SAHIL M
Talent Acquisition Leadership
Pune
Summary
Experienced with strategic planning, analytical problem-solving, and client relationship management. Utilizes these skills to drive meaningful project outcomes and support organizational goals. Track record of enhancing operational efficiency through insightful and client-focused consulting.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Staff Consultant- Lead Talent Acquisition
Nagarro
Pune, Maharashtra
02.2025 - Current
- Strategic Talent Partnering:
Collaborated with business leaders and hiring managers to define and implement talent acquisition strategies aligned with long-term organizational goals and workforce planning. - End-to-End Recruitment Management:
Owned the complete recruitment lifecycle including job requisition, strategic sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding for both technical and non-technical roles. - Market Intelligence & Talent Mapping:
Leveraged in-depth knowledge of the Indian talent landscape, including Tier 1/Tier 2 engineering institutes and senior tech leadership networks, to attract and engage high-quality candidates. - Data-Driven Hiring Decisions:
Utilized recruitment analytics and talent intelligence to assess pipeline health, track key metrics (TAT, source effectiveness), and refine hiring strategies for better outcomes. - Leadership & Lateral Hiring:
Designed and executed scalable hiring programs for mid to senior-level roles, including technology leads, architects, and business function heads. - Tech Hiring Expertise:
Specialized in hiring for emerging and niche technology roles such as AI/ML, data engineering, full-stack development, and cloud infrastructure, using modern sourcing techniques and ATS platforms. - Employer Branding Initiatives:
Partnered with Marketing and Communications teams to enhance the organization's employer brand across social media, digital channels, and talent communities, driving higher candidate engagement. - Recruitment Process Optimization:
Continuously improved recruitment workflows, enhanced candidate experience, and incorporated feedback loops to drive efficiency and effectiveness in talent acquisition operations. - Campus Hiring Strategy:
Led outreach and engagement initiatives with premier engineering institutions, implementing structured campus hiring programs to build future-ready talent pipelines.
Sr. Executive HR
Griffyn Robotech Pvt Ltd
09.2020 - 06.2024
- Company Overview: A leading company in Robotics, Embedded Systems and AI.
- Led a team of 5 Talent Acquisition Specialists, providing mentorship, setting performance goals, and driving operational excellence achieving a 30% reduction in time-to-hire and a 25% increase in candidate quality.
- Spearheaded talent acquisition strategies for multiple business units, Collaborated with hiring managers to define role requirements and developed sourcing strategies tailored to specific requisitions.
- Conducted in-depth market research and talent pool analytics to provide insights on availability, demographics, and competitive landscapes.
- Promoted employer brand and culture, increasing candidate engagement by 35%.
- Proactively identified and engaged passive candidates through tools like LinkedIn to build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future roles, focusing on high-demand and hard-to-fill position.
- Maintained timely and accurate information on all candidate interactions in the ATS, ensuring streamlined data management.
- Prepared bi-weekly reports to conduct meetings with stakeholders on hiring progress, driving informed decision-making.
- Delivered consultative insights to hiring managers on compensation, organizational structures, and talent availability.
- Partnered with internal stakeholders to promote diversity hiring initiatives, ensuring an inclusive recruitment process.
- A leading company in Robotics, Embedded Systems and AI.
Sr. It Recruiter
IDC Technologies Pvt Ltd
11.2017 - 09.2020
- Company Overview: A company focused on IT and engineering solutions.
- Managed a team of 3 Talent Acquisition Specialists, providing mentorship and setting performance goals.
- Spearheaded the implementation of a strategic recruitment process, utilized advanced sourcing techniques, including Boolean strings, to identify and engage with niche talent pools.
- Managed the recruitment lifecycle for senior-level and niche roles, leveraging innovative sourcing strategies and fostering strong relationships with external partners.
- Conducted proactive talent sourcing via LinkedIn, IIM Jobs, and Naukri, leading to a 30% rise in the quality of hires.
- Enhanced candidate onboarding experiences, improving new-hire satisfaction and retention by 25%.
- Vendor coordination to manage recruitment services, including agreements and commercials, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and budgets.
- A company focused on IT and engineering solutions.
Recruitment Operations Executive
Ambersoft Tech Systems Pvt Ltd
12.2016 - 09.2017
- Company Overview: IT solutions provider.
- Led a team of 7 Talent Acquisition Specialists [Technical & Non-Technical].
- Ensured seamless end-to-end recruitment for 30+ business accounts monthly.
- Developed recruitment strategies that resulted in a 20% improvement in candidate quality.
- Conducted market research to analyze competitive talent trends and provide actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
- Created dashboards and reports through ATS to provide actionable insights on recruitment performance, enabling data-informed decision-making by leadership.
- Supported full-cycle recruitment, achieving a 20% improvement in hiring manager satisfaction scores.
- IT solutions provider.
Hr & Pr Executive
PICODEL
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Company Overview: A startup focused on local services.
- Increased team efficiency by 25% by recruiting and filling {10} key positions.
- Partnered with stakeholders to drive successful recruitment campaigns using social media and professional networks.
- Developed and executed company branding strategies.
- Assisted in the development of employer branding campaigns, increasing visibility among potential candidates.
- Maintained relationships with media for effective communication.
- A startup focused on local services.
Quality Controller
Affinity Express
09.2013 - 02.2014
- Company Overview: A company specializing in advertising solutions.
- Improved application reliability by {15%} by conducting comprehensive quality and functionality testing.
- Improved design standards compliance by {30%} by rigorously validating specifications and user experience criteria.
- Provided detailed reports on test results to stakeholders.
- A company specializing in advertising solutions.
Education
MBA - Human Resource
Sinhgad Business School
BE - Information Technology
Shivaji University
Skills
Strategic Talent Acquisition & Management
Expertise in lateral recruitment
Employer Branding
Leadership & Team Management
Talent Pipeline Development
Recruitment Cost Monitoring & Reduction
Vendor Management
CRM & ATS Management
Onboarding & Retention
Market Intelligence & Research
Employee Engagement
LinkedIn Recruiter
Boolean Search
Certification
ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor, Completed
Accomplishments
- Recognized in lateral & leadership hiring for exceptional contribution to team effort.
- Awarded for issuing ISO certificate without any non-conformities, reflecting dedication and precision in compliance.
- Pioneered automation in HR processes, streamlining and improving efficiency across recruitment functions.
- Boosted diversity hiring outcomes by 25% via targeted strategies.
Timeline
Staff Consultant- Lead Talent Acquisition
Nagarro
02.2025 - Current
ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor, Completed
11-2023
Sr. Executive HR
Griffyn Robotech Pvt Ltd
09.2020 - 06.2024
Sr. It Recruiter
IDC Technologies Pvt Ltd
11.2017 - 09.2020
Recruitment Operations Executive
Ambersoft Tech Systems Pvt Ltd
12.2016 - 09.2017
Hr & Pr Executive
PICODEL
08.2016 - 12.2016
Quality Controller
Affinity Express
09.2013 - 02.2014
BE - Information Technology
Shivaji University
MBA - Human Resource
Sinhgad Business School