Rakesh Rana

Researcher
DISC Type : Cs

Head of Talent Acquisition at Murex

New York, New York, United States

Overview

Rakesh is an award-winning HR Leader with over 16 years of experience shaping human capital functions for technology and banking firms in the AMER and APAC regions. A subject matter expert in global talent acquisition, HR transformation, and employer branding, he has held leadership roles at Murex and Barclays. People who have worked with Rakesh describe him as diligent, collaborative, and having high integrity.

He has contributed to the business community in Singapore as a Co-President for a committee at the French Chamber of Commerce. He is passionate about the evolving recruitment landscape, knowledge sharing, and learning.

He is recognized as one of the "50 Most innovative Global HR Tech leaders. "

Personality Overview

Detail Oriented

Process Focused

Soft Communicator

The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof.  They are always well-planned and adopt a systematic approach. They do not like taking risks at all and go for proven options in the end.

Topics They Care About

Global Talent Strategy
Designs and implements global talent acquisition strategies across the Americas and APAC regions, with specific experience growing operations in Singapore and China.
HR Technology
Recognized as one of the "50 Most innovative Global HR Tech leaders" and has deep expertise in utilizing HR technology for transformation.
Capital Markets Tech
As Head of Talent Acquisition at Murex, his focus is on building teams that shape the future of capital market technology.

Media Appearances

Rakesh has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2022
Head of Talent Acquisition at Murex
12-2013 - 11-2022
HR Leader- (HRBP & Talent Acquisition) at Murex
1-2010 - 12-2013
Recruitment Manager at Barclays
1-2007 - 1-2010
Recruitment Manager at Encora Technologies Pte ltd [Formerly known as Suvin Technologies Pte ltd],
10-2005 - 12-2006
Asst Manager- Recruitment at Satyam Computer Services

Education

2020 - 2020
HR Management and Analytics: Unlock the Value of Human Capital from The Wharton School
2015 - 2015
Human Resource Management from Harvard University

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Insights For Selling To Rakesh

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like 'results based on data', 'measurable proof', 'X% growth' etc.
  • Preferably use email to follow up with them instead of phone or Linkedin, engage by asking question or opinions
  • Share whitepapers or case studies that showcase measurable results instead of just telling customer stories

DONT's

  • Do not sound overly eager, modulate your energy levels especially if you are generally enthusiastic
  • Avoid emotional and informal language, stay objective and to the point instead
  • Avoid phrases like ‘trust me’, ‘you will just love it’ etc.

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Rakesh is

  • Proof of usage by others in the industry, case studies showing ROI are likely to work the best with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Rakesh

  • They are unlikely to say no, it's better to stop yourself once you have exhausted all the options.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Rakesh move?

  • They are some of the slowest movers and take their time reaching decisions.
  • Can Rakesh take some risk or not?

  • They have very low acceptance of risk even if they do not say it directly.

You And Rakesh

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