Our Team

Vira International is headed by Mr. Rajan who is the founder of the Group. Mr. Akbar Rajan brings with him 50 years of international trading and business experience. He remains closely involved in the company’s business and is the guiding force for the entire team.

Ali has been with Vira International for 29 years and has been involved in all phases of the organization’s development. He has been responsible for the successful growth of their International recruitment domain and has taken the company from shore to shore. Ali heads the India operations from their head office in Mumbai where Vira International trains and recruits Hospitality professionals for leading hotels, restaurants, and catering companies. Through his dedication and hard work, the company is now a leading provider of Hospitality (hotels, restaurants, and catering) Staff and aims to expand in this area. Alijan’s interpersonal skills rate him very highly with all clients.

Ashfaq is a Sr HR Professional and an alumnus of TISS, Mumbai with International Management exposure (UAE, Saudi Arabia & Nigeria) with over 25 years’ experience as Head of Human Resources, Recruitment and Administration with large Groups & MNC Companies with businesses in diversified industries. Ashfaq possesses a unique experience of utilising the services of Recruitment Companies worldwide for Talent Acquisition and Manpower requirements of the companies where he Headed the HR function and has also been providing end to end recruitment services to many blue-chip clients across the gulf region as Recruitment Head during his tenure with Overseas Placement Companies.

With almost a decade’s experience Kanchan operates quietly to screen and source candidates as per the Clients mandate and has a very successful track record in matching resumes and finding the right candidates.
She has joined the Vira Team in 2019 and has proved to be a great asset to the Company since then. She is a Management Graduate from Mumbai University.

Afreen has been a part of the Vira International team since 2012. She joined the Vira Family as a Recruitment Executive and due to her sheer hard work, charming personality, and dedication to her work has been most recently elevated as Senior Manager.

She is now responsible for overlooking the functioning of various departments both, for recruitment in the middle east as well as J1 visa program for the US.

She provides complete support for Client coordination and also looks after a team of recruitment consultants. Afreen is a graduate from Mumbai University. An enthusiastic individual with a pleasing personality and a proven asset to the company who always put the candidates first.

Sunil has more than 25 years of experience in the Recruitment Industry for Diversified Sectors such as Hospitality, MEP, Oil and Gas, EPC and Construction.

Sunil joined the Team at Vira International to expand our reach to new industries and explore new opportunities, his commitment to the highest level of integrity towards the team and adapted to the Culture and Moral Values at Vira International.

Agnel Rodricks is a seasoned overseas recruitment professional with close to three decades of extensive experience in the recruitment domain. With over 20 years of service at Vira International, he currently holds the position of Senior Recruitment Manager. Agnel has a demonstrated track record in processing, sourcing, interviewing, and recruitment operations.

Shaikh Tauheed has been an integral member of the Vira International Placement Pvt Ltd team since January 2020, initially serving as an Administration Assistant and now advancing to the E-Marketing Department as an accomplished E-Marketing Executive. In his role, Shaikh is responsible for designing all creative artwork, posts, banners, Reels, brochures, and ads to fulfil new requirements. He manages Vira International's social media pages, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn.

Wasim possesses a deep understanding of our recruitment process and operations. He approaches his work with dedication and integrity, always adhering to established rules and regulations. Wasim’s keen insight into people’s capabilities allows him to bring out the best in his colleagues, making him a valuable and loyal team member. His expertise in processing Saudi visas is unparalleled, and he consistently demonstrates a proactive and tireless work ethic.

Muzzammil Ansari is a seasoned professional with over 12 years of experience in visa, medical, and travel processing. He excels in managing complex processes with ease and has been an integral member of the Vira International team for the past nine years as a Processing Officer. Muzzammil’s commitment to delivering exceptional service and ensuring candidates receive pre-deployment orientation showcases his dedication and passion for ensuring a successful experience for all individuals.

Akshay Tambe is a highly accomplished professional with over 7 years of experience in the recruitment industry. He graduated from Mumbai University and has extensive expertise in recruiting for diverse sectors, including Hospitality, MEP, and Construction. Akshay recently joined Vira International as a Recruitment Consultant, specializing in the Catering and Facility management recruitment for the our clients in the catering industry both offshore and on shore recruiting cooks,bakers,pastry man ,butchers, catering supervisors, camp boss etc.

Siddhant is a recent graduate from ITM IHM, characterized by his youthful exuberance, fervor, and sharp focus. He has commenced his association with Vira International as an intern/trainee and has shown a deep interest in Human Resources and Recruitment domains. Siddhant is eager to contribute to the organization’s success while gaining valuable experience in the field.

Mugdha brings with her 20 years of experience and extensive knowledge in the field of Overseas Recruitment, she has been entrusted with leading the key accounts. Her primary role involves providing exceptional recruitment services and consultancy support to esteemed clients across the MENA region. Mugdha excels in maintaining and nurturing meaningful relationships with existing clients, ensuring their retention for the sustained growth of our company. In addition, she is responsible for identifying and securing new clients, while also encouraging future collaborations with our existing clients .Her astute business acumen enables her to generate new business opportunities, while continually staying updated on recruitment knowledge and the latest market trends.