Nikunj Barot

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DISC Type : ds

Head of Recruitment at Framestore

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Overview

Nikunj is a results-oriented Talent Acquisition Leader with 17 years of experience in tech and non-tech recruitment. Currently the Head of Recruitment at Framestore, he previously scaled high-performing teams at Toppr/Byjus during its hyper-growth phase. He holds a degree in Computer Science from the University of Mumbai.

Colleagues consistently praise his ability to find top talent under pressure. People he has hired are noted for performing well, and he is described as a focused, committed, and great manager.

Personality Overview

Risk-Accepting

Results Focused

Fast-paced

Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.  They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily. They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.

Topics They Care About

VFX Recruitment
As the Head of Recruitment for Framestore in India, his current focus is on hiring talent for the visual effects industry.
Scaling Tech Teams
He has extensive experience scaling engineering and product teams in fast-paced, hyper-growth startup environments like Toppr.
Talent Acquisition Strategy
With 17 years of experience, he has a deep understanding of the full spectrum of recruitment and streamlining hiring processes.

Media Appearances

Nikunj has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2022
Head of Recruitment at Framestore
1-2022 - 11-2022
Deputy General Manager- Talent Acquisition at Toppr
1-2020 - 1-2022
Associate General Manager- Talent Acquisition at Toppr
8-2019 - 1-2020
Senior Manager- Talent Acquisition at Toppr
8-2018 - 8-2019
Manager- Talent Acquisition at Toppr

Education

Education details unavailable from Mithibai College
Computer Science from University of Mumbai

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Exp : 19 Location : Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Head of Recruitment at Framestore
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Insights For Selling To Nikunj

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point

DONT's

  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Nikunj is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Nikunj

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Nikunj move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Nikunj take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Nikunj

Personality Compatibility


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