SHILPA CHAKRAVARTHY
HYDERABAD
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Talent Acquisition & Business Development Manager with 11+ years of comprehensive recruitment experience across IT and non-IT domains. Proven expertise in driving end-to-end recruitment strategies, from talent sourcing and screening to negotiation and onboarding. Skilled in implementing scalable hiring processes, talent benchmarking, and workforce planning aligned with organizational goals. Recognized for building strong client relationships and delivering top-tier talent across diverse industries. Proficient in utilizing tools like SAP Ariba and Beeline for vendor and recruitment process management. Adept at managing high-volume hiring, niche roles, and strategic talent initiatives to build a diverse and high-performing workforce.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Business Head – Delivery
Proqubix
04.2025 - Current
- Led a team of around 21 recruiters, 2 TLs and 1 Delivery Manager from NON-IT.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge base regarding industry trends so that proactive steps can be taken when necessary.
- Monitored customer feedback to maintain high standards of quality assurance.
- Facilitated communication between various teams within the organization in order to improve efficiency.
- Reviewed reports prepared by subordinates on a regular basis to track progress towards objectives.
- Developed and implemented strategies for increasing market share, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
- Created presentations for internal use or external client meetings outlining product features and benefits.
- Ensured compliance with corporate policies, procedures and governmental regulations.
Head of Recruitment and Business Development
Xander Talent
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Led a team of around 18 recruiters and 2 TLs.
- Actively engaged in networking events and professional organizations for recruitment purposes.
- Maintained relationships with college placement offices to build a pipeline of qualified candidates.
- Collaborated with leadership teams to ensure that staffing needs are met in a timely manner.
- Advised management on best practices when it comes to hiring decisions.
- Coordinated recruiting activities across multiple departments within the organization.
- Implemented diversity initiatives designed to increase representation from underrepresented groups within the workforce.
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates.
Talent Acquisition and Business Development Manager
Lagnus Private Limited
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Led a team of 12 recruiters and 1 TL.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including marketing, operations, finance.
- Researched target markets to understand the needs of current and potential customers.
- Participated in weekly meetings with executive leadership team members to discuss progress toward goals.
- Collaborated with internal teams for successful execution of projects.
- Prepared reports on sales performance metrics such as revenue growth rate, conversion rates and lead-to-customer ratios.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, partners, and customers.
- Identified potential clients, built relationships, and negotiated contracts.
- Implemented CRM strategies to improve customer engagement and retention.
Talent Acquisition Manager
Swift Strategic Solutions
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Led the talent acquisition team of 15 members and 2 TL’s to drive end-to-end recruitment across all departments.
- Managed a team of recruiters, setting targets and ensuring timely fulfillment of hiring needs.
- Collaborated with business leaders to develop and execute strategic hiring plans aligned with organizational goals.
- Utilized tools like Workday, LinkedIn Recruiter, Naukri, and CEIPAL for sourcing, tracking, and analytics.
- Monitored recruitment metrics, optimized processes, and strengthened employer branding to attract top talent.
- Client: LTI Mindtree
Senior Process Developer
GENPACT
04.2020 - 08.2021
- Adapted existing processes to accommodate changing customer demands.
- Created reports detailing the results of process improvement initiatives.
- Documented all changes made to a process along with reasons for making those changes.
- Recommended ways to streamline operations while ensuring high standards of quality control.
- Managed architectural elements, employing experience running SOA-enabled tools.
Academic Coordinator and English Faculty Head
Academic Heights Public School & Rotterdam International School
04.2016 - 02.2020
- Developed and maintained program curriculum materials, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards.
- Provided support to faculty members regarding teaching strategies, classroom management techniques, and grading procedures.
- Academic Planning and Coordination
- Faculty Leadership and Mentoring
- Student Performance and Development
- Quality Assurance and Evaluation
- Collaboration and Administration
Talent Acquisition Manager
Collabera Technologies
09.2014 - 03.2016
- Led and managed a high-performing team of 9 recruiters and 1 team lead, driving end-to-end hiring across multiple business verticals.
- Developed and implemented strategic talent acquisition plans to meet short-term and long-term hiring goals.
- Oversaw sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and offer management to ensure timely closures.
- Utilized various tools like Workday, LinkedIn Recruiter, Monster and CEIPAL for efficient recruitment tracking and reporting.
