Syed Aiyaz Uddin
Syed Aiyaz Uddin (born 28 December 1990) is an Indian entrepreneur, author, TEDx speaker, and global recruitment strategist. He is the founder of TheStaffingCircle and has over 15 years of experience in talent acquisition across the USA, MENA, Europe, and India. Uddin is widely recognized for his contributions to human resources, diversity advocacy, and strategic leadership.
Career
Aiyaz Uddin began his career in talent acquisition and eventually founded TheStaffingCircle, a recruitment SME focused on strategic hiring and talent development. He has delivered keynote addresses at LinkedIn, HackerEarth, and TEDx platforms, speaking on topics such as talent attraction, employer branding, social media recruiting, and inbound/outbound hiring strategies.
He has trained over 4,000 HR professionals globally and frequently mentors individuals in the areas of personal branding, social media strategy, and open-source intelligence (OSINT) sourcing.
Recognition
- TEDx Speaker at TEDxVIFT
- Young HR Icon of the Year at the CHRO Vision & Innovation Summit & Awards 2022
- Named one of the "10 Most Promising Business Coaches – 2022" by Silicon India Magazine
- International Excellence Award recipient
- Advisor for the "Transformative Leadership in Disruptive Times" program at Seton Hall University
Publications
- The Inward Journey – A personal and introspective work on self-awareness and growth
- Science Behind a Perfect Life – Insights into self-direction and personal development
- US Staffing Insights – A professional guide for HR tech professionals and recruiters in the RPO industry
- The Chrysalis Within: Unleashing Your True Potential Through Human Transformation – A guide to unlocking hidden potential and embarking on a journey of profound self-discovery. Available on Amazon
- Inward Journey – Book Link
- US Staffing Insights (2020) – Book Link
Education
Aiyaz Uddin holds an MBA with a dual specialisation in finance and marketing from Osmania University and an MSc in Psychology. He also holds certifications in Project Management Professional (PMP) and Certified Career Analyst (CCA).
Personal Life
Syed Aiyaz Uddin was born and raised in Hyderabad, Telangana. Known for integrating technology with empathy, his leadership in recruitment emphasizes diversity, inclusion, innovation, and the application of AI and predictive analytics in human resource practices.
In addition to his professional pursuits, Syed has been actively involved in human rights advocacy and interfaith peacebuilding. His contributions to global peace initiatives and minority affairs are reflected in his current role as Senior National Vice President – Minority Affairs at the All India Council of Human Rights, Liberties & Social Justice (AICHLS), underscoring his ongoing commitment to social equity and inclusive development.
In the media domain, he holds the title of Director Information as a recognized member of the Indian Press Representative Council (IPRC).
Syed is also a Certified Peace Educator (CPE), having completed the Peace Educator Certification Program from the Global Peace Institute (GPI), London, UK. He further pursued applied training in Compassionate Integrity at the Center for Compassion, Integrity and Secular Ethics (CCISE), LIFE University, USA.
He is the Founder of TheStaffingCircle and Careeriologist, and was a featured speaker at South India Business Week 2024. Event Reference – LinkedIn
Syed Aiyaz Uddin is also a registered member of the Counsellor Council of India.
Film Production
Syed Aiyaz Uddin has also contributed to the film industry as a producer. His production credits include:
- The Motorcycle Man (2020) - IMDb Profile
- The Wrape (2019) - IMDb Profile
- The Suicide Gang (2017) - IMDb Profile
These films reflect his creative interests and engagement in storytelling beyond his work in human rights, recruitment, and education.