Paytm looks to double headcount in FY16
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With most players in the sector looking to aggressively ramp up their teams, Indian mobile commerce platform Paytm plans to double its employee base in FY16 from around 3,000 currently. The company has added around 1,500 persons to its total headcount in FY15.
“A large part of the hiring will be in operations and sales. We will also hire for technology roles,” Amit Sinha, vice president-business and people at Paytm told Business Standard. “We have given over 100 offers to students at top management and engineering colleges. We are still visiting campuses and that number will go up further.”
Questions & Answers
Q.What is Paytm's current employee count?
What is Paytm's current employee count?
Paytm currently employs around 3,000 people. The company aims to double this number during the financial year 2016, indicating significant growth plans within the organisation.
Q.Which departments will see the most new hires?
Which departments will see the most new hires?
A large portion of the new recruitment will be focused on operations and sales roles. The company also plans to hire for technology positions to support its growing mobile commerce platform.
Q.How many staff did Paytm add in the last financial year?
How many staff did Paytm add in the last financial year?
Paytm increased its total headcount by approximately 1,500 people in the financial year 2015. This expansion sets a precedent for the company's aggressive hiring targets for the upcoming period.
Q.Is Paytm recruiting directly from universities?
Is Paytm recruiting directly from universities?
Yes, Paytm has already extended over 100 job offers to students from leading management and engineering colleges. The company is continuing its campus recruitment drives, suggesting this number will increase further.
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