- Monitored team performance through KPIs and dashboards, ensuring process compliance and continuous improvement.
Recruitment Specialist
Magna Ikya Infotech
03.2012 - 07.2014
- Managed end-to-end recruitment for IT and Non-IT roles across multiple business units.
- Partnered with hiring managers to understand role requirements and deliver quality talent within timelines.
- Used tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, Monster and CEIPAL for sourcing, screening, and candidate tracking.
- Conducted interviews, salary negotiations, and offer rollouts ensuring a smooth candidate experience.
- Maintained and updated recruitment reports and dashboards, tracking key metrics like time-to-fill and offer acceptance rate.
Information Security Analyst
HSBC
04.2007 - 10.2009
- Investigated security incidents and developed incident response plans.
- Educated users about IT security policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in systems, networks, applications and databases.
Education
MBA - Human Resources
Villa Marie Institute of Management
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science
JNTU
Skills
CEIPAL proficiency
Declaration
SHILPA CHAKRAVARTHY HYDERABAD
Key Metrics / KPIs
- Time-to-fill
- Quality-of-hire
- Candidate satisfaction score
- Offer acceptance rate
- Retention rate of new hires
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Sourcing & Pipeline Building: Use LinkedIn Recruiter, Naukri, Indeed, and GitHub to identify and engage top talent.
- Applicant Tracking: Manage candidate flow and hiring stages through Workday, CEIPAL, or Zoho Recruit.
- Screening & Assessment: Conduct initial screening using chatbots, AI tools, and video interview platforms like Talocity or HireVue.
- Collaboration & Communication: Coordinate with hiring managers using Microsoft Teams, Google Suite, and Zoom.
- Data & Reporting: Track KPIs and hiring analytics via Workday dashboards.
- Employer Branding: Promote openings and enhance brand presence through LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Canva.
- Background Verification: Partner with verification tools like HireRight or SpringVerify for compliance.
- Scheduling & Workflow Automation: Use Calendly, Outlook, or BambooHR to streamline interviews and approvals.
- CRM & Talent Engagement: Maintain candidate relationships using Lever or Zoho CRM.
- Job Marketing: Post jobs and manage campaigns through LinkedIn, Naukri, FoundIt, and social media channels.
KEY CLIENTS HANDLED
- LTI Mindtree
- L&T
- GSPANN
- HCL
- Hexaware
- IBM
- Zoomcars
- Tredence
- Microland
- Bayer
- Happiest Minds
- Air Asia
- OLA
- Cars24
- SAP America
- Infosys
- Ikya
- Quesscorp
- Capgemini
- TCS
- Nabler
- Castle Bay Infotech Ramoji
- ETV Bharath Monocopt
- Divami
- Volkswagen
- RP Technologies
- Orbitek
- Lenskart
- ICICI
- Kotak
- Decision Minds
Accomplishments
- Achieved 107 hires in a span of 45 days with LTI Mindtree through effectively helping with their requirements in IT.
- Supervised team of 27 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 9 in the development of of business.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Done a course in SAP HCM
Did SAP HCM Course - Not certified.
Effectively used in the below :
- Personnel Administration (PA): Manages employee master data, job details, and organizational information.
- Organizational Management (OM): Defines the company’s structure — departments, positions, and reporting hierarchy.
- Time Management (TM): Tracks attendance, shifts, leave, and working hours.
- Payroll: Automates salary processing, tax calculations, and statutory compliance.
- Recruitment & Talent Management: Manages hiring, onboarding, and employee development.
- Personnel Development (PD): Focuses on training, appraisals, and career growth.
Timeline
Business Head – Delivery
Proqubix
04.2025 - Current
Head of Recruitment and Business Development
Xander Talent
10.2024 - 03.2025
Talent Acquisition and Business Development Manager
Lagnus Private Limited
08.2023 - 09.2024
Talent Acquisition Manager
Swift Strategic Solutions
11.2021 - 07.2023
Senior Process Developer
GENPACT
04.2020 - 08.2021
Academic Coordinator and English Faculty Head
Academic Heights Public School & Rotterdam International School
04.2016 - 02.2020
Talent Acquisition Manager
Collabera Technologies
09.2014 - 03.2016
Recruitment Specialist
Magna Ikya Infotech
03.2012 - 07.2014
Information Security Analyst
HSBC
04.2007 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science
JNTU
MBA - Human Resources
Villa Marie Institute of Management