Lokesh Baburao
Bengaluru
Summary
Strategic Talent Acquisition Manager with 17 years of HR experience, including 13 years in leadership roles. Proven track record in full lifecycle recruitment and candidate sourcing, with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion. Skilled in utilizing analytics and innovative tools to optimize hiring processes and enhance candidate experiences. Extensive background in the Banking industry, effectively addressing workforce needs while ensuring regulatory compliance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Leader-India
Amadeus Labs
Bengaluru
08.2023 - Current
- Orchestrated strategic talent acquisition plans to align with organizational goals and improve hiring efficiency.
- Managed full-cycle recruitment processes, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding candidates.
- Oversaw teams of HR professionals to achieve recruitment targets across all functions.
- Established RPO framework to address hiring needs efficiently.
- Utilized applicant tracking systems to enhance recruitment workflows.
- Elevated employer brand through collaboration with marketing team.
- Leveraged data and metrics to evaluate recruitment strategy effectiveness and present insights to senior leadership.
- Analyzed market trends to inform recruitment strategies and initiatives.
People and Talent Lead - India
Bluevine
Bengaluru
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Spearheaded hiring growth at Bluevine, expanding staff from one to 180 in Technology and Operations.
- Developed recruitment strategy with HR Leadership and ExCo to fulfill organizational requirements.
- Managed team of eight senior HR professionals for national and international recruitment operations.
- Directed strategic initiatives in talent acquisition, compliance, and diversity across HR functions.
- Forecasted headcount needs in collaboration with leadership for effective workforce planning.
- Defined KPIs to evaluate recruitment costs against candidate profile quality.
- Designed SOPs for recruitment processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Monitored hiring progress to ensure alignment with budget forecasts.
AVP- Talent Acquisition and Global Programs
State Street
Bengaluru
07.2017 - 02.2022
- Directed recruitment for three business units, leading a team of 15 recruiters and managers.
- Developed strategies for large-scale ramp-ups, shifting operations to lower-cost locations.
- Designed scalable recruitment models managing sourcing budgets and key performance metrics.
- Executed diverse talent acquisition strategies to attract qualified candidates.
- Oversaw university recruitment initiatives targeting B-School and Engineering School candidates.
- Created global Talent Management Frameworks to enhance employee development and retention.
- Established career paths within Young Talent Program, fostering participant growth and success.
Lead Talent Acquisition - India
Chase
Bengaluru
04.2015 - 06.2017
- Aligned hiring plans with growth vision of Chase-Risk & Analytics business units.
- Facilitated collaboration among diverse recruiting teams, focusing on systematic Capacity Planning and Reporting.
- Executed industry benchmarking by mapping target firms at leadership level for competitive talent acquisition.
- Developed innovative solutions to enhance recruiting strategies while collaborating with teams for effective outcomes.
Associate- University Relation
Goldman Sachs
Bengaluru
05.2014 - 04.2015
- Directed university recruitment and relations initiatives, prioritizing hiring from B-Schools and engineering schools.
- Formulated comprehensive plans with clear objectives and timelines to ensure effective execution.
- Collaborated with campus ambassadors to develop operational plans and branding activities, attracting top talent.
- Monitored latest advancements in recruiting and engagement events to refine best practices at GS India.
Recruiter- Early Careers
Target
Bengaluru
11.2012 - 05.2014
- Cultivated relationships with key campus partners, including career centers and student leaders.
- Developed a comprehensive diversity recruitment plan with actionable strategies for attracting diverse talent.
- Facilitated leadership participation in campus recruiting events and interview processes.
- Maintained awareness of market conditions and industry trends to enhance recruitment effectiveness.
Recruiter
JPMorgan Chase and Co
Bengaluru
05.2010 - 11.2012
- Oversaw entire recruitment process to establish a robust talent pipeline and meet hiring targets.
- Collaborated with HR and business teams to develop campus recruitment strategy.
- Facilitated successful hiring of graduates, MBAs, and CAs from multiple campuses within timelines.
Recruiter
Opus Dei
Bengaluru
03.2009 - 05.2010
- Specialized as Recruiter in lateral recruitment for BPO clients.
- Managed entire recruitment lifecycle to ensure timely, efficient hiring processes.
- Built strong talent pipeline to meet aggressive hiring targets for respective businesses.
Education
Master's - Human Resources Management
IIM Lucknow
05.2014
Bachelor of Science -
St. Joseph's College of Arts and Science
05.2009
Skills
- Talent acquisition and management
- Strategic planning
- Stakeholder engagement
- Candidate assessment
- Data-driven recruitment
- Market research
- Global recruitment
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational abilities
- Recruitment strategies
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Leader-India
Amadeus Labs
08.2023 - Current
People and Talent Lead - India
Bluevine
03.2022 - 08.2023
AVP- Talent Acquisition and Global Programs
State Street
07.2017 - 02.2022
Lead Talent Acquisition - India
Chase
04.2015 - 06.2017
Associate- University Relation
Goldman Sachs
05.2014 - 04.2015
Recruiter- Early Careers
Target
11.2012 - 05.2014
Recruiter
JPMorgan Chase and Co
05.2010 - 11.2012
Recruiter
Opus Dei
03.2009 - 05.2010
Master's - Human Resources Management
IIM Lucknow
Bachelor of Science -
St. Joseph's College of Arts and Science