Saddam Hussain

Talent Acquisition Manager | Non-IT Recruitment | Employer Branding | Strategic Hiring Partner As a Talent Acquisition Manager, I specialize in driving end-to-end Non-IT recruitment across diverse functions including HR, Finance, Legal, Marketing, Content, Brand, Product, Performance Marketing, and New Product Development (NPD). I lead the complete recruitment lifecycle — from talent sourcing and screening to onboarding — ensuring the right talent aligns with organizational goals. With a focus on execution excellence and stakeholder collaboration, I build strong partnerships with hiring managers to deliver high-quality hires within defined timelines. Key Highlights: Expertise in strategic sourcing through platforms like Naukri, LinkedIn, referrals, and industry networks. Strong command over stakeholder management, aligning hiring objectives with business needs. Proven ability to deliver a seamless candidate experience, ensuring transparency and engagement throughout the process. Skilled in maintaining recruitment dashboards, pipeline tracking, and data-driven decision-making. Committed to strengthening employer branding and driving a positive perception of the organization in the talent market.

Key Accounts Manager (Recruitment) | Big 4 Hiring Specialist | Finance & Audit Talent Acquisition | Strategic Sourcing As a Key Accounts Manager (Recruitment), I specialize in managing end-to-end hiring for Big 4 and finance domain profiles, including Audit & Assurance, Taxation, Risk Advisory, Transaction Services, and Consulting roles. I partner with senior stakeholders and department heads to deliver quality talent within tight timelines while ensuring an exceptional candidate experience. Key Responsibilities & Achievements: Successfully closed 100+ niche finance and consulting positions quarterly across leading Big 4 and top-tier CA firms. Expertise in headhunting and talent mapping for mid to senior-level finance professionals in domains like Audit, Tax, and Advisory. Conducted comprehensive HR screenings and assessments based on technical competency, domain expertise, and cultural alignment. Built and managed a centralized recruitment database and tracking systems, streamlining operations and reducing hiring turnaround time by 30%. Skilled in offer negotiations, compensation benchmarking, and candidate onboarding, maintaining a strong offer-to-join conversion ratio. Strengthened employer branding through targeted job postings and proactive candidate engagement on platforms like LinkedIn and Naukri. Leveraged referrals, networking, and industry connects to build a high-quality, passive candidate pipeline. Acted as a strategic hiring partner to business units, aligning talent acquisition strategies with growth and operational priorities.