Meenakshi Uikey
Assistant Manager
Mulund East, Mumbai,MH
Summary
Recruitment Operations with 9yrs+ of experience in hiring employees across levels and profiles. Areas of recruiting handled include operations, BFSI IT, Non IT – F&B, Real Estate, and Retail, E-Commerce and legal & compliance.
Results-driven recruitment professional well-versed in talent sourcing, candidate evaluation, and onboarding processes. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and delivering on recruitment objectives with precision. Reliable in adapting to evolving organizational requirements and skilled in leveraging data-driven insights to make informed hiring decisions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Chief Recruitment Specialist, Client Engagement Manager, Assistant Manager
upGrad Rekrutindia
11.2021 - Current
- Spear heading the Recruitments for the IT, Non-IT – Sales & Operations for Logistics/Shipping, Supply Chain & Allied Services; Real Estate & IPC; Retail; Telecom (including Infrastructure & Telecom Shared Services); Media & Entertainment; Business Services; and Education & E-Commerce - Services.
- Chief Recruitment Specialist – (Nov – 21 to Mar – 23)
- Handling End to End recruitment & Team Management
- Sourcing, Interview schedule, offer negotiation, joining follow up , client / candidate wellness updates & follow-ups for payments.
- Management of SPOC for all the IT/ Non-IT hiring for niche Services Vertical clients.
- Identifying and selection of sources for manpower requirement- job portals, referral network.
- Mentoring the team of recruiters; guide and support through - Job portals, Employee Referrals, Internal database for niche profiles.
- Responsible for hiring across all levels from Associate / Entry Level – Vice President.
- Take ownership of general client enquiries and provide solutions to problems in an accurate and timely manner, e.g. assist clients with troubleshooting, navigational issues across multiple systems
- Responsibility to maintain regular reports and trackers.
- Ensure timely and accurate service delivery in accordance with stipulated Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
- Meet and exceed client expectations by offering exceptional service; demonstrate flexibility whilst consistently complying with company policies and procedures
- Provide information and educate client & candidates on HR policies, systems and processes
- Engage in discussions, training, workshops related to re-engineering and projects
- Collect feedback from clients through various channels and ensure client satisfaction
- Attend actively participate in daily team huddle, team meetings, etc.
- Hired through all possible channels of recruitment in social media (like Naukri, Updaaz, LinkedIn, Shine, IIMJobs, Hirist, Indeed)
- Client Engagement Manager (Apr 2023 – Mar 2025)
- On 1st March 2024 - Transferred to Parent company – upGrad Education Pvt. Ltd.
- Additional Responsibilities:
- Led a team of 4 recruiters, driving end-to-end hiring delivery and performance outcomes.
- Acted as the primary client liaison, ensuring timely closures and client satisfaction.
- Conducted monthly performance reviews, identifying gaps and implementing solutions-driven action plans.
- Travelled to client locations across India for recruitment drives and meetings
- Designed and executed tailored recruitment strategies to meet client expectations.
- Monitored hiring metrics and shared analytical reports with leadership for process optimization.
- Assistant Manager (Apr 2025 – Till Date)
- Additional Responsibilities:
- Managing a team of 7 recruiters overseeing multiple client mandates and delivery goals.
- Conducting regular performance assessments and implementing data-driven improvement plans.
- Developing and executing solutions-oriented strategies to enhance recruitment outcomes and efficiency.
- Travelled Pan-India for client meetings, recruitment drives, and performance review discussions.
- Maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring adherence to quality and compliance standards.
- Driving process improvement, operational efficiency, and team capability development.
- Key clients handled: upGrad (Study abroad), Blue Dart, Blox, Club Mahindra, DP world, DHL, Nykaa Events, LPU, ANAROCK, Sun King, Metro CC, Crescent Construction, Ajmera Realty, TEC, Puma, Dwello, Hamleys, India Mart, Ample,..
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies that enhanced candidate sourcing, resulting in a more diverse talent pool.
- Led client engagement initiatives that improved relationship management, fostering loyalty and increasing client satisfaction.
- Streamlined the recruitment process by adopting new technologies, significantly reducing time-to-hire while maintaining quality standards.
- Mentored junior recruitment staff, providing guidance that enhanced their skills and improved overall team performance.
Principal Consultant (Co - Founder)
360 Talents
07.2017 - 10.2021
- Spear heading the Recruitments for the IT, Non-IT – Operations, Legal & Compliance & BFSI.
- Handling End to End recruitment & Team Management
- Management of SPOC for all the IT/ Non-IT hiring for 360 Talents.
- Identifying and selection of sources for manpower requirement- job portals, referral network.
- Handling a team of freelance recruiters; guide and support through - Job portals, Employee Referrals, Internal database for niche profiles.
- Handling a 14-member team in a dotted reporting structure.
- Responsible for hiring across all levels from Analyst – Vice President.
- Take ownership of general client enquiries and provide solutions to problems in an accurate and timely manner, e.g. assist clients with troubleshooting, navigational issues across multiple systems
- Responsibility to maintain regular reports and trackers.
