Predrag Pedro Gajic Lead Talent Partner at Carbon | ex Talent Ops at Toptal

Lead Talent Partner

Carbon

Sep 2025 - Current (1 year 2 months)

In my current role as a Lead Talent Partner, I lead strategic hiring initiatives with a strong focus on the Serbian market, while also supporting broader international talent efforts. My work centers on building scalable recruitment processes, enhancing candidate experience, and aligning talent acquisition with long-term business goals.

With a background in technical recruitment and startup growth, I bring hands-on experience in the Serbian talent landscape, including deep knowledge of local hiring trends, market dynamics, and cultural nuances. I have a proven track record of scaling teams from the ground up — growing organizations from early-stage setups to 500+ employees across various industries.

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Synechron

Jun 2024 - Sep 2025 (1 year 4 months)

Talent Acquisition and Growth Specialist

Synechron

Jun 2024 - Current (2 years 5 months)

Talent Ambassador

Gi Inc

Jan 2024 - Sep 2025 (1 year 9 months)

In my role at G2i, I was responsible for designing and executing innovative recruitment strategies aimed at attracting top-tier technical talent. I combined traditional sourcing techniques with modern digital tools and platforms to ensure a continuous pipeline of highly qualified candidates across various roles and geographies.
Acting as a brand ambassador for G2i, I represented the company at industry events, job fairs, and strategic networking opportunities—actively promoting our mission, values, and culture to strengthen employer branding and position G2i as a top destination for high-caliber professionals.
Through a proactive and people-centered approach, I worked to build strong relationships with candidates and stakeholders,

Talent Operations Advisor

casana

May 2022 - May 2023 (1 year 1 month)

As VP of People Operations and Talent Advisor, I provided strategic leadership and hands-on support across all talent-related functions, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency, team cohesion, and overall employee experience. I worked closely with leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to design and implement forward-thinking talent strategies aligned with business goals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.

I led a dynamic People Operations team with empathy, clarity, and a commitment to operational excellence—driving initiatives that streamlined internal processes, improved communication, and created a more inclusive and engaging workplace environment.

In my advisory role, I

Vice President of Talent Operations

casana

Aug 2021 - May 2022 (10 months)

Head of Growth - Talent Acquisition

symphonyis

Jun 2020 - Nov 2023 (3 years 6 months)

As Head of Growth, I led international teams and was responsible for the full spectrum of human resources operations, with a strong emphasis on strategic talent acquisition, employee development, and organizational growth. I designed and executed end-to-end strategies for sourcing, attracting, hiring, and retaining top-tier talent across global markets, aligning all processes with broader business goals and company culture.

My role extended beyond recruitment to include the strategic development of infrastructure and systems that supported scalable and sustainable talent practices. I worked closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth onboarding, clear performance evaluation frameworks, and career development pathways tha

Talent Operations Lead

Toptal

Feb 2019 - Jun 2020 (1 year 5 months)

As Talent Operations Lead at Toptal, I was responsible for managing people operations and community growth initiatives across multiple European regions, with a strong focus on talent acquisition, engagement, and operational efficiency. I worked cross-functionally to ensure seamless execution of daily recruitment and HR processes, contributing to the scalability of our global talent network.

In addition to operational leadership, I played an active role in enhancing Toptal’s employer brand. I represented the company at tech events and conferences as a speaker and evangelist, helping to increase visibility within the tech community and attract high-caliber talent aligned with Toptal’s mission and standards.

My work combi

Technical sourcer

Toptal

Mar 2018 - Feb 2019 (1 year)

As a Technical Sourcer, I managed end-to-end technical recruitment across Western and Eastern Europe, with a strong focus on identifying and engaging top-tier talent in Engineering and Project Management. I worked closely with hiring teams and the Screening department to ensure high-quality candidate evaluation, leading to successful placements in critical roles.

I played a key role in refining and executing sourcing strategies, leveraging a mix of platforms, tools, and market insights to build robust pipelines of skilled professionals. My efforts contributed to improving team performance, optimizing recruitment workflows, and ensuring alignment with company hiring goals.

