Akshay B Appointed as Director – P&C Talent Acquisition, APJ & India at NTT DATA | Shaping the Future of Global Talent Strategy and Leadership Excellence
In a landmark career milestone reflecting over 17 years of excellence in talent acquisition and people leadership, Akshay B has been appointed Director – P&C Talent Acquisition, APJ & India at NTT DATA, based in Bengaluru, India.
With a remarkable journey that has seamlessly integrated strategic vision, operational acumen, and people-centric leadership, Akshay now leads NTT DATA’s talent acquisition strategy across the Asia Pacific and India region — driving innovation, inclusion, and business impact in a rapidly evolving digital workplace.
Driving Global Talent Transformation Through Strategic Leadership
As Director – P&C Talent Acquisition, Akshay’s mandate extends across multiple dimensions of global workforce transformation. He plays a pivotal role in aligning NTT DATA’s hiring strategies with its digital and organizational growth objectives, ensuring the company continues to attract, retain, and develop world-class talent.
His leadership encompasses:
- End-to-End Talent Strategy: Designing and implementing scalable TA frameworks for high-growth markets across APJ & India.
- Leadership & Corporate Hiring: Partnering with global business leaders to drive leadership-level recruitment across corporate and technology domains.
- Digital Transformation & Workforce Analytics: Leveraging data-driven insights to optimize hiring performance and forecast talent trends.
- Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives: Building inclusive pipelines and equitable practices that reflect NTT DATA’s global values.
Akshay’s strategic vision ensures that NTT DATA remains a preferred employer in the competitive global IT services landscape — fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and opportunity.
A Remarkable Journey Across Global Talent Functions
Akshay’s association with NTT DATA spans over a decade, where he has played transformative roles across leadership, people management, and strategic hiring.
As Associate Director – APAC & India, he led a regional team responsible for large-scale recruitment across multiple business verticals, enhancing operational agility and standardizing hiring frameworks across markets.
Before that, as Senior Manager and Team Manager, he contributed significantly to scaling high-volume technical and leadership hiring operations — ensuring the TA function aligned closely with business outcomes and technology transformation goals.
His earlier roles as Team Lead and Senior Associate – TA at NTT DATA honed his ability to design agile recruitment processes, integrate digital tools, and build strong hiring partnerships across regions.
Early Career Foundations: Crafting Expertise from the Ground Up
Before joining NTT DATA, Akshay began his professional journey in recruitment consulting with New Era India Pvt. Ltd. and Dell Perot Systems, where he developed a strong foundation in end-to-end recruitment, stakeholder management, and business alignment.
From redefining recruitment frameworks to managing leadership mandates, his early exposure to diverse industries laid the groundwork for his current global success — blending strategic insight with operational execution.
Leadership at the Intersection of People, Process, and Purpose
Akshay’s leadership philosophy centers on collaboration, empowerment, and continuous improvement. He believes that talent acquisition is not just about filling roles — it’s about enabling organizations to achieve their vision through the right people, culture, and mindset.
His strengths include:
- Building high-performing global teams driven by integrity and innovation.
- Balancing strategic foresight with operational precision.
- Embedding technology and analytics into every stage of the hiring lifecycle.
Under his leadership, NTT DATA’s talent acquisition function continues to evolve into a center of excellence, blending human connection with digital efficiency.
CXO Gateway Reflection
At CXO Gateway, we celebrate leaders like Akshay B, who redefine how talent shapes organizational success. His journey — from recruitment consulting to global leadership — stands as a testament to persistence, adaptability, and visionary execution.
Through every chapter of his career, Akshay has demonstrated that effective leadership is about building bridges between people, technology, and purpose. His elevation to Director – P&C Talent Acquisition, APJ & India marks not just a personal milestone, but also an inspiring chapter in NTT DATA’s ongoing journey of global talent transformation.