Rahul Goyal
About Rahul Goyal
Rahul Goyal is a Talent Acquisition Leader in India with extensive experience in recruitment across various sectors. He has held positions at notable companies such as Freecharge, YouGov, and BrowserStack, focusing on strategic talent acquisition and employer branding.
Current Role at YouGov
Rahul Goyal serves as the Talent Acquisition Leader for India at YouGov, a position he has held since 2023. Based in Mumbai, he focuses on developing and implementing effective talent acquisition strategies that align with the company's objectives. His role involves collaborating with hiring managers and stakeholders to tailor recruitment efforts to meet specific organizational needs.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before joining YouGov, Rahul Goyal accumulated extensive experience in talent acquisition across various organizations. He worked at Freecharge as a Deputy Manager and later as a TA Manager for Tech, Product & Design. His tenure at BrowserStack as Global Talent Acquisition Lead and at interface.ai as Talent Acquisition Manager further solidified his expertise in the field. His background includes roles at Snapdeal and Expedia, where he focused on technical recruitment.
Educational Background
Rahul Goyal holds an MBA in HR and Finance from Prestige Institute of Management & Research, Gwalior, where he studied from 2009 to 2011. He also earned a BCA in Computers from Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication, Bhopal, from 2006 to 2009. His educational qualifications provide a solid foundation for his career in talent acquisition.
Certifications and Specializations
Rahul is certified as a SourcePro Social Media Recruiting Specialist, which enhances his ability to leverage social media platforms for strategic talent acquisition. He specializes in data-driven sourcing and emphasizes diversity and inclusion in recruitment processes. His focus on employer branding and campus hiring aims to attract top talent to the organizations he supports.
Professional Goals and Strategies
Rahul Goyal aims to empower companies to achieve their visions through effective talent acquisition strategies. He emphasizes collaboration with hiring managers to develop tailored recruitment strategies that address specific needs. His approach is grounded in data-driven decision-making and a commitment to fostering diversity within the workforce.