Singapore's got a new MD! Introducing Rahim and the Team

Chloe Alonzi • June 25, 2025

Tardis Group's Singapore team is growing under the new leadership of Rahim Mahmood, Managing Director

Rahim Mahmood embarked on his recruitment journey over 11 years ago, covering roles in the luxury retail space. For the last 4 years, he has made a significant mark in the maritime commercial industry.

As a Senior Consultant at Tardis Group (TG), Rahim’s deep industry knowledge, global network, and targeted headhunting expertise have been instrumental in driving growth and building trusted relationships across the region. Now as TG Singapore's newly appointed Managing Director, Rahim is determined to grow his team and take the office to new heights.

Rahim currently works with a team of 3 Consultants and hopes to grow the team over the next few months.

Ashraff Ramlan - Recruitment Consultant, Technology

Ashraff is approaching his year anniversary in recruitment, bringing with him over a decade of experience running his own retail business and working in community building and engagement. Since joining TG in September 2024, he's focused on hiring for tech roles in Singapore and has more recently been expanding into the quant industry. "It's been a rewarding journey of learning, adapting and growing."

Ashraff loves recruitment because there are so many wins to celebrate along the way, from landing an interview to navigating the excitement and nerves of the offer stage. Every step before the final placement is a milestone, and "I’m all in for the emotional ride."

His favourite thing about working with the Singapore team is that every win is celebrated, no matter what kind of week they're having. "We uplift each other when things are tough, and we cheer each other on when things go well. It's a team that truly supports and motivates one another."

Shubhi Dugar - Recruitment Consultant, Maritime and Shipping

Shubhi joined TG in May 2025 with 7 years of experience in marine recruitment, specialising in connecting skilled professionals with opportunities across the global maritime and shipping industry. Her practical recruitment expertise combined with a Master's degree in Human Resource Management enables Shubhi to deliver customised solutions for both clients and candidates.

Shubhi loves working in recruitment because she feels that she's making a real impact. "Helping someone land a job that changes their life and supports their family is incredibly rewarding." She also loves connecting people and opportunities, saying "it's fulfilling to bridge the gap between great talent and the right companies - being the connector is powerful."

Shubhi's favourite thing about working with the Singapore team is their collaborative spirit, saying "the team is highly supportive and always willing to share knowledge and ideas, which makes working together seamless and productive." She also loves the cultural diversity and openness of the team, as "the multicultural environment fosters inclusiveness, respect, and fresh perspectives in every discussion."

Stella Lin - Senior Recruitment Consultant, Energy

Stella is the newest member of the Singapore team joining in June 2025, with 7 years of experience recruiting for the energy industry. She is covering energy roles across APAC, focusing on renewables.

Stella's favourite things about working in recruitment are business development and talking to candidates to get market insights. She says that "filling difficult roles gives me a sense of fulfilment."

She is settling into the Singapore team, and has enjoyed working with them professionally, as well as hanging out and playing table tennis.

Now that Rahim has taken on a new role at TG, I thought it would be a great opportunity to have a chat with him about his recruitment journey so far and his goals and aspirations for the future.

What made you decide to get into recruitment?

"Initially, being totally honest, money. Commission and competition are motivating, especially as a young recruiter just getting started. I still remember my first placement for a Retail Ops Manager. When he got the job and I saw the smile on his face upon delivering the news, the satisfaction it gave me was unmatched. The job is rewarding from a financial perspective, but seeing candidates happy after you've helped them find their dream role is another reason why recruitment is so rewarding."

What's your favourite thing about working at TG?

"The open policy TG has. The level of transparency here is 100%, open communication is not only welcomed but encouraged. Staff can go to anyone at any level because our leadership is so linear and everyone is so open."

What has been your greatest achievement at TG?

"I made a placement 2 weeks after joining TG and with a new client. I attended an annual futsal tournament in November 2024 and one of my teammates was a hiring manager. We bonded over futsal, he gave me the role and within 2 weeks I provided the best candidate in the market. I recently checked in with him and he told me it's one of his best hires, 6 months on."

What has been your biggest challenge at TG?

"Being promoted to MD, I am now responsible for 3 staff and their welfare. Not only is it now my job to ensure my team feel supported to do their jobs well and achieve targets, it is also my responsibility to establish a positive working culture and environment where they feel happy in the workplace. Getting the balance right will be the biggest challenge, but one I'm confident I can achieve with my team."

What are you most excited about now that you are MD of TG Singapore?

"I'm excited to grow the team and reach goals together. Each person will play a pivotal part in hitting targets and I can't wait to see what the team can achieve over the next few months."

What would be your advice to anyone wanting to progress in or start their recruitment career?

"Work hard. No matter what industry or sector you're working in, it's all about numbers in recruitment. Show up and show commitment, even when you feel like you're getting nowhere with candidates or clients, your hard work will pay off. Recruitment is a self-motivated job, the only person who will stop you from achieving your full potential is you."

Interested in working with the Singapore team? Feel free to reach out to rahim.mahmood@tardis-group.com with your resume and why you're interested in Tardis Group.

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