Deepika Bhayani
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced Talent Acquisition & People Operations Specialist with 7+ years of expertise in building and scaling recruitment processes across fast-growing startups. Adept at driving strategic hiring initiatives, streamlining recruitment operations, and building inclusive, high-performing teams.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Operations Manager (TA & Client Engagement)
Flexiple
01.2024 - Current
- Lead strategic hiring for mid to senior-level roles across tech and non-tech functions, aligning talent delivery with business growth objectives.
- Own end-to-end recruitment for enterprise and startup clients, covering demand intake, sourcing, assessment, stakeholder alignment, offer closure, and onboarding.
- Manage and mentor a team of 3 recruiters, guiding sourcing strategy, candidate screening, and interview coordination to ensure consistent delivery.
- Serving as SPOC for FTC hiring of a key account, independently driving hiring strategy, execution, and closures while managing all client communication.
- Partner closely with founders, hiring managers, and TA leaders to define hiring priorities, SLAs, and data-driven recruitment strategies.
- Optimized recruitment workflows and interview processes, reducing hiring cycle time by 30% and significantly improving candidate experience.
- Exceeded quarterly closure targets by filling 10+ niche and critical roles within tight timelines through proactive pipeline planning.
- Built strong, long-term client relationships through proactive communication, expectation management, and hiring insights.
- Leveraged ATS platforms such as Recruiterflow, Zoho Recruit, and Ashby to manage pipelines, track hiring metrics, and ensure process consistency across multiple clients and roles.
Freelance Talent Acquisition Consultant
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with startups and consulting firms to drive strategic hiring for mid to leadership roles across non-tech functions.
- Delivered customized recruitment solutions, partnering closely with business leaders to address talent gaps effectively.
HR Executive (People Operations & Hiring)
BiteSpeed
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Facilitated smooth onboarding, payroll, compliance, and employee data management.
- Supported leadership hiring and day-to-day HR operations, ensuring a positive employee experience.
- Managed vendor relations, regulatory compliance (TDS, GST), and health insurance administration.
- Drove employee engagement through team events, offsites, and wellness initiatives.
HR Manager (HR + Talent Acquisition)
Meyrahkee Advisors
02.2019 - 12.2022
- Led end-to-end hiring for internal teams and non-tech client mandates, ensuring timely, quality hires.
- Designed and implemented key HR policies (referral, maternity/paternity) fostering an inclusive culture.
- Developed recruitment processes from the ground up as the company's first employee, driving scalable operations.
- Managed payroll, leave systems (GreyT HR), compliance (TDS, GST), and organizational development.
- Orchestrated employee engagement programs and training initiatives enhancing team performance.
Global Immigration Specialist
As Visas & Permits.Com
01.2017 - 01.2018
Immigration Specialist
IBM
01.2009 - 01.2010
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Customer Relationship Management
Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning
B.Sc. - Home Science – Food & Nutrition
Saurashtra University
Skills
- End-to-End Talent Acquisition (Tech & Non-Tech)
- Leadership & Strategic Hiring
- Recruitment Process Design & Optimization
- Stakeholder & Vendor Management
- Employer Branding & Talent Attraction
- Performance Management
- Manpower Planning, Budgeting & Cost Control
- People Operations & Employee Experience
- Team Collaboration & Cross-Functional Partnership
Timeline
Sr. Operations Manager (TA & Client Engagement)
Flexiple
01.2024 - Current
Freelance Talent Acquisition Consultant
08.2023 - 12.2023
HR Executive (People Operations & Hiring)
BiteSpeed
12.2022 - 07.2023
HR Manager (HR + Talent Acquisition)
Meyrahkee Advisors
02.2019 - 12.2022
Global Immigration Specialist
As Visas & Permits.Com
01.2017 - 01.2018
Immigration Specialist
IBM
01.2009 - 01.2010
B.Sc. - Home Science – Food & Nutrition
Saurashtra University
Postgraduate Diploma - Customer Relationship Management
Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning