Apr 2024 – Nov 2024 · 7 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India

Mar 2023 – Apr 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo · Pune, Maharashtra, India · Hybrid

• As a sole contributor, led strategic talent acquisition for a high-performing engineering team, implementing Predictive Index and Codility assessments for precise candidate evaluation. I prioritized culture-aligned hiring to establish the engineering team from inception. My role included developing and executing end-to-end talent acquisition strategies in line with company growth plans. I personally managed the entire recruitment life cycle, emphasizing a hands-on and personalized approach. Additionally, I implemented continuous improvement initiatives based on feedback and evolving hiring trends.
• Set an engineering team from scratch starting with Frontend Dev , Backend Developers , Data Engineers , UI/UX , QA team , Accounting team , & Platform Engineers

Jan 2021 – Mar 2023 · 2 yrs 2 mos

• Successfully set up Cerence captive, scaling from 0 to 400 headcounts, and developed and delivered a comprehensive talent strategy aligned with aggressive growth plans.
• Acted as a strategic partner to the Executive Leadership Team, providing adaptive solutions to talent challenges while leading and coaching the India TA team.
• Evaluated vendor offerings critically to select the most appropriate partners for delivering desired results at optimal costs.
• Utilized data-driven insights to make informed decisions that resulted in higher returns on investments.
• Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Achieved operational excellence by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
• I scaled up significantly during the pandemic, which stands as one of my proudest achievements! Despite the challenges, I managed to grow the organization and rapidly expand the talent pool, adapting to remote hiring and onboarding processes effectively. This experience not only tested my resilience but also reinforced my ability to lead in uncertain times.

May 2020 – Dec 2020 · 7 mos

Jan 2020 – May 2020 · 4 mos

Apr 2018 – Dec 2019 · 1 yr 8 mos · Pune/Pimpri-Chinchwad Area · On-site

• Supervised recruiting capabilities for 12 Business Units, closed 200 roles, and successfully on-boarded 121 candidates.
• Key contributor to the extended Fiserv TA team during the integration process. Trained junior recruiters on best practices for sourcing, interviewing, and candidate management.
• Enhanced candidate pipeline by utilizing various sourcing strategies, including social media, networking events, and job postings.
• Assisted hiring managers in creating accurate job descriptions that accurately reflected role requirements and attracted qualified applicants.
• Negotiated favorable compensation packages for new hires, ensuring company remained an attractive employer of choice.
• Provided exceptional support to candidates throughout the interview process, leading to positive feedback and increased offer acceptance rates.

Mar 2017 – Mar 2018 · 1 yr · Pune/Pimpri-Chinchwad Area

• Took a Career Break

Apr 2016 – Feb 2017 · 10 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

• Led the Resource Optimization (RO) project, transitioning 1200 HSBC employees to Pune & Hyderabad offices.
• Built a diverse team of 10 professionals, achieving key outcomes in quality of hire, cost per hire, and time to fill.
• Built strong relationships with hiring managers through consistent communication, resulting in better understanding of their needs and more efficient candidate selection.
• Managed recruitment team and trained and mentored new advisors.
• Collaborated with HR leadership regarding candidate salary determinations.
• Analyzed recruitment metrics regularly to identify areas of opportunity for improvement, implementing necessary adjustments to enhance overall performance.

Mar 2015 – Apr 2016 · 1 yr 1 mo · Pune Area, India

• I set up the UBS captive, offering 1000 headcounts and guiding Global Hiring
• Leaders.
• Managed integrated Global Workforce Management and Talent Acquisition, successfully executing leadership hiring while building the team from the ground up.
• Mentored my team members on best practices in hiring and team collaboration skills, fostering a supportive work environment.
• Improved team efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative management strategies.
• Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and stakeholder expectations

Feb 2010 – Mar 2015 · 5 yrs 1 mo · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

• JP Morgan is a financial services company that offers investment banking and
• financial services for consumers and small businesses.
• Achieved an average of 250 hires per month with a high rate of employee referrals, focusing particularly on leadership roles. Successfully reduced staffing costs and developed staffing strategies aligned with JPMC culture.
• Managed redeployment and reduction in force (RIF) cases, achieving an 80% success rate

Dec 2006 – Mar 2008 · 1 yr 3 mos · Pune/Pimpri-Chinchwad Area

Sep 2004 – Dec 2006 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Pune/Pimpri-Chinchwad Area