- Ensure timely and accurate service delivery in accordance with stipulated Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
- Meet and exceed customer expectations by offering exceptional service; demonstrate flexibility whilst consistently complying with company policies and procedures
- Provide information and educate customers on HR policies, systems and processes
- Engage in discussions, training, workshops related to re-engineering and projects
- Collect feedback from clients through various channels and ensure client satisfaction
- Attend actively participate in daily team huddle, team meetings, etc.
- Responsibility to maintain regular reports and trackers.
- Salary Negotiations & follow-ups for payments.
- Hired through all possible channels of recruitment in social media (like Naukri, Monster, LinkedIn, Shine, IIMJobs, Hirist, Indeed)
- Key clients handled: Mazars, Jaro Education, Tacto, Aertrip, ThoughtInteract and others. Third party: IDFC, HDFC, White Hat Jr, Sparecode, United Language Group, Accenture
- Spearheaded strategic initiatives to optimize talent acquisition processes, resulting in improved client satisfaction and retention.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs to enhance team performance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine service delivery methods, leading to increased operational efficiency and client outcomes.
- Analyzed market trends and client feedback to drive innovative consulting solutions, significantly enhancing competitive positioning.
Asst. Manager Recruitments
Select Jobs Pvt Ltd
08.2016 - 02.2017
- Spear heading the Recruitments for the IT, Non-IT – F&B, Real Estate, Retail, E-Commerce & BFSI.
- Reporting to the HOD – Business development & Recruitment.
- Handling End to End Recruitment & Team Management
- SPOC for IT & Non-IT Hiring.
- Brought clients on board under the guidance of the HOD.
- Conducting daily recruiters meeting to discuss mandates and action plan for the day.
- Identifying and selection of sources for manpower requirement- job portals and referral network.
- Sourcing candidates using internal databases - Job portals, Employee Referrals, Internal database.
- Handling a 6-member team in a dotted reporting structure.
- Imparted training programs for the recruiters to exceed their monthly targets regularly.
- Maintaining the given TAT and positioning the candidate as per the budget & Band.
- Responsibility to maintain regular reports and trackers.
- Scheduling candidates for interviews and follow up for updates / feedback / approvals
- Salary Negotiations & follow-ups for payments.
- Hired through all possible channels of recruitment in social media (like Times, Monster, LinkedIn & WhatsApp campaign)
- Drafted H.R Policy for the company & was responsible for its implementation
- Monitoring and Analysis of the ATS system updated by the recruitment team daily.
- Joined and Offered candidates were assessed and reviewed on a weekly basis.
- Daily sourcing to be registered in the ATS
- Key clients handled: Portfolio Financial, Inzane Labs, Active Alpha, IOTA Labs, Liquid Wisdom & others
- Developed and implemented targeted recruitment strategies that enhanced candidate quality and improved overall hiring efficiency.
- Led a team of recruiters in conducting comprehensive candidate assessments, ensuring alignment with organizational culture and job requirements.
- Streamlined the applicant tracking system processes, resulting in faster candidate screening and improved user experience for hiring managers.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify staffing needs and create effective job descriptions that attracted top talent.
Talent Acquisition Freelance
White Hunt
11.2011 - 07.2016
- Handling End to End recruitments
- SPOC for all the Non-Technology Hiring.
- Identifying and selection of sources for manpower requirement- job portals and referral network.
- Sourcing candidates using internal databases - Job portals, Employee Referrals, Internal database.
- Handling a 4-member freelance team in a dotted reporting structure.
- Responsible for hiring across all levels from Analyst – Vice President.
- Maintaining the given TAT and positioning the candidate as per the budget & Band.
- Responsibility to maintain regular reports and trackers.
- Scheduling candidates for interviews and follow up for updates / feedback / approvals
- Salary Negotiations & follow-ups for payments.
- Hired through all possible channels of recruitment in social media (like Naukri, Monster, LinkedIn)
- Key clients handled: Nomura, Gravita, ICICI Securities, Quantum, 3i Infotech, Sterling Infosystems & other
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
B.A -
S.I.E.S (Mumbai University)
01.2008
Higher Secondary - undefined
S.I.E.S (Mumbai University)
01.2005
Secondary - undefined
Maharashtra State Board of education
01.2003
Skills
Holistic hiring process management
Interests
Listening to music and traveling
Certification
Security Awareness Training
Timeline
POSH Training
09-2025
Security Awareness Training
09-2024
Source Pro IT Recruitment Certificate
11-2022
Chief Recruitment Specialist, Client Engagement Manager, Assistant Manager
upGrad Rekrutindia
11.2021 - Current
Principal Consultant (Co - Founder)
360 Talents
07.2017 - 10.2021
Asst. Manager Recruitments
Select Jobs Pvt Ltd
08.2016 - 02.2017
Talent Acquisition Freelance
White Hunt
11.2011 - 07.2016
Higher Secondary - undefined
S.I.E.S (Mumbai University)
Secondary - undefined
Maharashtra State Board of education
B.A -
S.I.E.S (Mumbai University)