Nandita Samant is a recruitment manager at Comms Search & Selection, specialising in placing candidates across communications and creative roles. With more than six years’ experience, she recruits for positions ranging from junior to director level, primarily within B2B corporates, professional services and financial services across the US.
Her journey into recruitment began with a background in marketing, communications and creative roles at Reed, before honing her expertise at EMR. Mentored for three years by Max Forsyth, MD and founder of Comms Search & Selection, she developed a deep understanding of the communications landscape, making her move to Comms Search & Selection in February 2024 a natural next step.
Known for her meticulous approach, Nandita excels at mapping the market, providing thorough analysis and managing candidates with a balance of friendliness and firmness. Her ability to build long-term relationships with both clients and candidates ensures a smooth recruitment process and lasting success. Within her first month at Comms Search & Selection, she onboarded several new clients and introduced more than 100 new candidates, underscoring her ability to make an immediate impact.
Nandita’s career path has been anything but conventional. After graduating in India, she started working life as a cabin crew member before moving to London, where she transitioned into retail management. It was here that she discovered her talent for in-house recruitment, leading her to pursue it as a full-time career. Her adaptability and determination have been key to her success, particularly as she navigated the challenges of establishing herself in a new country and transitioning into the corporate world.
Passionate about continuous learning, Nandita thrives on engaging with experts across different sectors. She believes in quality over quantity, handling every client and candidate relationship with discretion, respect and consistency.
Outside of work, she has a love for cooking, especially Thai and Japanese cuisine, and is an avid traveller, having visited 36 countries. Japan stands out as a favourite, offering an unforgettable cultural and culinary experience. With her drive and curiosity, she looks forward to adding even more destinations to her list.