Sandeep Kohli

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Deputy Global Vice Chair | Talent I EY GDS at EY

Gurgaon, Haryana, India

Overview

Sandeep Kohli is the Deputy Global Vice Chair – Talent for EY GDS, leading the people agenda for over 85, 000 professionals. A Change Leader with nearly three decades of experience at firms like Microsoft and Siemens, he now focuses on leveraging AI for talent development and has been recognized as an influential HR leader.

Outside of his corporate role, Sandeep is a theater enthusiast and deeply committed to philanthropy. He is the founder of his own non-profit organization, Lets Do Our Bit, which provides monetary assistance to children who are suffering from life-threatening illnesses.

Unique fact: He founded the non-profit Lets Do Our Bit to support critically ill children.

Personality Overview

Curious

Value Driven

Example Seeker

They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing.  They are likely to ask many questions and look heavily for supporting information. They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince.

Topics They Care About

AI in Talent Development
He is implementing AI-driven solutions like skills intelligence platforms and conversational coaching to enhance learning, efficiency, and employee experience for over 75, 000 people.
Change Leadership
Believes in being an effective 'Change Leader' to shape organizational culture in a dynamic and disruptive working world, helping professionals realize their full potential.
Ethical AI
Emphasizes the responsible use of AI as a fundamental pillar of his strategy, ensuring strict standards of data protection, transparency, and fairness.

Media Appearances

Sandeep Kohli, Partner & Talent Leader, EY, One of India's Best .... Featured in YouTube

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Sandeep Kohli, Talent Leader at EY Global Delivery Services .... Featured in Facebook

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Sandeep Kohli, EY India Talent Leader shares his views on why .... Featured in Instagram

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Work History

7-2025
Deputy Global Vice Chair | Talent I EY GDS at EY
4-2024
Talent Leader - Global Delivery Services | Global Talent Leader - Enablement Functions, EY at EY
9-2007 - 3-2024
Partner I Talent Leader at EY
2003 - 2007
Director HR at Microsoft Corporation (I) Pvt. Ltd.
1992 - 2003
Chief Manager - HR at Siemens Information Systems Ltd

Education

1987 - 1989
MSW from DSSW
1984 - 1987
BSW from Jamia Millia Islamia

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Insights For Selling To Sandeep

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be prepared for a lot of questions, answer them objectively
  • Use phrases like ‘clear proof that’, ‘data shows’ etc.
  • Invite them for a social do but don’t rely solely on the relationship

DONT's

  • Don’t rely excessively on your relationship with them to win the deal
  • Don’t brush off any concerns, take all questions seriously
  • Avoid making offhand commitments

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Sandeep is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important to them, relationships will have some weightage.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Sandeep

  • They are practical and friendly, don't expect a clear-cut response often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Sandeep move?

  • They like to be detailed and take their time to arrive at decisions.
  • Can Sandeep take some risk or not?

  • They evaluate their decisions systematically and are less likely to take risks.

You And Sandeep

Personality Compatibility


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