Shanthi Datta
@shanthidatta
Senior Technical Recruiter and Account Manager driving strategic talent acquisition.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a dynamic technical recruiter and account manager with 15+ years of end-to-end IT recruitment experience, partnering with hiring managers to source, screen, and onboard talent across C/C++, Java, Cloud, DevOps, Data, Cybersecurity, and ERP domains. I leverage ATS/CRM platforms, Boolean/X‑Ray search, GitHub/StackOverflow sourcing and AI tools to build high-performing candidate pipelines and improve recruitment metrics.
I have led large-volume and niche hiring drives, improved offer-to-join ratios by 20% through strong candidate engagement, and managed client relationships and staffing strategies across industries. I combine a data-driven approach with stakeholder alignment, weekend recruitment drive execution, and a commitment to diversity and timely delivery.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head – Talent Acquisition
IBST Pvt Ltd
Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 8 months)
Led technical recruitment for mid-to-senior IT roles across C/C++, Java, Cloud, Cybersecurity, SAP and Data Analytics, improving offer-to-join ratio by 20% and closing multiple niche roles under tight timelines.
MFProject Manager – Livelihoods
Magic Bus India Foundation
Nov 2015 - Jul 2020 (4 years 8 months)
Partnered with employers to facilitate job placements and skill-based hiring, established industry partnerships and managed training and placement drives to align workforce skills with employer needs.
Manager – Client Acquisition & HR
IBST
Jan 2010 - Oct 2015 (5 years 9 months)
Managed client accounts and staffing requirements for IT and non-IT roles, maintained client relationships as single point of contact and executed end-to-end recruitment using CRM platforms for pipeline tracking and forecasting.
IDDeveloped process management, client interaction and compliance skills supporting service delivery and operational processes within the contact center environment.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
AUAndhra University
Master of Business Administration, Business
Currently pursuing an MBA at Andhra University.
Haroun Education Ventures
Master of Business Administration, Business
Completed an MBA in Business through Haroun Education Ventures.
AUAndhra University
Bachelor of Science, Biotechnology
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology from Andhra University.
LearnTube
PMP Assessment Completion, Project Management
Completed a PMP assessment course offered by LearnTube.
MIMicrosoft
Workshop Certificate, Data Visualization
Attended a Microsoft workshop on AI Dashboards using Power BI.
DTDale Carnegie Training
Effective Counsellor Certificate, Counselling / Soft Skills
Completed training in effective counselling through Dale Carnegie Training.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
IndiaAuthorized to work in
Job categories
Skills
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