Akash K J
HR Leader | Talent Strategist | Driving Growth and Culture Excellence | IIMA alumni
- Role
- Head of Talent Acquisition at Saint-Gobain Group in India
- Location
- Chennai, TN, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Akash K J
Passionate Human Resource professional. An active thinker and dynamic executor. Having considerate exposure with core domains of Human Resources especially in Employee relations, Capability Building, Talent Acquisition, Talent Engagement, Career development, Digital Transformation & New HR initiatives.Have also made a successful effort of bringing together the passion and love towards Art to work place.
Experience
Head of Talent Acquisition
Jun 2025 — Present · Chennai, IN
Spearheading the establishment of the Talent Acquisition Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Saint-Gobain India, driving the vision for a unified and future-ready hiring ecosystem. Leading the design and implementation of a standardized, efficient, and technology-driven recruitment process across all business entities to ensure consistency, agility, and excellence in talent outcomes.Accountable for developing an integrated talent acquisition framework that aligns with the organization’s growth priorities, enhances candidate experience, and strengthens employer branding. Building and nurturing a pan-India Talent Acquisition community to foster collaboration, capability building, and knowledge sharing—creating a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in hiring practices.
Education
University of Madras
MASTER IN HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT, Human Resources Management and Services
2012 — 2014
University of Madras
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Business/Commerce, General
2009 — 2012
Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
Executive program accelerated general management, Business Administration and Management, General
Skills
- Customer Service
- Employee Engagement
- Training
- HR Policy
- Management
- Recruiting
- Research
- Sourcing
- Human Resources
- Teamwork
- Team Management
- Talent Acquisition
- Social Media
- Employee Relations
- Talent Management
- Screening Resumes
- Team Leadership
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