborated with Hiring Managers and Team Leaders to define desired competencies and oversee requisitions.
Applicant Tracking SystemsIT and Non IT RecruitmentsStakeholder ManagementStakeholder EngagementSalary NegotiationsSalary Benchmarking+1

Directi internet solutions pvt ltd.

4 roles

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Promoted

Jul 2015Aug 2015 · 1 mo · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

  • Managed end-to-end tech and non-tech hiring processes.
  • Coordinated and scheduled campus recruitment events at Tier 1 and Tier 2 institutes such as IITs, IIMs, and various B-schools.
Campus PlacementIT RecruitmentSalary NegotiationsSalary BenchmarkingStakeholder Management

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Jul 2011Jun 2015 · 3 yrs 11 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

  • Oversaw all lateral non-tech recruitment requirements and campus recruitment initiatives. Collaborated closely with Hiring Managers to devise innovative approaches for strategizing, implementing, and fulfilling talent acquisition objectives.
People ManagementTechnical RecruitingActive SourcingStakeholder EngagementStakeholder ManagementFull-life Cycle Recruiting

Talent Acquisition Trainee

Jul 2010Jun 2011 · 11 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

  • Took on a dual responsibility as a trainee, managing both tech and non-tech recruitment, while also handling administrative duties for the team.

Admin Executive, Talent Acquisition

May 2007Jun 2010 · 3 yrs 1 mo · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

  • Conducting campus recruitment at diverse Tier 1 and Tier 2 institutes nationwide.
  • Managing HR operations.
HR OperationsInduction ProgramEmployee Referral Programs

Dr batras' positive helath clinic pvt ltd

Patient Care Executive

Jun 2006Apr 2007 · 10 mos

  • Managed all aspects of patient care from their arrival at the clinic to their departure.
  • Engage with and provide counseling to patients.
  • Address and resolve patient grievances, complaints, or issues, escalating them through appropriate channels when necessary.
  • Regularly create, maintain, and update the patient database.
  • Efficiently manage front desk operations.
  • Multitask to ensure seamless clinic operations.

Eskay resorts india pvt. ltd.

Marketing Executive

Mar 2003Dec 2005 · 2 yrs 9 mos

Education

University of Mumbai

Bcom — Bcom

Jan 2005Jan 2006

University of Mumbai

Hsc

Jan 2002Jan 2003

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