Sumit S.

About Sumit S.

With over 15 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition and strategic workforce planning, I specialize in transforming recruitment models through innovative, AI-powered solutions and data-driven strategies. At Synechron, I have led global hiring initiatives, driving multicultural and high-volume recruitment across diverse technology domains including AI, ML, Cloud, Big Data, and FinTech.I am passionate about leveraging cutting-edge AI recruiting tools to identify and engage top talent, streamline hiring processes, and build diverse, inclusive teams that align with business goals. My expertise extends to vendor management, cost optimization, and launching impactful programs such as diversity hiring, alumni engagement, and return-to-work initiatives.As a trusted advisor, I partner with global leadership to forecast talent needs, implement scalable recruitment frameworks, and foster employee advocacy to enhance employer branding. I thrive in dynamic, multicultural environments and am committed to delivering recruitment excellence that fuels organizational growth.

Experience

1. Talent Advisor

   Synechron

   Apr 2020 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Partner with global business leaders and stakeholders to understand and fulfill complex hiring needs across multiple regions, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy.Spearhead AI-driven recruiting initiatives, utilizing LinkedIn’s advanced AI tools and internal analytics to source and engage passive and active candidates, reducing time-to-hire and improving quality of hire.Designed and implemented innovative recruitment programs including diversity hiring, alumni meets, and back-to-work initiatives, increasing gender diversity and improving joining ratios.Lead new Line of Business (LOB) setups for cutting-edge technology roles in Murex, Calypso, AI/ML, Big Data, and Cloud, driving talent acquisition in niche skill areas.Collaborate with Recruitment Management Groups (RMG) to optimize internal talent mapping and pool hiring strategies.Negotiate vendor contracts to reduce cost-per-hire by streamlining external sourcing channels.Increased employee referral participation from 5% to 14% through targeted advocacy and engagement programs.

Education

• Pune University

  Bachelor's degree