Talent Acquisition Associate

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Technical Recruiter to join client's Talent Acquisition team. This is an Individual Contributor role where you will partner closely with hiring managers to hire top engineering talent across multiple product teams.

You should have experience hiring for software engineering positions in a fast-paced product organization and be comfortable working with global stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end technical hiring.
• Partner with Engineering Managers and Business Leaders.
• Build sourcing strategies for niche engineering talent.
• Manage candidate pipelines and interview processes.
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience.
• Meet monthly hiring goals while maintaining quality.
• Drive recruitment metrics and hiring efficiency.
• Work closely with US-based stakeholders.

Required Skills

• 5-8 years of Technical Recruitment experience.
• Experience hiring Software Engineers, Backend, Frontend, Full Stack, DevOps, Data, QA, SRE and Product roles.
• Currently working with a US-based Product Technology company.
• Strong sourcing capability using LinkedIn Recruiter, job portals and networking.
• Experience partnering with global hiring managers.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of recruitment metrics.
• Proven ability to consistently deliver 5+ hires per month.

Job Title: Delivery Account Lead – US IT Recruitment

Location: Trichy, Tamil Nadu (Onsite)

Company: VDart Inc.

Experience: 9 – 12 Years

Employment Type: Full-Time

 About VDart Inc.

VDart Inc. is a leading global IT staffing and solutions firm with a presence across the United States, Canada, and India. We support Fortune 500 clients across a wide range of industries, providing top-tier IT talent through scalable and efficient delivery models. As we continue to grow, we are hiring a Delivery Account Lead to head strategic account delivery operations.

Position Summary

The Delivery Account Lead – US IT Recruitment will be responsible for managing end-to-end recruitment delivery, team leadership, and client engagement for key strategic accounts. This role is a critical leadership position that demands strong experience in managing VMS clients, high-volume delivery, team performance, and SLAs.

Key Responsibilities

·      Own delivery for multiple high-value US-based client accounts across industries and technologies.

·      Lead, mentor, and manage a team of recruiters to drive consistent performance and quality.

·      Collaborate with Account Managers to align delivery strategy with client expectations.

·      Ensure fulfillment of job requisitions through proactive sourcing, screening, and submission processes.

·      Analyze delivery metrics, provide weekly and monthly performance reporting, and drive continuous improvement.

·      Develop and implement best practices for recruitment operations, candidate engagement, and submission quality.

·      Manage escalations, compliance, and contract negotiations as needed.

Required Skills & Experience

·      9 to 12 years of extensive experience in US IT Recruitment delivery and team leadership.

·      Proven ability to manage VMS/MSP accounts with a strong understanding of hiring models: W2, C2C, and 1099.

·      Strong sourcing background using platforms like Dice, Monster, CareerBuilder, and LinkedIn Recruiter.

·      Deep knowledge of ATS and recruitment reporting tools, and ability to use data to guide decisions.

·      Exceptional communication, people management, and client handling skills.

·      Hands-on experience in working with enterprise accounts, meeting tight SLAs, and large-scale ramp-ups.

·      Willing to work full-time onsite at our Trichy VDart GCC office

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.

Have a good understanding and experience in IT Recruitment

Experience handling Vendor Management

Co-ordination with the Client for their requirement

Co-ordination, sorting, and sourcing, candidates as per Client’s requirements

Mailing and coordination

Crafting recruiting emails to attract passive candidates.

Design and update job descriptions

Screen incoming resumes and applications and forms

Source and recruit candidates by using databases, social media, etc.

C2H Role - 6 months

• Act as a point of contact and build influential candidate relationships during the selection process.
• The candidate will be responsible to handle the entire cycle of recruitment and selection under the guidance of Head - HR inclusive of the following but not limiting to:.
• Source/ Screen candidates from job portals and other forums.
• Must have Good Communication Skills
• Freshers may apply

• Handling Recruitment functionalities.
• Work on search engines like Naukri and Monster and hire candidates.
• Short listing resumes from search engines and references.
• Joining formalities
• Lining up of candidates for the Interviews.
• Performing Reference Check for selected employees.
• Coordinating with candidates & the technical panel for scheduling the interviews.

Are you convinced that the people are the most invaluable part of all organizations? Are you interested in becoming a part of one of the hottest trends in the world of start-ups today? Are you excited about joining the online ultra-fast grocery delivery service business pioneer and driving the trend forward? Then this may be the right opportunity for you.

1. Scour the ends of planet earth in search of solid personalities and technical skill sets that will flourish within Blok.
2. Act as a brand ambassador for Blok. Strive to provide a candidate experience that is not Blok-centric, but rather candidate-centric. We may not work with all candidates, but all should have positive impressions about Blok.
3. Evaluate candidates within their own unique context. Always bear in mind that people have their own unique stories.
4. Not be limited by our current ways of sourcing candidates. Find new ways. Create them if necessary. Widen the range whenever possible.
5. Work together with interviewers from the technology team to accurately determine candidates’ technical expertise.
6. Travel (Covid-permitting!) to places that become major sources of recruitment, both to conduct real-time interviews and follow-up with onboarded talents.
   Requirements

1. English is an absolute must. An increasing percentage of our candidates use English as their language of preference.
2. Energy. Quickly absorb Blok's unique energy, and exert that energy in your communication with potential recruits. You are, after all, an outward-facing representative of Blok, a startup that is a pioneer in the ultra-fast grocery delivery industry.
3. Resilience, because often you’ll get hyped about a potential candidate, but for one of many valid reasons, it may not work out. Remember that matching job-seekers with employers is after all a rather complicated matching process.
4. We should know the rules to win the war for talent. Bear in mind legislative processes and cross-cultural differences.
5. Previous background in talent acquisition, especially in early-stage technology-first startups would be a strong advantage.
6. The ability to evaluate technical skills is preferred, but not an absolute requirement.
   
   Who You Are

1. A visionary, who is invested in the vision of making Blok a world-class, people-centric organization.
2. An empath, who sees the success of their organization and its people as their own success.
3. A perpetual learner, who stretches their boundaries and enjoys new ideas.
4. A doer, who takes initiative regardless of boundaries and works well in a team.

• Should have a good understand of IT skillsets
• Should have worked on mandates across various technical requirements
• Should have hands on experience in using job portals like Naukri, Monster, LinkedIn, Cutshort
• Should be willing to work in a recruitment consultancy
• Should be willing to work in a target driven environment.