Akshay B. Lawate

Senior Recruitment & Staffing Head with end-to-end leadership across HR, Staffing, Sales, and Placement functions in IT and non-IT domains. Proven expertise in leading large-scale talent acquisition, bulk hiring, lateral hiring, senior-level recruitment, and campus placement programs with full operational ownership. Strong experience in stakeholder management, CXO-level engagement, corporate relations, and strategic account management to drive long-term business partnerships and revenue growth.

Demonstrated success in leading complete recruitment lifecycle operations from sourcing, screening, and selection to onboarding and delivery. Expertise in workforce planning, demand forecasting, hiring strategy, and execution of high-volume recruitment drives. Strong leadership in managing and scaling cross-functional teams across HR, staffing, sales, and placement verticals with measurable business outcomes.

Proven ability in driving client acquisition, B2B partnerships, and business expansion through strategic relationship building. Also led corporate training programs in aptitude, soft skills, communication, and interview readiness to enhance candidate employability and placement success.

Center Head - Exponent IT Training & Services - Pune

(2025-09)

• Led end-to-end HR, Staffing, Sales, Training, and Placement operations for organizational growth.
• Managed Corporate Relations, Key Accounts, and Strategic Partnerships with CXOs and HR leaders.
• Directed Recruitment and Staffing including hiring, vendor management, and workforce deployment.
• Led Sales and Business Development to acquire clients and drive revenue growth.
• Managed Training and Skill Development programs to improve candidate employability.
• Oversaw Placement operations including recruitment drives, interviews, onboarding, and delivery.
• Built and managed all functional teams ensuring performance, productivity, and efficiency.
• Delivered business growth through client acquisition, placements, and corporate partnerships.

Sr. Corporate Relationship Manager - Fullstack Guru IT Solution Pvt Ltd - Pune

(2022-01 - 2025-07)

• Managed Corporate Relations & Strategic Partnerships with HR leaders, recruiters, and industry stakeholders.
• Led Placement Operations, Recruitment Drives, Interview Coordination, and Candidate Engagement.
• Developed Talent Acquisition Strategies, Hiring Pipelines, and Employer Partnership initiatives.
• Managed Client Relationships, Corporate Tie-ups, and B2B Recruitment Partnerships.
• Led Placement Teams and improved coordination, processes, and placement outcomes.
• Executed Employer Branding, Industry Engagement, and Recruitment Campaigns.
• Analyzed Hiring Trends and Workforce Requirements to achieve placement targets.
• Delivered results through Corporate Collaborations, Recruitment Success, and Business Growth.

Aptitude Trainer - CRBtech Solution Pvt Ltd - Pune

(2018-10 - 2021-01)

• Delivered aptitude training sessions in Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, and Verbal Ability for students.
• Trained students in shortcut techniques and problem-solving methods to improve aptitude test scores.
• Conducted mock tests and assessment sessions for campus placement and competitive exam preparation.
• Managed weekend aptitude training batches for part-time and working students.
• Mentored students on aptitude preparation, interview skills, and career readiness.

Aptitude Trainer - Pahal Design Education Pvt Ltd - Pimpri, Pune

(2016-06 - 2018-09)

• Delivered aptitude training sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Conducted placement-focused coaching in Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, and Verbal Ability.
• Designed and administered mock tests to evaluate student performance and readiness.
• Guided students in improving problem-solving speed, accuracy, and test-taking strategies.
• Supported students in campus placement preparation and career development activities.

B.Tech. - IT - Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University Lonere, Raigarh

H.S.C. - Dayaynand Science College Latur

S.S.C. - S.M.R. Vidylaya Latur