Pavani Saripella

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Function Head Recruitment - India, Americas,LATAM, Africas and Middle East at Tech Mahindra

Greater Hyderabad Area, India

Overview

Pavani Saripella is a strategic talent acquisition leader at Tech Mahindra BPS, managing hiring across the Americas, Africa, and the Middle East. With over 21 years of experience, she is a recognized speaker on the future of hiring and AI. Colleagues describe her as a strong, focused, and fantastic orator.

Pavani has a deep connection to her hometown, Hyderabad, appreciating its blend of tradition and modernity. A fan of early mornings and Irani chai, she values authenticity and prefers fireside chats over debates. She is passionate about developing homegrown leadership and fostering a strong organizational culture.

She serves on the Board of Advisors for "Triumphs of Talent, " a platform dedicated to celebrating Hyderabads local heroes.

Personality Overview

Calm

Procedural

Social Proof Driven

They are motivated by the potential impact of their decision on the organization.  They are unlikely to become strong champions as they don't prefer pushing other people. They usually go by the book, following all rules and procedures.

Topics They Care About

AI in Recruitment
A public speaker on the future of entry-level hiring, she actively discusses how automation and AI are reshaping the talent landscape.
Flexible Work Culture
She champions a shift from micromanagement to a culture built on trust and flexibility to attract and retain modern talent.
Hyderabad's Talent
Passionate about her city, she speaks on the unique strengths of Hyderabad's leadership talent, which she describes as grounded, modern, and deeply rooted.

Media Appearances

Tech Mahindra Announces Senior Leadership Elevations to Drive Growth. Featured in Tech Mahindra Press Release

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Tech Mahindra Sets Latin America Strategy – Insights on Regional Recruitment Leadership. Featured in Nearshore Americas

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Work History

3-2023
Function Head Recruitment - India, Americas,LATAM, Africas and Middle East at Tech Mahindra
11-2018 - 5-2023
Group Manager (Recruitment Lead) at Tech Mahindra
4-2013 - 11-2018
Senior Manager Human Resources at Genpact
9-2012 - 4-2014
Senior Manager Central hiring at Genpact
8-2010 - 8-2012
Manager: Central Hiring at Genpact

Education

2003 - 2005
MSC from Osmania University

More Information

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Exp : 22 Location : Greater Hyderabad Area, India Job Level : N/A Designation : Function Head Recruitment - India, Americas,LATAM, Africas and Middle East at Tech Mahindra
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Insights For Selling To Pavani

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Pause and ask them if they have any questions
  • Use phrases like ‘others say that’, ‘zero risk in’, ‘seen proof of’ etc.
  • Talk about refund and cancellation policy if the need arises

DONT's

  • Don’t don the salesperson avatar, be the friendly advisor instead
  • Avoid saying anything that sounds like a risky proposition
  • Don’t use phrases like ‘there might be’, ‘we haven’t yet’, ‘latest technology’ etc.

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Pavani is

  • Low risk, approval of other stakeholders and successful process-based evaluation are most important for them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Pavani

  • They don’t say no very often, and can take you around in circles sometimes.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Pavani move?

  • They do not like to rush, so they could be slow in making decisions.
  • Can Pavani take some risk or not?

  • They have little risk-appetite and prefer to take decisions that others support.

You And Pavani

Personality Compatibility


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