Sr Talent Acquisition Specialist

Position - Recruiter & HR

About the role

Identify qualified Tech & Non-tech candidate profiles using various sourcing techniques

Proactively interact with potential candidates through various job portals, social media, and professional networks (e.g. LinkedIn, Indeed, Angle list)

Work directly with the founders and develop talent pipelines for future hiring needs and strategic roles

Ensuring a good candidate experience during the recruitment process

As our first HR hire, be responsible for some of the other early stage HR functions (Onboarding & Policies).

What are we looking for?

3-5+ years working in the early stage startups or similar organizations

You are a self-starter and can make decisions on your feet with minimal supervision, end-to-end ownership to drive outcomes.

You possess deep employee empathy

We are location agnostic, but in the same time zone (India). We have a small garden office @ Jayanagar, Bangalore (home to some of the best dosas in India) to jam together on anything that requires space.

You are somebody who shares the same ethos.

Bonus

You've an interest in EdTech & learning.

You have interests outside work, in art, music, cooking, dance or any other similar skill.

What is our interview process?

An initial 30 min call to understand each other at a high level.

Work on a case study or assignment together to ensure a good match.

As a Assistant Manager - Talent Acquisition , you will be responsible for overseeing the entire recruitment process and ensuring the acquisition of top-quality candidates to meet the organization's talent needs. You will collaborate with hiring managers and executives to understand staffing requirements, develop effective recruitment strategies, and build a strong pipeline of qualified candidates. This role requires exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of talent acquisition best practices, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, job requirements, and candidate profiles for various positions within the organization.
2. Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract and engage a diverse pool of high-quality candidates.
3. Utilize various sourcing channels, such as job boards, social media, professional networks, and employee referrals, to identify potential candidates.
4. Review resumes, conduct interviews, and assess candidates' qualifications, skills, and cultural fit for the organization.
5. Conduct reference checks and background screenings to verify candidates' credentials and employment history.
6. Actively participate in job fairs, industry events, and networking activities to promote the organization and build relationships with potential candidates.
7. Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, interview coordination, offer negotiation, and onboarding.
8. Provide guidance and support to hiring managers on interviewing techniques, candidate evaluation, and selection decisions.
9. Develop and maintain strong relationships with external recruiting agencies, universities, and other talent sources.
10. Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and best practices in talent acquisition, and make recommendations for process improvements and innovative recruitment strategies.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
2. Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Manager or a similar role, preferably in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
3. Solid understanding of recruitment principles, practices, and strategies.
4. Demonstrated experience in full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, interviewing, and candidate evaluation.
5. Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS), HRIS, and other recruitment software.
6. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and external partners.
7. Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
8. Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
9. Ability to adapt to changing business needs and thrive in a high-pressure environment.
10. Someone with relevant non-IT hiring experience is preferred.

● Pan India internal recruitment.

● Responsible for all interview processes.

● Manage recruitment cycle.

● Conduct all interviews virtual/Face-to-face and coordinate with the sales & operations team.

● Source candidates using a variety of search methods to build a robust candidate pipeline

● Screen candidates by reviewing resumes and job applications, and performing phone screenings.

● Manage onboarding and new hire process.

● Stay abreast of recruiting trends and best practices.

● Manage the overall interview, selection, and closing process to ensure all screening, hiring, and selection are done according to employment laws and regulations

● Coordinating with the Hiring Manager. 

• Training and Development

We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Executive for a Bangalore-based B2B Grocery E-commerce platform.

Our client is an ISO-certified tech and data analytics company specializing in B2B grocery e-Commerce platforms delivering better lives. The company has a direct tie-up with leading FMCG brands, making it convenient for traditional grocery retailers to source a wide assortment at low prices through a single app, instead of interacting with salesmen of multiple brands.

Job Profile:

• Client onboarding and engagement.
• Analyzing requirements and creating job descriptions.
• Managing and efficiently utilizing job boards.
• Ensuring quality recruitment and selection within agreed TAT.
• Individually contributing toward closing key requirements.
  
  

• 3-4 years of recruitment experience
• Experience in Non-IT recruitment is a must
• Hands-on experience with optimally utilizing ATS and other recruitment software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Immediate joiner

Fixed Pay + Variables

• Knowledge on recruitment cycle.
• Knowledge on job portals like Naukri, linkedin etc.
• Good written and verbal communications.
• MBA-HR is a must

• Handling recruitment cycle for both technical as well as non-technical roles
• Understanding the hiring requirements from various hiring managers
• Sourcing potential candidates through various platforms, efficiently
• Screening the profiles based on the requirement specified
• Evaluating applications and screening candidates via calls or emails
• Scheduling interviews for shortlisted candidates with the concerned business units
• Following-up and ensuring that the offer letter/ appointment letter is released to the selected candidates on-time
• Following-up on collecting relevant and necessary documents from the candidates who are shortlisted
• Ensuring that the shortlisted candidates are on-boarded on-time and the hiring requirement is closed
• Acting as a point of contact for the shortlisted candidates and building professional candidate relationships during the selection process
• Working closely with internal stakeholders such as internal teams and external stakeholders such as vendors
• Maintaining and updating recruitment database and reporting the same to the management in regular intervals

Desired Candidate Profile

• Graduation is a must
• 2 – 4 years of relevant work experience in the entire recruitment cycle
• Knowledge and work experience in recruiting for both technical as well as non-technical roles
• Ability to multi-task and exceptional ability to source, screen and interview candidates
• Excellent communicating, listening and negotiating skills