1 ATS / HR Systems SAP SuccessFactors – ATS, hiring workflows, reporting Oracle / Taleo – ATS & recruitment management Microsoft Excel / Teams / Outlook – Hiring tracking, coordination, reporting
Nilima Gupta
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist With Proven Global Corporate Experience In Building World-class Teams Across Energy, Technology, And Corporate Functions. Recognized For Strategic Hiring, Market Mapping, And Delivering Business-critical Talent Solutions.
Thane
Summary
Seasoned Talent Acquisition professional with extensive experience hiring top-tier talent for global organizations across EPC, Manufacturing, O&M, and Cybersecurity domains. Proven expertise in large-scale hiring for Electrical Engineering (HVDC, FACTS, System Studies, Substations, Switchyards, OHTL, Renewable, Infra, MEP, Oil & Gas), and Manufacturing & O&M sectors including Heavy Engineering, Electrical & Electronics, Mechanical Machinery, Fabrication & Structures, Energy & Power Equipment, Process & Chemical Equipment, Construction & EPC, Consumer Durables, Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering, and Industrial Automation & Robotics.
Demonstrated capability in building high-impact teams across network, cloud, endpoint, and application security , including SOC operations, incident response, vulnerability management, GRC, and enterprise security tooling. A strategic partner to senior leadership with deep market intelligence across India, leveraging data mapping, salary benchmarking, role taxonomy, and stakeholder advisory to drive hiring excellence. Consistently achieved 100% KPI performance through innovative sourcing strategies, strong pipeline management, and data-driven recruitment, delivering talent solutions tightly aligned with business objectives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist (Team Lead)
Alfanar
02.2024 - Current
- Partnered with senior leadership (HR Head, TA Head, Engineering Leader, Chief Operational Leader, and others) to support hiring for engineering, R&D, and other roles across various global locations, ensuring alignment with organizational growth and overall leadership goals/targets.
- Conducted in-depth market research and analysis to identify industry trends, benchmarking company performance against competitors.
- Reduced time-to-fill for critical roles by cultivating strong relationships with hiring managers and understanding their specific needs.
- Negotiated competitive compensation packages with selected candidates, ensuring alignment with company budget constraints and internal equity standards.
- Collaborated with HR team to develop a comprehensive onboarding process for new employees, improving retention rates.
- Improved candidate experience by providing timely feedback and clear communication throughout the hiring process.
- Managed vendor relationships with external recruiting agencies, ensuring cost-effective and efficient partnership agreements.
- Streamlined internal interview processes, creating a more consistent and structured approach to candidate evaluation across the organization.
- Developed tailored recruitment marketing campaigns to strengthen employer brand and attract diverse candidates.
- Created a robust talent pipeline by proactively identifying passive candidates through headhunting techniques and referrals.
- Spearheaded diversity initiatives within the organization by partnering with affinity groups and attending targeted recruiting events.
- Manage senior leadership hiring (C-level, CFOs, and CEOs), ensuring strategic and cultural alignment.
- Drive end-to-end recruitment lifecycle (sourcing, screening, offer, onboarding) under strict deadlines.
- Develop and implement country-specific recruitment strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
- Conduct international hiring campaigns for Construction, EPC, Manufacturing and support services sectors.
- Utilize SAP SuccessFactors and Power BI to streamline processes, generate recruitment dashboards, and deliver data-driven insights to senior management.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws across multiple geographies.
- Leverage platforms such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Naukri, GulfTalent, Bayt, and Indeed for multi-domain hiring.
- Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Influenced positive change within the organization through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.
Assistant Manager - Talent Acquisition
Inspira Enterprises
12.2021 - 02.2024
- Led recruitment for Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, and AI practices, covering roles such as ISMS, SOC, SAP Security & GRC, IAM, VAPT, Cloud Security, IoT, Reverse Engineering, Malware Analysis, and Embedded Security.
- Partnered directly with program managers, business heads, and directors to deliver critical hiring requirements.
- Managed strategic hiring across global regions, with a strong focus on Diversity and Inclusion hiring.
- Negotiated salary packages, finalized offers, and ensured smooth onboarding.
