Talent Acquisition Leader with in-depth knowledge and expertise in all aspects of Talent Acquisition. I have a proven experience in translating business strategies into talent acquisition plans and process innovation.
Around 14 years of experience in Investment banking, Telecom, Market research, Consulting, Tech and Healthcare industry, I have unfolded a deep understanding of identifying, implementing and evaluating unique recruiting programs in order to attract and select world-class talent. My journey has equipped me with a unique ability to translate complex ideas into accessible and actionable insights and thrive in dynamic & challenging environment.
My core competencies includes global talent recruiting, stakeholder management, internet recruitment, leadership hiring,and managing larger teams(60+). I have a passion for building cross-cultural teams that are customer-centric, innovative, and data-driven. I also have a proven track record of streamlining the hiring processes, and implementing new initiatives and policies. I believe that talent acquisition is not only about finding the right fit, but also about creating a positive and engaging candidate experience.
Hi, I’m
Jigyasa Avasthi
Deputy General Manager
Bengaluru
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Goldman Sachs (Via AMS)Bangalore
Deputy General Manager
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Led a high-performing recruitment team of 60+ members, overseeing sourcing and coordination activities across divisions for India region.
- Promoted to DGM within 7 months (average promotion cycle is 18 months), in recognition of top-tier performance and leadership on high-impact projects.
- Developed and executed strategic hiring plans, resulting in a 25% reduction in time-to-fill and 20% improvement in quality-of-hire metrics
- Managed multiple projects like IM outperforms, DEI, DRT, ERP simultaneously while maintaining focus on meeting key milestones.
- Designed and facilitated ongoing training and upskill programs, improving recruiter performance and consistency across the team.
- Fostered and promoted cooperative and harmonious working climate conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity, and effectiveness.
- Spearheaded diversity hiring initiatives, resulting in a 40% overall diversity mix.
- Improved internal communication channels, fostering a culture of transparency and accountability among team members.
- Ensured 100% process compliance with relevant regulations by developing robust procedures.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to drive successful project completion within deadlines.
DocsAppBangalore
Manager- People Growth
10.2018 - 11.2019
Job overview
- Successfully placed 200+ candidates in key roles.
- Handled entry level to Senior leadership positions.
- Built and set up the recruitment process from scratch.
- Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Participated in Implementation of Application Tracking tool- RecruiterBox
- Developed talent acquisition strategies and hiring plans for both Tech & Non-Tech hiring.
Mahindra ComvivaBangalore
Talent Acquisition Specialist
06.2013 - 07.2017
Job overview
- Managed full cycle recruiting process for multiple roles simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards in candidate assessment and selection across regions (Latin America, Africa, Middle East, Europe, Bangladesh).
- Collaborated with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs.
- Reduced time-to-fill for open positions by implementing efficient recruitment strategies and effective collaboration with hiring managers.
Hirepro ConsultingBangalore
Consultant- Human Resources
12.2009 - 03.2013
Job overview
- Lead and mentored team of 5 members.
- Vendor management that includes vendor identification, contract negotiation, finalization and implementation.
- Ensured timely renewal of contracts, agreements and all the annexure with vendors, which includes negotiation and finalization.
- Published requirements to vendors and review with sourcing partner on pipeline generation and fulfillment in line with client's expectation.
Bank of AmericaGurgaon
Team Member
05.2008 - 12.2008
Job overview
Education
Executive Program from Services Management
University Overview
Sam Higginbottom UniversityIndia
Master of Science
04.2001
University Overview
Skills
Leadership and team building
Personal Information
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Deputy General Manager
Goldman Sachs (Via AMS)
01.2022 - Current
Manager- People Growth
DocsApp
10.2018 - 11.2019
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Mahindra Comviva
06.2013 - 07.2017
Consultant- Human Resources
Hirepro Consulting
12.2009 - 03.2013
Team Member
Bank of America
05.2008 - 12.2008
Sam Higginbottom University
Master of Science
04.2001
Executive Program from Services Management
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