Akshay Kumar
About Akshay Kumar
Akshay Kumar is a Lead Recruiter at Wenger & Watson Inc in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, with a background in leadership hiring and recruitment. He has over four years of experience in various roles within the company and has developed expertise in managing recruitment processes and engaging with passive candidates.
Current Role at Wenger & Watson
Akshay Kumar currently serves as the Lead Recruiter at Wenger & Watson Inc, a position he has held since 2023. He operates from Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing recruitment processes and ensuring effective candidate engagement. His focus is on identifying talent that aligns with organizational needs and culture.
Previous Experience at Wenger & Watson
Prior to his current role, Akshay Kumar worked at Wenger & Watson Inc in various capacities. He served as a Senior Consultant in Leadership Hiring from 2021 to 2023, and as a Consultant in Leadership Hiring from 2020 to 2021 for a total of 10 months. Additionally, he was an Associate Consultant from 2019 to 2020. His tenure at the company has contributed to his expertise in recruitment strategies.
Recruitment Background
Before joining Wenger & Watson, Akshay Kumar worked at Sunrise Systems, Inc. as an IT and Non-IT Recruiter for five months in 2018. This role provided him with foundational experience in recruitment, enhancing his skills in candidate assessment and engagement.
Education and Expertise
Akshay Kumar holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) degree in Mechanical Engineering from Visvesvaraya Technological University. His educational background supports his analytical skills in recruitment, particularly in managing searches and setting benchmarks to meet service level agreements (SLAs).
Specialization in Candidate Engagement
Akshay Kumar specializes in engaging with passive candidates, focusing on assessing their fit and motivation for roles beyond mere job descriptions. His approach emphasizes understanding candidate aspirations, which aids in effective recruitment and placement.