Mahesh Kumar Gundala

About Mahesh Kumar Gundala

Senior Talent Acquisition Partner in IT IndustryTalent Acquisition Partner with 11+ years of experience scaling SaaS, product, and IT services organisations. Proven track record in building high-performing engineering, AI, design, and business teams while driving strategic hiring, leadership recruitment, and TA transformation. Skilled in leveraging ATS, AI-driven tools, and innovative sourcing strategies to meet evolving business needs. Recognised for delivering measurable hiring impact, enhancing recruitment operations, and cultivating strong stakeholder partnerships that fuel organisational growth.In my previous roles, I’ve worked closely with delivery heads, business leaders, and clients to plan and execute hiring strategies that align with business goals. I’ve led recruitment teams, driven performance, and ensured a smooth candidate experience even in fast-paced, high-volume environments.I’m well-versed with FTE, C2H, lateral, and permanent hiring models, and hands-on with sourcing through platforms like Naukri, LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, x-ray and other job portals. Over the years, I’ve built strong client relationships and helped organisations close niche and critical positions on time.What I really focus on as a Senior TAP or Lead TAP is building a structured, scalable, and collaborative recruitment process. I believe in mentoring teams, maintaining transparent communication with stakeholders, and bringing a data-driven approach to improve quality and turnaround time.Overall, I see myself not just as a recruiter, but as a strategic partner to the business — someone who ensures talent acquisition directly supports organisational growth and culture.My Core Competencies: Global Talent Acquisition Strategy Leadership and Strategic Hiring Global Stakeholder Management Talent Intelligence and Market Mapping Project and Program Management Employer Branding and Candidate Engagement TA Operations and Process Optimization Cross Cultural Hiring Expertise (APAC, EMEA, US) Data and Insights Driven Hiring Decisions Team Leadership and Mentorship Workforce Planning and Talent Forecasting Strong Communication and Business Partnership Continuous Learning and Talent Tech AdoptionI am passionate about leveraging my skills to contribute to the growth and success of dynamic IT organisations. Let\'s connect and explore opportunities to collaborate!

Experience

1. Senior Talent Acquisition Partner

   ICE

   Jan 2026 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

   As a Senior. Talent acquisition Partner for assigned client groups, utilizingflexible resources as needed to meet hiring demand• Driving communication between hiring managers, HRBP’s and Talent Acquisition toensure excellent service and responsiveness• Leeding the planning, execution, and management of recruiting efforts for assignedclient groups• Developing consultative relationships with business leadership, meeting regularly tolearn business priorities, hiring plans, and talent needs•Collaboration with Director of Talent Acquisition, coach, assist, mentor anddevelop recruiting team if assigned• Partnering with Talent Acquisition and business leadership to generate and executerecruiting strategies, employer branding opportunities, process improvement, andprograms to create hiring success• Collaborate with other TA Partners to share information, generate ideas, andleverage resources to facilitate high-quality, effective hiring• Leading team meetings, meetings with client groups, and other ad hoc meetings asrequiredServe as a Sr. Talent acquisition Partner for assigned client groups, utilizingflexible resources as needed to meet hiring demand• Lead the planning, execution, and management of recruiting efforts for assignedclient groups• Develop consultative relationships with business leadership, meeting regularly tolearn business priorities, hiring plans, and talent needs• In collaboration with Director of Talent Acquisition, coach, assist, mentor anddevelop recruiting team as assigned• Partner with Talent Acquisition and business leadership to generate and executerecruiting strategies, employer branding opportunities, process improvement, andprograms to create hiring success• Collaborate with other TA Partners to share information, generate ideas, andleverage resources to facilitate high-quality, effective hiring• Lead team meetings, meetings with client groups, and other ad hoc meetings asrequired

Education

• Vaagdevi Engineering College/Jawaharlal Nehru Technology University

  B.Tech, Electrical and Electronics Engineering

  2008 — 2012

• Osmania University

  Master’s Degree, MBA

  2012 — 2014