Rupesh Kadam

About Rupesh Kadam

Dynamic and results-driven HR professional with 18+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Strategic HR, and Global Recruitment, delivering impact across diverse industries, including: Oil & Gas (Upstream, Midstream, Downstream)| Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind, Power)| EPC/EPCM & PMC | Manufacturing & Infrastructure | TPI/Inspection Services | IT & Software | Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals | Legal & Compliance | Real Estate & Construction | Financial & Banking Services. I specialize in end-to-end recruitment, executive search, onboarding, employee engagement, employer branding, performance management, labour laws, and HR compliance. Skilled in SAP SuccessFactors and modern HRMS platforms, I leverage data-driven hiring strategies to build high-performing teams and optimize recruitment outcomes. Key Achievements Recognized as Top Recruiter six times, consistently exceeding hiring goals by 25%+.Successfully led large-scale recruitment projects across South Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America / South America and Southeast Asia.Proven track record of aligning HR strategies with business objectives to drive measurable results. Core HR Specialties Global Talent Acquisition & Offer Management Payroll & Statutory Compliance (HRMS / SAP SuccessFactors) Recruitment Analytics, MIS & Reporting Data-Driven Hiring Strategies Employer Branding Strategic Sourcing, Headhunting & Selection Employee Onboarding, Induction & Exit Formalities Performance Management & Appraisals🤝 Vendor & Stakeholder Management Job Posting Strategy & Recruitment Marketing Negotiation & Client Relationship Management Educational Qualifications & Certifications PG Diploma in Labour Laws & Labour Welfare (P.G.D.L.L. & L.W.)MBA – Human Resources ManagementPG Diploma in Human Resource ManagementCertified HR Professional – PREHR (LHRDP Program)I am a proactive leader and independent contributor, adept at aligning talent strategies with organizational goals, fostering collaboration, and delivering value across the full HR lifecycle.

Experience

1. Manager Talent Acquisition - Strategic HR & Operations South Asia (Ri is Division)

   TÜV SÜD

   May 2023 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Driving end-to-end recruitment and strategic HR initiatives across South Asia, managing talent acquisition from graduate hires to senior leadership roles. Partnering with business leaders to align workforce planning with organizational goals while delivering a superior candidate experience.Key Responsibilities:Manage end-to-end recruitment lifecycle – sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer management, and onboarding.Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies for niche, mid-career, and senior-level positions across multiple industries.Collaborate with HRBPs and Business Heads to forecast hiring needs and design competency-based frameworks.Drive market mapping, competitor analysis, and workforce planning to align with industry trends.Lead employer branding initiatives and social media hiring campaigns.Manage vendor partnerships and external consultants for critical & hard-to-fill positions.Track key recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, diversity ratios, hiring manager satisfaction) to improve efficiency.Lead process improvement projects to streamline recruitment workflows and enhance candidate experience.Build and maintain a pipeline of high-potential candidates for future business needs.Core Competencies & Specialties Global Talent Acquisition & Offer Management Strategic Sourcing, Headhunting & Selection Job Posting Strategy & Recruitment Marketing Employer Branding Employee Onboarding, Induction & Exit Formalities Performance Management & Appraisals🤝 Vendor & Stakeholder Management Negotiation & Client Relationship Management Recruitment Analytics, MIS & Reporting Data-Driven Hiring Strategies Payroll & Statutory Compliance (HRMS / SAP SuccessFactors) Campus & Lateral Recruitment Diversity Hiring Initiatives Process Improvement & Automation‍ Team Leadership & Training

Education

• University of Mumbai - Dr. Ambedkar College Of Law, Wadala

  Post Graduate Diploma in Labour Law and Labour Welfare (P.G. D.L.L. & L.W.), Law

  2019 — 2020

• University of Mumbai

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics

  2005 — 2006

• MIT School of Distance Education

  PGDBA/MBA, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

  2012 — 2014

• University of Mumbai

  Associate's degree, HSC from R.J College

  2002 — 2003

• Welingkar Institute of Management

  Associate's degree, Diploma in Human Resource Management

  2009 — 2010

Skills

• Strategic HR
• Procurement
• Screening Resumes
• Headhunt
• Team Management
• Oil & Gas Industry
• Executive Search
• Lng
• Energy Industry
• Energy
• Employee Relations
• Recruiting
• Hris
• HR Policies
• Recruitment Advertising
• Pipelines
• Piping
• Epc
• Interviews
• Full & Final Settlement
• Sourcing
• Talent Management
• Occupational Health
• Contract Recruitment
• Oil & Gas
• Screening
• Employee Engagement
• Training
• Personnel Management
• Subsea Engineering
• Benefits Negotiation
• Talent Acquisition
• Recruitments
• HR Consulting
• Human Resources
• Onshore
• Performance Management
• Management
• International Recruitment
• Offshore Drilling