- Guided and mentored team members on requirement gathering, candidate evaluation, and salary negotiation.
- Coordinated background verification (BGV), vendor management, and RPO processes.
- Drove recruitment delivery within a strict TAT (turnaround time).
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
HR Manager
Navodaya DMCC (formerly Baidyanath Minerals)
06.2016 - 11.2016
- Managed end-to-end hiring for multiple branches across India, UAE, and Africa.
- Implemented HR policies, employee handbooks, and compliance frameworks.
- Oversaw recruitment, employee orientations, exit interviews, and benefits administration.
- Conducted employee relations counseling and ensured smooth workforce operations.
- Participated in leadership meetings, providing HR recommendations for organizational growth
- Left due to maternity-related medical reasons.
Head Recruitment Specialist / Talent Acquisition Specialist - Global
Firestone Global
08.2011 - 03.2016
- Managed end-to-end global recruitment for IT, Non-IT, EPC, and leadership roles across geographies.
- Specialized in sourcing niche talent via LinkedIn, internal databases, referrals, job portals, and headhunting.
- Closed multiple roles from mid-management to senior director level across industries.
- Generated consistent revenue through high placement success, ranking as top recruiter throughout tenure.
- Handled contract, permanent, and contract-to-hire hiring models.
- Built and maintained strong client relationships, expanding business with existing accounts, while onboarding new clients.
- Supervised recruitment administration and optimized processes to achieve business targets.
Education
MBA - Human Resources
Symbiosis International University
Pune 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Chemistry
Guru Nanak Khalsa College
Mumbai01.2011
Skills
Recruitment Strategy : Proficient in developing and executing tailored hiring strategies for high-growth Non-IT/IT companies and achieving headcounts for FY
Sourcing & Talent Pipelining : Expert in sourcing passive talent and building robust pipelines across various stacks
Stakeholder Management : Strong collaborator with senior leadership and hiring managers, providing insights and data to influence decisions Stakeholders influence for different market insights like salary range, flexibility for location and other factors
Data-Driven Recruitment : Skilled in using market data and recruitment metrics to inform hiring strategies and optimize processes
Diversity Hiring : Focused on creating balanced and inclusive teams by driving diversity initiatives and inclusive recruitment practices
Candidate Experience : Consistently delivering high-quality candidate experiences throughout the recruitment lifecycle
Accomplishments
- Recognized as Star Performer (3 times) for exceptional performance, stakeholder satisfaction, and timely closure of niche and leadership roles.
- Closed 120+ roles in 12 months with 100% KPI achievement”
- Reduced time-to-fill by 30%
- Supported hiring for 5+ large projects across India and Middle East
Software
2Sourcing & Job Portals LinkedIn Recruiter – Market mapping, headhunting, talent intelligence Indeed – Job postings & multi-domain candidate sourcing Naukri – India hiring & resume database mining Bayt – Middle East talent acquisition GulfTalent – GCC and regional talent sourcing GitHub – Technical sourcing & developer community hiring foundit – Database search and active candidate sourcing Dice – Technology and engineering talent sourcing CareerBuilder – Global job postings and resume search X-Ray Search – Advanced Boolean and search engine sourcing for passive candidates
3 Reporting & Analytics Tools Microsoft Power BI – Recruitment dashboards & analytics Microsoft Excel – Hiring trackers, KPI reporting, data analysis
4Productivity & Collaboration Tools Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive)
Timeline
Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist (Team Lead)
Alfanar
02.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager - Talent Acquisition
Inspira Enterprises
12.2021 - 02.2024
HR Manager
Navodaya DMCC (formerly Baidyanath Minerals)
06.2016 - 11.2016
Head Recruitment Specialist / Talent Acquisition Specialist - Global
Firestone Global
08.2011 - 03.2016
MBA - Human Resources
Symbiosis International University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Chemistry
Guru Nanak Khalsa College
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Marathi
Advanced (C1)
Personal Details
- Name: Nilima Gupta
- Location: Thane, Mumbai, India
- Marital Status: Married
- Date of Birth: 15th October 1988