Recruitment Specialist

Review Criteria:

Mandatory:

• Strong Technical Recruiter profile
• Must have 7+ years of experience in end to end recruitment (sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer negotiation, joining etc)
• Must have 4+ years of experience in tech recruitment across different tech roles
• Strong grasp of technical concepts and ability to evaluate candidate fit for different technical roles
• Must have experience of analyzing data to improve hiring funnel, take data-driven hiring decisions
• Must be proficient in advanced sourcing techniques such as Boolean search, social media recruiting, and referral programs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills — should be articulate, confident, and well-spoken in interactions
• Product companies
• This is an IC role

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, or a related field

Role & Responsibilities:

The company’s Human Resources team plays a critical role in enabling business growth by building high-performing, mission-driven teams across geographies. As a people-first organization, we are focused on attracting, developing, and retaining top talent while creating an engaging and inclusive employee experience.

As a Senior Technical Recruiter, you will own end-to-end hiring for technology roles. You will partner closely with technology leaders to understand evolving workforce needs, build strong talent pipelines, and deliver high-quality hiring outcomes. This role requires a strong understanding of technology roles, proactive sourcing capabilities, and the ability to influence stakeholders while strengthening company’s employer brand.

What you will be expected to do:

• Own and manage the full recruitment lifecycle for technology and IT roles, from sourcing to offer management and onboarding support.
• Partner with technology leaders to understand hiring priorities, role requirements, and future talent needs.
• Design and execute effective sourcing strategies, leveraging online platforms, professional networks, referrals, and offline channels.
• Conduct initial screening and structured interviews using technical, behavioural, and competency-based assessment methods.
• Coordinate and manage interview processes, ensuring a smooth and positive candidate experience.
• Review employment applications and background verification reports to ensure compliance with hiring standards.
• Act as a trusted advisor to candidates, providing clarity on role expectations, compensation, benefits, and work culture.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with active and passive talent pools.
• Track and report on key talent acquisition metrics, including time-to-hire, source effectiveness, and pipeline health.
• Stay abreast of market trends, emerging technologies, and competitor hiring practices to strengthen hiring strategies.
• Analyse and improve hiring and candidate experience through surveys, feedbacks, etc.

Ideal Candidate:

• 7 to 10 years of overall recruitment experience, with 4-7 years focused on technical/IT hiring.
• Good understanding of technology roles and the ability to assess and articulate technical requirements.
• Hands-on experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and resume databases.
• Good analytical skills, including market mapping, talent research, and data-driven hiring decisions.
• Proficiency in advanced sourcing techniques such as Boolean search, social media recruiting, and referral programs.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence both candidates and hiring managers.
• High levels of ownership, self-motivation, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, or a related field (preferred).

Perks, Benefits and Work Culture:

• Because we are a high-growth global enterprise, and because we prefer to promote successful employees internally, Greenlight Planet offers opportunities for flexible assignments and rapid international career progression as well as a competitive salary and a fun, supportive work environment. Our Creative team, headquartered in Nairobi, is an innovative team, operating in a stimulating atmosphere where our only measure is in the results we deliver.
• Greenlight Planet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, HIV/Aids, disability or any other protected characteristic as established by law. If you are a committed, passionate professional who wants to become part of a compelling social venture that is redefining energy access in Asia and Africa for the underserved, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the full recruitment lifecycle for mid‑to‑senior roles across IT and non‑IT functions, partnering closely with hiring managers to understand priorities and deliver great hires.
• Proactively source beyond job boards using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, employee referrals, talent communities, and other advanced sourcing approaches to build a strong and diverse pipeline.
• Screen and interview candidates to assess technical skills, potential, and cultural fit, providing clear and constructive feedback to candidates and hiring teams.
• Maintain an accurate, well‑managed pipeline in our ATS to ensure timely follow‑ups and that no candidate falls through the cracks.
• Champion an excellent candidate experience at every stage by communicating clearly, respectfully, and promptly.

What We're Looking For

• 4–10 years of hands‑on, end‑to‑end recruitment experience across IT and non‑IT hiring (or equivalent experience). We welcome applicants with diverse and non‑traditional career paths.
• Proven ability to close hard‑to‑fill roles while managing timelines and stakeholder expectations.
• Comfortable using LinkedIn Recruiter, Naukri, and other sourcing platforms and tools; skilled in advanced search techniques.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence hiring decisions and provide constructive pushback when needed.
• Highly organized, self‑driven, and able to manage multiple open mandates while prioritizing effectively.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred but not required—equivalent practical experience will be considered.

Why Join Us

• Fast‑tracked growth opportunities with clear potential to move into team leadership as you scale your impact.
• Access to modern ATS platforms, premium sourcing tools, and processes that help you be effective and efficient.
• Work on diverse and challenging mandates across industries and seniority levels, expanding your experience and network.
• Performance‑based incentives tied directly to your results, and a transparent path for advancement with mentorship from experienced hiring leaders.
• A collaborative, respectful environment that values your contributions and supports continuous learning.
• We are committed to inclusive hiring and welcome candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.

Job Title: HR Trainee

Location: Pune - WFO

Employment Type: Internship

Duration: 6 Months

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the end-to-end recruitment process (job posting, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, etc.)
• Support the onboarding process for new hires, including documentation and induction programs
• Maintain and update employee records in HR databases and files
• Assist in drafting HR policies, notices, and internal communication
• Support payroll and attendance management activities
• Coordinate employee engagement activities and events
• Help in compliance-related documentation and audits
• Handle day-to-day HR queries from employees and escalate when necessary

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic knowledge of HR functions and labor laws (preferred, not mandatory)
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Ideal opportunity for freshers to kickstart their HR career.

What We Offer:

• Practical exposure to core HR functions
• Mentorship from experienced HR professionals
• Opportunity to learn and grow into a full-time HR role
• Friendly and supportive work environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare the most effective sourcing approach and plan based on the final requirements, including sourcing platforms, acquisition pitch, acquisition funnel, etc.
• Drive the sourcing efforts and ensure the right quality of candidates are sourced based on the requirements and within the committed timelines.
• Communicate role specifications and terms to the candidates clearly and transparently.
• Drive negotiations with the candidates and help resolve their queries and concerns effectively.
• Communicate any specific requests or modifications required by the candidate to the Engagement Manager proactively.
• Ensure a clear track of progress, transparency, and coordination within the Expert team.
• Screen applicants on call to ensure they meet the necessary technical qualifications and requirements for the respective roles.
• Evaluate candidates' technical skills, knowledge, and abilities based on the job description.
• Provide constructive feedback and maintain detailed records of candidates' technical evaluations, feedback, and assessment outcomes.
• Generate regular reports on sourcing activities and other relevant data points.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in technical screening methodologies.
• Continuously refine and optimize the technical sourcing process to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and candidate experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversight of recruitment delivery and operations. Partner closely with the business teams to ensure sourcing and hiring strategies are aligned with People’s strategies.
• Use industry knowledge and experience to identify and attract the best talent in technical or business baseline.
• Determining current hiring needs and producing forecasts
• Develop a sustainable talent acquisition and hiring plans and strategies 
• Create, organize, and implement new and enhanced recruiting and selection processes/tools to drive efficiency and improve the quality of hires
• Develop and oversee innovative sourcing strategies to attract talent from non-traditional and/or diverse talent pools
• Actively leverage a network/user group base to promote the brand and tap into potential talent. 
• Plan procedures for improving the candidate experience
• Suggest measures for improving employee retention 

The ideal candidate must have-

• At least 6+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition or similar TA role - Experience in Tech hiring is a big plus.
• Experience in hiring for Start-ups is a must.
• In-depth knowledge of full-cycle recruiting and sourcing.
• Experience with HRIS, ATS, Sourcing and Recruitment Marketing tools

Responsibilities:

Strategic Talent Planning:

Collaborate with leadership to understand business goals and workforce needs.

Develop and implement a strategic talent acquisition plan aligned with organizational objectives.

Full-Cycle Recruitment:

Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selecting candidates.

Conduct thorough candidate assessments to ensure a strong cultural fit and alignment with job requirements.

Team Leadership:

Lead and mentor a team of recruiters, providing guidance and support in achieving recruitment goals.

Conduct regular training sessions to enhance the team's skills and knowledge.

Employer Branding:

Develop and promote the organization's employer brand to attract top talent.

Utilize various channels to showcase the company culture and values.

Sourcing Strategies:

Implement creative sourcing strategies to attract passive and active candidates.

Build and maintain a pipeline of potential candidates for current and future hiring needs.

Collaboration with Hiring Managers:

Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and requirements.

Provide guidance on best practices, market trends, and talent acquisition strategies.

Candidate Experience:

Ensure a positive and seamless candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

Gather feedback from candidates to continuously improve recruitment processes.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

Utilize recruitment metrics and analytics to track and report on the effectiveness of talent acquisition efforts.

Make data-driven recommendations for process improvements.

Vendor Management:

Manage relationships with external recruitment agencies and other vendors.

Screening the resumes and selecting a big number for the first round of interview

Scheduling the shortlisted candidates for further rounds with line managers

Managing various profiles and updating the candidate tracker

Creating and managing databases of employee information, including contact details and employment forms

• Handle end to end recruitment activities - starting from job posting, talent sourcing, prescreening, assessment, interview, offer management and onboarding process for the assigned hiring requisition alongside ensuring best in class candidate and Hiring Leader experience.
• Working with members of the senior leadership team, management and candidates to identify and attract talent.
• Handle stakeholder relationships and drive the recruitment processes, which includes talent branding, sourcing strategies and overall recruitment related responsibilities.
• Manage relationships with external resources such as recruiting agencies as needed.
• Regular communication with hiring managers to discuss candidates and drive the recruitment process
• Understand business, hiring leaders’ needs and delivering value by crafting right solutions.
• Execute sourcing strategy and talent pipelining for hiring across all levels to source top talent through social media, job boards, Internet sourcing, and Employee Referral Program & Internal job posts.

• He should hire marketing candidates in his district both physically and digitally.
• He will recruit potential candidates for Block Sales Manager and District Sales Manager.
• He will physically screen, verify and scrutinize prospective candidates on field and then forward the same to the company’s HR cell if found eligible.
• He shall be responsible to make them aware of their job role and responsibilities.
• He shall be responsible to send eligible candidates to this office through the HR Coordinators.
• Other Field recruitment processes as and when instructed.