Results-driven talent acquisition specialist with robust business acumen, skilled in recruiting across various industries and organizational levels. Proven ability to excel under pressure while maintaining a strong focus on building authentic professional relationships. Adept in interpersonal communication and collaboration, consistently delivering high-quality results through a dedicated work ethic.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager- AMA-Experienced Hiring
Procter & Gamble
Mumbai
07.2022 - 11.2023
As a geography talent acquisition leader, I was primarily accountable for hiring for niche skills and critical mandates across functions throughout the region
Assigned key performance indicators (KPIs) included turnaround time (TAT), quality of hires, diversity, and inclusion (D&I) recruitment, and brand equity initiatives
Managed a regional portfolio, focused talent acquisition efforts across India & MEA, gained thorough knowledge of varied talent landscape and offer process for different markets within MEA
Oversaw a team of sourcing and coordination specialists across different geographic areas and collaborated with stakeholders and different market talent acquisition leaders across region
Curated Job Descriptions for a variety of roles, published the recruitment process Handbook, worked on creating improved communication templates at every engagement level with candidates as well as stakeholders
Involved in spearheading significant improvement and employer branding initiatives in alignment with P&G's global guidelines
Successfully hired candidates for a wide range of positions, across mid to leadership roles with cost efficiency, quality and TAT being at the core, extensively leveraged on LinkedIn recruiting
Proactively ran programs to promote diversity and inclusion hiring, STEM and PWD hiring
Lead Talent Acquisition
Epsilon
Bangalore
04.2021 - 06.2022
Oversaw a multifaceted portfolio and spearheaded end-to-end talent acquisition for five pivotal business verticals
Functioned as a people manager, ensuring team alignment with the goals and key performance indicators (KPI) set for FY'22
Strategic Focus on Recruitment: Directed efforts towards optimizing source mix, achieving KPI targets, championing diversity and inclusion (D&I) hiring, and driving various employer branding initiatives
Cost-Efficient and Timely Hiring: Strategically managed cost-effective and efficient hiring channels, facilitating timely candidate placements and closures
Successfully led a D&I project in collaboration with Pride Circle, emphasizing Epsilon's commitment to diversity and inclusivity
Constant engagement with Leadership, consistent interactions with both the Global and Indian leadership teams, ensuring alignment and strategic coordination
Assistant Manager
Deloitte India (Offices of the US)
Hyderabad
07.2017 - 11.2020
Managed internal and external hiring, spanning lateral and campus recruitment spaces
Executed talent acquisition activities within TAT, thrived in a fast-paced and competitive environment juggled multiple priorities
Conducted behavioral-based interviews to identify ideal candidates for open positions
Designed and delivered customized training programs for interview panels, ensuring compliance with guidelines and effective behavioral interviewing techniques to promote unbiased candidate assessments
Seamlessly managed stakeholders, providing consistent insights and collaborating with hiring managers to define core competencies and develop targeted hiring strategies
Developed and implemented sourcing strategies for enhanced candidate engagement
Played a pivotal role in branding projects and nationwide engagement programs, particularly in Tier 1 campus recruitment, which does contribute to Deloitte's Universum ranking, have curated content for such programs, social media initiatives, internal newsletters, and LinkedIn banners
Maintained robust reporting and analytics, regularly shared dashboards with stakeholders to ensure engagement, detect anomalies, and proactively address gaps
Led and mentored a team, managed performance appraisal and feedback for their growth and development
Received recognition and awards for significant impact, process efficiency, and improvement initiatives
Lead Executive Talent Acquisition
Citco
Mumbai
11.2016 - 06.2017
Citco entered into the Indian market via HCL that involved innovative talent acquisition strategies, recruited topnotch professionals, particularly in leadership roles within investment banking
I was part of the pilot batch and managed hiring, identifying and onboarding vendors and strategizing overall hiring for the fiscal year
Our approach included a diverse source mix and a cost-efficient hiring model, along with vendor partnerships
Conducted thorough market analysis, engaged with Hewitt for compensation data, and tailored hiring and sourcing plans for niche roles in investment banking
Provided compensation benchmarking, seamless reporting, and analytics to support critical decisions
Continuous collaboration with the onshore team and stakeholders was a key part of our process, meticulously crafted job descriptions, devised hiring plans, and prioritized candidate and stakeholder engagement
Additionally, placed a strong focus on branding initiatives, leveraged social media for extensive engagement, and ran campaigns to raise awareness and attract top talent
Talent Acquisition Partner
Capita
Mumbai
04.2015 - 09.2016
End to end recruitment particularly for lateral and leadership mandates, supported hiring needs for mostly niche roles
Recruited across different business units & also handled hiring for support functions
Regularly engaging with business to ensure strong seamless stakeholder management and collaboration between Business and HR
Managing the recruitment life cycle for sourcing the best talent from diverse sources, conscious effort to maintain the channel mix
Recognized for the efforts & effective recruiting by Stakeholders across geographies
Received appreciation & recognition for completion of assigned targets within TAT & Budget
Process Expert TA
Maersk Global Service Centers
Mumbai
03.2012 - 08.2014
Responsible for end- to - end recruiting across all job levels, predominantly the leadership level mandates
Managed key stakeholders and met the hiring nos
Within TAT and budget
Created JDs, worked on hiring plans, engagement, onboarding, and utilization plans
Handled the full spectrum of recruitment tasks, including sourcing, screening, shortlisting, selection, offer negotiation, and post-offer engagement
Identified & implemented cost effective recruiting model, strategized hiring efforts adhering to the same, end to end vendor management, handling vendor payables and liaising with Finance team for timely payment
Received various rewards & recognition, awards and accolades by stakeholders and talent leaders
Demonstrated proficiency in hands-on sourcing and headhunting, had a versatile portfolio wherein I supported hiring for clients across varied industries, while the focus was mainly Leadership hiring
Effectively managed client requirements through close collaboration with client-side stakeholders
Provided timely and seamless support for critical hiring needs, both on the front end and through extended client relationships
Excelled in reporting and analytics, contributing to data-driven decision-making
Exceeded revenue and hiring targets, bagged the Employee of the Month award for three consecutive quarters
Trade Marketing Manager (previously Marketing Specialist) at Procter & Gamble – Latin AmericaTrade Marketing Manager (previously Marketing Specialist) at Procter & Gamble – Latin America