Akhil Girijan

TA Leader

Professional Overview

Akhil Girijan is an experienced Talent Acquisition (TA) leader with a proven track record of driving impactful hiring strategies and building high-performing teams. With expertise spanning the technology, product, and design domains, he has a strong industry focus on fast-paced, growth-oriented environments.

Experience Summary

Current Role

TA Leader at Rippling (2023-09-01 to Present)

• Oversees all talent acquisition functions, including sourcing, screening, and closing top-tier candidates for Rippling's rapidly expanding teams

• Collaborates closely with business leaders to develop and execute tailored recruiting plans that align with organizational growth objectives

• Implements data-driven strategies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the TA function, resulting in significant improvements in key hiring metrics

Career Progression

India Head of Talent Acquisition at Tekion Corp (2020-12-01 to 2023-09-01)

• Spearheaded the establishment and scaling of Tekion's India TA operations, building a high-performing team that consistently exceeded hiring targets

• Drove the implementation of innovative sourcing and engagement strategies, leading to a significant increase in the quality and diversity of the talent pipeline

Manager TA (Tech, Product, Design & CEOs Office) at Swiggy (2019-10-01 to 2020-12-01)

• Managed the TA function for Swiggy's critical business units, including technology, product, and design

• Partnered with executive stakeholders to develop and execute talent strategies that supported the company's rapid growth and expansion

Academic Background

Akhil holds a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from the National Institute of Technology, Rourkela.

Areas of Expertise

• Talent acquisition strategy and execution

• Sourcing and screening top-tier technical, product, and design talent

• Workforce planning and talent pipeline development

• Recruitment process optimization and performance management

• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management

Professional Impact

• Spearheaded the establishment and scaling of Tekion's India TA operations, leading to a significant increase in hiring efficiency and quality

• Implemented data-driven strategies at Rippling that resulted in a 25% improvement in key hiring metrics, including time-to-fill and offer acceptance rates

• Developed and executed talent strategies that supported Swiggy's rapid growth and expansion, contributing to the company's success

Conclusion

Akhil Girijan is a seasoned TA leader with a proven track record of driving impactful hiring strategies and building high-performing teams. His deep industry expertise, coupled with a data-driven and collaborative approach, make him a valuable asset in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments.