Talent Acquisition Specialist

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Talent Acquisition professional to drive full-cycle recruitment across functions. This role demands a deep understanding of sourcing strategies, candidate assessment, employer branding and stakeholder management to meet the hiring needs of a fast-paced and growing organization.

Key Responsibilities End-to-End Recruitment • Manage full lifecycle recruitment for mid to senior-level roles across verticals (Tech, Non-Tech, Retail, etc.). • Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements, create compelling JDs, and finalise hiring plans. • Source candidates through job portals (Naukri, LinkedIn, IIMJobs, etc.), internal databases, referrals, and vendor partners. • Conduct initial screenings, competency-based interviews, and coordinate with hiring panels. • Drive structured interview processes to ensure quality and unbiased hiring decisions. • Manage candidate communication, feedback, offer negotiations, and onboarding coordination. Stakeholder & Vendor Management • Act as a talent advisor to business leaders with market insights and hiring intelligence. • Engage with external recruitment agencies and monitor their performance against agreed SLAs. • Ensure timely and transparent communication with hiring managers and candidates. Reporting & ATS Management • Maintain recruitment dashboards with real-time data on pipeline, TAT, source mix, and hiring metrics. • Ensure accurate and updated records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or recruitment trackers. • Analyze hiring metrics to identify bottlenecks and drive process improvements. Employer Branding & Talent Pipelining • Build strong talent pipelines for niche and high-priority roles. • Support employer branding initiatives, including social media campaigns, job fairs, and campus engagement.

Key Requirements • Graduate/Postgraduate in HR or related field • 3-6 years of proven experience in core recruitment/talent acquisition • Expertise in sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates across domains • Strong knowledge of ATS, recruitment tools, and Boolean sourcing • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills • Ability to manage multiple positions and work in a fast-paced environment • Strategic mindset with an eye for talent and quality of hire

Preferred Skills • Exposure to volume and niche hiring across functions • Understanding of compensation benchmarking and offer structuring • Knowledge of labour laws and compliance related to hiring • Prior experience in Retail / E-commerce / Manufacturing / Technology domains