Vijay Prasad S

Evaluator
DISC Type : CSD

Senior Director and Head of Talent Attraction & Acquisition (India) - Comcast Cable, NBCU & Sky at Comcast

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Overview

A strategic Global HR Executive with over two decades of experience, specializing in establishing and scaling Global Capability Centers (GCCs) for Fortune 500 firms. Currently leading talent attraction for Comcast in India, he holds degrees from IIM Calcutta and Madras Christian College. Colleagues describe him as knowledgeable, dedicated, and approachable.

He has shown an interest in wildlife conservation, demonstrated by a social media post mourning the loss of a famous tigress. This, combined with his certification in brain-based coaching, suggests a passion for both the natural world and developing human potential.

He has unique international experience from his time as an HR Business Partner and Compensation Specialist at the World Bank Groups headquarters in Washington D. C.

Personality Overview

Fast But Analytical

Hard To Convince

Quality Focused

They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there  They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service

Topics They Care About

Global Capability Centers
His career is built on setting up and scaling successful GCCs in India for global corporations across various high-tech industries.
Strategic Talent Sourcing
As Head of Talent Attraction at Comcast, he actively recruits for senior leadership roles in areas like telecom network infrastructure.
Developing Indian Talent
He actively engages with universities in southern India to connect with the next generation of technology professionals for global companies.

Media Appearances

Vijay has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2024
Senior Director and Head of Talent Attraction & Acquisition (India) - Comcast Cable, NBCU & Sky at Comcast
5-2017 - 12-2023
Senior HR Leader (HRBP) - Comcast Cable, NBCU & Sky India at Comcast
6-2015 - 3-2017
HR Business Partner & Compensation Specialist (Washington DC - HQ) at World Bank Group
6-2012 - 5-2015
India Senior Lead HRBP (WBG Chennai Center) at World Bank Group
6-2008 - 5-2012
Deputy Manager - HR Business Partner (based at PayPal India) at Covansys

Education

2010 - 2011
Executive Program in Business Management from Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta
2001 - 2003
MSW (HR) from Madras Christian College

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Exp : 25 Location : Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Job Level : Senior Designation : Senior Director and Head of Talent Attraction & Acquisition (India) - Comcast Cable, NBCU & Sky at Comcast
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Insights For Selling To Vijay

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them weigh the risks by sharing objective proof points instead of anecdotes and examples
  • Use phrases like ‘the ROI of this’, ‘X% more’ etc.
  • Be prepared for comments or questions that are critical of your product or your claims

DONT's

  • Avoid inviting them for any social interactions until you have built some rapport with them
  • Avoid making strong statements, instead invite them to agree with you by asking them questions
  • Don’t nudge them to do something by using the logic that others have done the same

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Vijay is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Vijay

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Vijay move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Vijay take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

You And Vijay

Personality Compatibility


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