Niraj R Shuklaa

About Niraj R Shuklaa

With over 14 years of recruitment experience, I have built a strong foundation in IT Recruitment, End-to-End Recruitment, and Sourcing. Over the last 6 years at Capgemini, I have further honed my expertise, managing diverse talent acquisition needs across multiple industries. Armed with an MBA in HR, I bring a strategic and thoughtful approach to recruitment, ensuring both organizational fit and long-term success for candidates. My passion for continuous learning and creativity drives me to stay ahead in the ever-evolving field of talent acquisition. At Capgemini, a global leader in consulting, technology services, and digital transformation, I have had the privilege of contributing to projects that leverage cutting-edge solutions. Capgemini stands out for its strong commitment to diversity, employee well-being, and a collaborative culture that fosters innovation. The company\'s focus on creating an inclusive work environment, alongside providing ample opportunities for professional growth, makes it a preferred employer for professionals looking to excel in the tech world. Capgemini is all about empowering employees with the tools they need to succeed. I am currently hiring for exciting roles such as SAP IBP, SAP BTP, DevOps Kubernetes, Azure Developer, and AWS Lambda Developer. If you have experience in these areas and are looking for your next challenge, let\'s connect. These roles offer a chance to work on impactful projects and grow in a dynamic environment. Feel free to reach out to explore these opportunities further!

Experience

1. Senior Manager Talent Acquisition

   Capgemini

   Oct 2025 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   As a Senior Manager at Capgemini, I lead strategic talent acquisition initiatives across multiple business units, aligning recruitment efforts with the company’s growth and transformation goals. I manage and mentor a high-performing team focused on hiring for critical technology domains including Cloud, Applications, Microsoft platforms, and emerging GenAI roles. I partner closely with business leaders to ensure recruitment aligns with the evolving market needs and organizational priorities, while promoting inclusive and high impact hiring practices. Key Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership:Spearhead enterprise-wide recruitment strategies, ensuring alignment with Capgemini’s long-term business objectives and workforce planning.Team Development & Mentorship:Lead and mentor a high-performing team of recruitment managers and consultants, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Executive & Niche Hiring:Oversee end-to-end recruitment for niche technology roles, and critical business functions, ensuring quality and speed of hire. I lead hiring efforts for senior leadership, niche skill sets, and cutting-edge technology domains — including Generative AI — ensuring Capgemini remains ahead of industry trends and innovation demands.Process Innovation & Automation:Drive recruitment process optimization through data analytics, automation tools, and best practices to enhance efficiency and candidate experience.Stakeholder Engagement:Act as a strategic advisor to business leaders and Talent Partners, providing market insights, talent trends, and workforce analytics to influence hiring decisions.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI):Champion inclusive hiring practices and lead initiatives to build a diverse and equitable workplace culture.Employer Branding & Market Positioning:Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to strengthen Capgemini’s employer brand and attract top talent through targeted campaigns.

Education

• ITM Group of Institutions

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

  2012 — 2014

• University of Mumbai

  Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS), Marketing

  2007 — 2010