Vishal Thakur, MBA
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Experience
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Dessert Holdings
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United States
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Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Human Resources Generalist
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Nov 2021 - Present
As a Human Resource Generalist for The Original Cakerie, Vishal creates, updates, and ensures all HR policies are in alignment and compliance with state laws and regulations. He also develops recruitment plans, internal documents, and establishes onboarding tasks to facilitate a seamless transition for newly hired employees. Adept in data management, Vishal ensures all proper filing procedures are followed by staff for maintaining hard copy and electronic files, and collaborates with outside vendors, upper management, and employees to maintain CSR standards. Lastly, Vishal meets collectively with staff to evaluate their file employee grievances. Show less
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Robert Half
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United States
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Staffing and Recruiting
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700 & Above Employee
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Recruiter
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2021 - 2021
As a Recruiter for Robert Half, a global human resource consulting firm, Vishal played a key role in scaling his department to be one of the fastest-growing talent pools in the region. Known for his keen eye for detail, he reviewed resumes, scheduled interviews, maintained documentation, and conducted new hire orientations. Vishal demonstrated a high level of leadership and ownership by supporting his team with a variety of recruiting functions from conducting pre-screening requirements to shortlisting candidates to collecting onboarding materials, Vishal excelled in creating a positive onboarding experience for new hires. Select Achievements - Developed multiple streams for recruitment, driving staffing levels up 25% in 120 days. - Introduced different streams of recruitment in under six months. Show less
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KPMG India
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India
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Business Consulting and Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Consultant
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Dec 2017 - Jun 2018
As a Consultant for KPMG, Vishal prepared presentations, briefs, and monthly/quarterly reports from the Urban Labour Division, enabling senior leadership teams to make business-critical decisions. Known for his keen eye for detail, Vishal also helped in developing relationships with key business partners and improved metrics tracking and reporting practices. Select Achievements - Developed data management processes, resulting in better project transparency, cross-team collaboration, and communication practices. Show less
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EY
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United Kingdom
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Project Consultant
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Apr 2015 - Sep 2017
As a Senior Project Consultant for Ernst & Young, Vishal leveraged his passion for data to analyze trends and develop proactive solutions to support forward-thinking business objectives. He also developed rapport with global clients from Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and India, and streamlined operations by simplifying processes used by the Department of Commerce, Industry, and Employment. Select Achievements - Converted the highest number of B2G meetings for a high-profile client. - Supported the implementation of the Investment Promotion Strategy for the State of Madhya Pradesh, India. - Established score report cards outlining business performance, providing a visual snapshot for key areas of improvement. Show less
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Ictect, Inc.
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United States
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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HR Manager
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Sep 2012 - May 2015
As the HR Manager for Ictect, Inc. Vishal developed a passion for developing high-performance teams and organizations. Skilled in the areas of people management, training, and needs analysis, he was successful in developing and implementing several initiatives that boosted employee morale, retention, and workplace culture. Vishal further supported business objectives by managing process improvements involving recruitment, performance appraisal, role analysis, and career planning through one-on-one HR intakes, coaching, and interviews. Select Achievements - Coached and mentored a group of underperforming staff on areas of career development, including goal setting and career mobility, resulting in the advancement of multiple team members. - Increased staffing levels a minimum of 20% in 60 days through a tiered hiring approach. Show less
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Phoenix Group
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Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India
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HR Manager
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Apr 2009 - Sep 2012
As one of the HR Managers for The Phoenix Group, Vishal oversaw a variety of functions such as interviewing, recruitment, hiring, and employee onboarding. Known for his genuine ability to connect with stakeholders, he played a key role in forging partnerships with local universities and colleges to attract rising talent. Select Achievements - Created a strategic workforce development plan that grew staffing levels across a wide range of verticals, including IT, production and manufacturing, and healthcare. - Organized five-plus on-campus events, driving recruitment up 5-8% year-over-year (YOY). Show less
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Education
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University of Sunderland
Social Work Certification -
University of Sunderland
MBA, Human Resources Management