Pramod M V

CEO

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India21 yrs 10 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Over 20 years of experience in Talent Acquisition.
Expertise in driving strategic hiring initiatives.
Proven track record in employer branding and university relations.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition Leader with a focus on University Relations and Employer Branding.

Contact

pramod.venkat@gmail.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Talent AcquisitionUniversity RelationsEmployee Relations

Other Skills

Attention to DetailHiring Strategy & ExecutionTalent Pipeline DevelopmentEmployer Branding & OutreachProcess Engineering & Operations ExcellenceLeadershipWorkforce ManagementScreening ResumesOnboardingTalent Acquisition & AttractionBusiness Partner RelationsUniversity EngagementsCampus LiaisonDigital TransformationSourcing

About

Seasoned Talent Acquisition Leader with over 20 years of experience across Infosys, Capgemini, and LTIMindtree, specializing in Talent Acquisition, Early Career Hiring, Talent Management, Employee Relations, and HR Business Partnering. Proven expertise in driving strategic hiring initiatives, enhancing employer branding, and supporting organizational transformation through scalable talent solutions. Led large-scale campus hiring programs across Engineering, Management, Design, BSc/BCA, and Diploma streams, with strong engagement across placement offices, faculty, and student communities. Implemented innovative sourcing models such as Hire-Train-Deploy, Train & Hire, and passive talent community building to meet both niche and volume hiring needs. Conceptualized and executed employer branding initiatives including Leadership Connects, Alumni Connect, Pre-Placement Talks, Hackathons, Ideathons, Industrial Visits, and Certification Programs to position the organization as the employer of choice across academic institutions. Partnered with technology teams to develop recruitment platforms and dashboards that enable data-driven decision-making and executive-level insights. Collaborated with global business leaders to align talent strategies with organizational goals. Contributed to HR policy development, employee engagement, grievance resolution, and the implementation of progressive HR practices that support business transformation and cultural alignment.

Experience

21 yrs 10 mos

Total Experience

6 yrs

Average Tenure

3 yrs 10 mos

Current Experience

Ltm

2 roles

Senior Director - University Liaison and Early Career Engagement

Promoted

May 2026 – Present · 0 mo · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

Director - University Liaison and Early Career Engagement

Jul 2022 – May 2026 · 3 yrs 10 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

Driving strategies to create inclusive recruitment programs by leveraging Early Career Programs and University Collaborations.
Leading the development and execution of the entry-level workforce strategy, focusing on attracting high-potential graduates with strong learning agility from top universities.
Working towards establishing LTIMindtree as a preferred “Employer of Choice” at partner institutes through the development and implementation of impactful university relations programs and strategic tactics.
Designing business-led engagement programs to foster collaboration and build the relationship with key university stakeholders, including college leadership, faculty, and students.
Driving interventions to take the business units closer to the academia by left-shifting the skill needs embedded in the college curriculum.
Leading the "Campus to Corporate" model at partner institutions through engagement programs such as Curriculum Review Forums, Faculty Enrichment Programs, Ideathons, Skill Enrichment Programs, Alumni Connect, etc., to increase brand awareness and engagement.
Ensuring adherence to the company's hiring policies and regulations while maintaining compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements related to campus recruitment.

Attention to DetailUniversity RelationsTalent Acquisition

Capgemini

Program Manager - University Relations & Hiring

Aug 2021 – Jun 2022 · 10 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

Spearheaded Pan-India B-School Recruitment, Graduate Recruitment and Alternative Talent Recruitment Programs.
Managed the team supporting overall B-School hiring from Premier & Tier 1/2 Institutes as well as Chartered Accountant hiring.
Collaborated with senior leadership, recruiting managers, HR business partners, and leaders to define and deliver campus hiring commitments for full-time and interns across businesses and technology.
Established Capgemini as an "Employer of Choice" and increased mindshare with flagship initiatives like E.L.I.T.E. and Chrysalis Management Programs.
Collaborated with the Talent Transformation and Workforce Management organization to ensure campus hires are upskilled and deployed on schedule.
Handled Pan-India Pooled Graduate Hiring Program for Engineering and Non-Engineering graduates (BSc, BCA, BBA, etc.).
Managed Just-in-time (JIT) and Hire-Train-Deploy (HTD) models of hiring by collaborating with Finishing Schools throughout India to meet demand for entry-level talent with generic skills (Java, Testing, etc.) and niche capabilities (Cyber Security, Data Science, etc.).

Attention to DetailUniversity RelationsTalent Acquisition

Infosys

Practice Lead - Talent Acquisition

Feb 2010 – Aug 2021 · 11 yrs 6 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Led high-volume freshers hiring programs and oversaw large-scale programs across multiple regions, managing rapid ramp-ups across various talent profiles.
Centrally orchestrated the hiring programs focused on recruiting top coding talent from Premier Institutes like IITs, NITs, and top private institutes across India for the niche entry-level roles.
Responsible to recruit entry level Engineering talent across key regions in India.
Oversaw recruitment of Designers from top design schools in India for Infosys Digital unit (WONGDOODY) with UX/UI skill sets.
Program managed hiring of Graduates (BCA/BSc) and Diploma holders to fulfill entry-level requirements of various business units.
Played a key role as a part of the team for creating flagship programs like HackWithInfy and the InfyTQ Certification Program.
Managed off-campus hiring initiatives and the Winter Internship Program for early talent deployment.
Implemented the Panel Enablement Program to assess and train new interview panelists.
Identified & reviewed potential campus interview panel members from India-based employees, collaborated with L&D teams to facilitate "Competency-Based Interviewing" workshops for select employees across locations. Managed the Panel Rewards Program to recognize outstanding contributors.
Collaborated with Learning and Knowledge Management to bridge digital skills gaps through academic partnerships.

Attention to DetailUniversity RelationsTalent Acquisition

Infosys bpm

Associate Lead - BPHR

Jun 2004 – Feb 2010 · 5 yrs 8 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Worked as Business Partner HR (BPHR) to achieve strategic planning and operational tasks of the business group for various HR activities.
Proactively managed and resolved employee relations issues by conducting investigations, addressing grievances, and promoting a positive work environment.
Developed, reviewed, and updated HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with labor laws, company guidelines, and industry best practices.
Supported managers in the performance management process, including performance evaluations, coaching, and performance improvement plans.

Attention to DetailEmployee Relations