Lalita Raman

About Lalita Raman

I lead technical recruiting organizations through periods of scale, complexity, and change.Over the last 20 years, I’ve built and evolved recruiting functions that support engineering and data organizations in high‑growth environments. Today, I lead a global team of 18 (16 recruiters and 2 recruiting managers), partnering closely with VP+ Engineering leaders on hiring strategy, quality bar definition, and long‑term workforce planning.My focus is on building systems that work at scale. That means clear hiring philosophy, strong manager alignment, and disciplined execution—supported by data and modern tooling. I’ve implemented structured interviewing, technical assessments, and recruiting analytics to improve decision quality and consistency. More recently, I’ve led the adoption of AI‑enabled tools like Metaview, iCIMS Talent Cloud, and LinkedIn Hiring Assistant to improve signal quality, increase recruiter productivity, and create a more thoughtful candidate experience.I’m a hands‑on leader by design. I develop recruiting leaders, stay close to critical searches, and step in where judgment matters most. I’m known for being a steady partner to engineering leadership—someone who understands the tradeoffs between speed, quality, and long‑term organizational health.I care deeply about building teams that reflect the communities they serve. Inclusive hiring isn’t a separate initiative; it’s built into how we source, assess, and make decisions.I’m most energized by complex hiring problems, strong partnerships with technical leaders, and building recruiting organizations that hold up long after the hiring surge passes.

Experience

1. Senior Manager,global Talent Acquisition

   Granicus

   Apr 2024 — Present · Denver, CO, US

   Global talent acquisition leader with a strong track record of building high‑performing teams and scaling hiring functions to support business growth. Lead complex, global recruiting organizations with a focus on clear hiring strategy, disciplined execution, and long‑term workforce planning.Bring deep experience across the full talent acquisition lifecycle, including workforce planning, employer branding, candidate assessment, and onboarding. Known for designing recruiting strategies that respond to business priorities, market dynamics, and organizational maturity—balancing speed, quality, and sustainability.Recognized as a people leader who develops recruiting managers and senior ICs, builds accountability into operating models, and creates environments where teams perform well in fast‑paced, ambiguous settings. Foster cultures grounded in ownership, trust, and continuous improvement.Serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership, advising on talent strategy, pipeline health, and market trends to inform decision‑making at the highest levels. Trusted for sound judgment and the ability to align hiring outcomes with broader business objectives.Leverage data, analytics, and modern recruiting technology—including AI‑enabled tools—to improve signal quality, operational efficiency, and candidate experience. Maintain a forward‑looking perspective on emerging trends while grounding decisions in practical, measurable outcomes.SkillsLeadership · Global Talent Acquisition · Workforce Planning · Hiring Strategy · Data Analysis · AI‑Enabled Recruiting · Talent Management · Program Management · Budgeting & Forecasting · ATS & Recruiting Technology · Vendor Management · Early Career & University Recruiting

Education

• Pune University

  MBA, Human Resource

• University of Colorado Denver

  Master’s Degree, International Business (Global Human Resource Management)