Through a combination of strategic thinking and

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Co-Founder

Girafa Feliz LDA

Sep 2017 - Jun 2024 (6 years 10 months)

Co-founded Girafa Feliz LDA, a consultancy of highly skilled Agile experts dedicated to transforming team dynamics and enhancing organizational agility across industries. We partnered closely with teams to streamline Agile practices by focusing on core values such as culture, communication, and collaboration, successfully reducing unnecessary Agile methodologies by 70%, which improved efficiency and team alignment.
As a strategic advisor, I supported companies in uncovering exceptional talent and boosting team performance through tailored Agile coaching and consultancy services. Leveraging deep expertise in technical recruiting, talent management, and global cross-functional team leadership, I helped organizations build high-performing

Sourcing and Community Leader

Toptal

Sep 2014 - Mar 2018 (3 years 7 months)

As a Sourcing and Community Leader, I specialized in identifying and onboarding exceptional global talent, ensuring rigorous screening and seamless integration into an exclusive network of top-tier professionals. I managed and optimized recruitment tools and systems to support multiple operating units, driving efficiency and consistency across global hiring efforts.

I streamlined organization-wide recruitment processes, maintaining strict confidentiality and accurate KPI reporting, while sourcing high-caliber freelancers for critical projects. My role was pivotal in building a strong talent community and ensuring the right fit for complex, fast-paced assignments worldwide.

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International Business Developer

Puzzle Software

May 2014 - May 2015 (1 year 1 month)

As an International Business Developer at Puzzle Software, I led global business growth initiatives for a leading Belgrade-based company specializing in Agile training and software development. I drove outsourcing projects and cultivated strong client relationships, contributing to sustained revenue growth and market expansion.

In addition to business development, I leveraged my expertise in Agile methodologies, having certified over 500 professionals as Scrum Masters and Product Owners in partnership with Scrum Alliance. This unique combination of sales acumen and Agile coaching allowed me to deliver tailored solutions that aligned client needs with industry best practices.

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International Business Consultant

Soprex doo

Dec 2013 - Apr 2015 (1 year 5 months)

Lead and oversee the setup and management of international sales projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and strategies.
Spearhead complex sales activities globally, with a specialized focus on Business Intelligence (BI) solutions, leveraging expertise in software programming.
Coordinate diverse tasks ranging from client requests to technical implementation, fostering seamless communication and execution across teams and clients worldwide.

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Business Operations Manager

Dorville ltd

May 2012 - Oct 2013 (1 year 6 months)

As Business Operations Manager at Dorville Ltd in Moscow, I was responsible for overseeing people operations and project activities across multiple on-site initiatives. I managed daily supervision of teams and resources, ensuring optimal allocation and performance to meet project goals and organizational objectives.

My role required effective coordination between international departments, fostering clear communication and collaboration across multicultural teams. I led operational planning, monitored key performance indicators (KPIs), and implemented strategies to enhance productivity and business development.

With a strong focus on team leadership and resource management, I successfully balanced the demands of divers

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Co-Founder

eLogistics

Jun 2010 - May 2012 (2 years)

Co-founder of a Startup company. I've been working on plans and strategies for a company together with investors. First and unique online logistic service for small and medium companies The company was successfully acquired after almost two years on the market.

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Regional Director

SPD Serbia

Apr 2010 - Aug 2010 (5 months)

Branch/Regional director. Managed all daily and weekly operations in regional branch centre. I created unique standards for daily supervision off all projects, and managed projects according to business plan and budget. My main responsibility was to manage people and supervise their execution on a daily basis. Also, I was responsible for customer relations and actively worked to satisfy all clients requests

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Regional Sales Manager

Target Solution

Nov 2008 - Nov 2009 (1 year 1 month)

Startup Development, Software and hardware development, and development of IT security infrastructure. Gemalto Partner, ObserveIT Partner in Serbia, Specialized for PKI infrastructure, Smart card systems, MS infrastructure. Sales Manager\Director

Product Line manager

Comtrade Group

Feb 2008 - Nov 2008 (10 months)

I was appointed to create new department for security products inside enterprise sector. Main duty was to develop business projects with all relevant analyses and to start cooperation with new vendors. •Developed new department and created business plan •Contacted and presented plan to vendors and started cooperation •Identified and recruited new stuff to be a part of team. •Sales and Marketing

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Business and People Operations Manager

Ultimate Security Ltd

May 2005 - Nov 2007 (2 years 7 months)

Ultimate security is the name of a group of companies operating for more than 10 years in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, offering a wide range of security services. My responsibility was to manage People operations on a daily level and Key Account Management. Unique role with several responsibilities on a client and people side http://www.ultimate-security.net

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Member of Board of Directors

Sports Business Centre SPC Novi Beograd

Jan 2002 - Mar 2005 (3 years 3 months)

Established by the local Government, in 1979, The New Belgrade sports center is one of the best equipped centers in Serbia, the largest one in New Belgrade, and the only one with outdoor and indoor pools.

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