Pulinaan Consulting

Retained Executive Search

Our Retained Executive Search is built for impact. We partner deeply with you to identify, engage, and secure top-tier leadership talent that drives transformation. Discreet, data-driven, and committed. We don’t just fill roles, we build futures.

We keep it real, with our clients, our candidates, and each other. Honest conversations, genuine relationships, and integrity at every step that’s how trust is built, and that’s how we roll.

We bring heart to hiring. For our clients, that means relentless pursuit of the right fit. For our candidates, it’s about championing every career move. And for our team, it’s the fire that fuels everything we do.

We think fearlessly, act decisively, and never settle for average. Whether you're building teams, growing your career, or shaping the future of recruitment with us. Bold moves drive bold outcomes.

Catherine Arun

Co-Founder & COO

Catherine is a seasoned operations and finance leader with over a decade of delivering measurable impact. Her expertise spans budgeting, financial forecasting, and strategic planning, where she’s played a pivotal role in strengthening performance and driving informed decision-making. As a key contributor to our leadership team, she brings precision, clarity, and a results-first mindset to every initiative. Beyond the numbers, Catherine is deeply passionate about sustainability, finds joy in baking, and loves immersing herself in new cultures through travel.

Chetan Kumar

Marketing Manager

Priyanka Malali

Operations Leader

Raja Paul Chandar

Managing Consultant

Karthikeyan Durairajan

Practice Leader (Technology, Finance, Legal, Procurement & Supply Chain)

Meet Easwar, a dynamic consultant with 8 years of experience, including leadership hiring at Jaeger Solutions across the US and Canada. An expert in cross-border searches, his drive and precision extend beyond work—he’s a Zonal-level footballer, district champion in running and relay, and a 22 km mini-marathon finisher. His athletic mindset powers his speed and excellence in talent solutions, making him a game-changer.

Karthikeyan Durairajan

Consultant

Meet Karthikeyan, our search consultant with expertise in the Indian and UK markets. A talent analytics specialist, he excels in solving complex hiring challenges. A State-Level Silambam Champion and Key Referee, he brings the same precision to his work. With 4 years at Dimondpick and Acolyte, he has delivered impactful leadership hiring solutions.

Esha Khatri

Meet Esha, our Business Development Manager with 4+ years of success in technology sales. She thrives on forging meaningful connections, driving business growth, and aligning top talent with visionary opportunities. Beyond her corporate achievements, Esha brings the same confidence and poise to the world of modeling, having been a part of L’Oréal Professional’s elite modeling team.

Junaid Qasim

Director of Business Development

Junaid Qasim brings over a decade of experience in key roles across large startups, where he has been instrumental in driving business growth and operational excellence. With a strong foundation in Customer Service, Finance, and Administration, Junaid excels in combining administrative and analytical skills to deliver results. Known for his organizational prowess, attention to detail, and leadership abilities, he is a team player who consistently enables business success through effective collaboration and strategic insights.

Ranjit Doshi

CFO

Ranjit brings a wealth of experience, with a distinguished 20-year career, including his role as CFO at Allegis India, where he was instrumental in driving the company’s leadership in global talent solutions.

His extensive expertise in strategic planning, client relations, and financial management has been further honed through impactful roles at Eurofins, Wipro, and Apple India. Ranjit’s proficiency in finance and negotiation supports our strategic growth, ensuring a strong foundation for future expansion and success.

James Caan CBE

Board of Directors

Often recognised outside the industry for his appearance in the BBC’s Dragon’s Den series, James Caan CBE has been in recruitment for over 30 years and invests and supports recruitment companies of all sizes across various geographies and sectors.

Alexander Mann, his first recruitment business, sold in 2013 for $350 million. His second recruitment venture, Humana International, grew to 140 offices across 30 countries. His third sale was a collection of six recruitment companies to Graphite Capital in 2014 for $150m.

James takes an active role in contributing towards the strategy of Talent Factree, working closely with Joshua to support the business’ exciting growth plans and vision.

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