Rajeev Sharma

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Director Talent Acquisition - APAC at Amazon

Pune District, Maharashtra, India

Overview

Rajeev Sharma is a Human Resources leader with over 20 years of experience, currently serving as the Director of Talent Acquisition for APAC at Amazon. He specializes in talent strategy, leveraging technology in recruitment, and building diverse teams. Colleagues and reports often describe him as visionary, inspiring, and compassionate.

He is passionate about making a meaningful impact within his organization and the broader community, championing initiatives like Amazons Global Month of Volunteering. He believes in a work culture that allows employees to have fun and prioritize time with family and friends, while making history.

Unique fact: Rajeev was recognized by Forbes and Indeed as one of the Top 30 Talent Leaders in India for 2024.

Personality Overview

Driven But Considerate

Dynamic But Sincere

Decisive But Friendly

They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed  If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders)

Topics They Care About

Talent Technology
He advocates for using technology, including AI and machine learning, to create a more efficient and seamless hiring process and enhance the candidate experience.
Diversity & Inclusion
He has a strong focus on building a diverse workforce, with experience in initiatives for hiring more women, people with disabilities, and military veterans.
Hiring for Potential
He believes in hiring for long-term potential over short-term fit, focusing on what a candidate can grow into rather than just what they can do today.

Media Appearances

Amazon elevates Rajeev Sharma to Director - Talent Acquisition (APAC & MENA). Featured in Economic Times – HR

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Getting ready for your Amazon job interview is now simpler! Join Rajeev Sharma. Featured in Facebook – Inside Amazon APAC

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Rajeev Sharma X Deepti Varma | Amazon Unplugged. Featured in Facebook (Inside Amazon APAC)

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Work History

9-2022
Director Talent Acquisition - APAC at Amazon
7-2022
Head, Talent Acquisition - WWOps APAC & MENA at Amazon
5-2019 - 7-2022
Head, Talent Acquisition - Amazon India Operations at Amazon
6-2011 - 5-2019
Director,Head Talent Acquisition - India & APAC at BNY Mellon
5-2008 - 6-2011
Senior Manager- Recruitment at Barclays Shared Services Pvt. Ltd.

Education

2013 - 2013
Transformational Leadership - Tapping into your Personal DNA from ISB
MCA from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University

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Insights For Selling To Rajeev

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established
  • Mostly stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, but add some stories or anecdotes to it
  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage

DONT's

  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly
  • Don't lean very heavily into providing too much information, sharing whitepapers etc.
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a formal approach

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Rajeev is

  • Nothing less than a strong combination of proof of results, relationship and high levels of professionalism is effective with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Rajeev

  • They can say no while staying friendly, but can also be pursuaded to reconsider

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Rajeev move?

  • They are generally fast movers and can take quick decisions
  • Can Rajeev take some risk or not?

  • They have high risk-appetite but can get ahead of themselves once in a while. Observe carefully

You And Rajeev

Personality Compatibility


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