Talent Acquisition Specialist

We have opening for IT Company in Andheri East- Chakala

Role : Talent Acquisition Manager

Requirement

10+ years of experience in HR with major exposure in Talent Acquisition, preferably in the IT industry.

•  Identify talent needs and translate them into an agreed recruitment plan, aimed at the fulfilment of the needs within time, budget and quality constraints.
•  Develop an in-depth knowledge of the job specifications to include experience, skills and behavioral competencies needed for success in each role.
•  Conduct in-depth vacancy intake discussions leading to agreement with hiring manager on proposed recruitment plan.
•  Partner with stakeholders to understand business requirements, educate them on market dynamics and constantly evolve the recruitment process.
•  Create a hiring plan with deliverables, timelines and a formal tracking process.
•  Coordinate, Schedule and Interview candidates within the framework of the position specification. Possess strong ability to screen, interview and prepare a candidate slate within an appropriate and consistent timeline.
•  Conduct in-depth interviews of potential candidates, demonstrating ability to anticipate hiring manager preferences.
•  Identify talent needs and translate them into an agreed recruitment plan, aimed at the fulfilment of the needs within time, budget and quality constraints.
•  Develop an in-depth knowledge of the job specifications to include experience, skills and behavioral competencies needed for success in each role.
•  Conduct in-depth vacancy intake discussions leading to agreement with hiring manager on proposed recruitment plan.
•  Partner with stakeholders to understand business requirements, educate them on market dynamics and constantly evolve the recruitment process.
•  Create a hiring plan with deliverables, timelines and a formal tracking process.
•  Coordinate, Schedule and Interview candidates within the framework of the position specification. Possess strong ability to screen, interview and prepare a candidate slate within an appropriate and consistent timeline.
•  Conduct in-depth interviews of potential candidates, demonstrating ability to anticipate hiring manager preferences.
• Recommend ideas and strategies related to recruitment that will contribute to the growth of the company, implement new processes and fine-tuning standard processes for recruiting that fit within the Organization's mission to deliver high-value results to our customers.
• Participate in special projects/initiatives, including assessment of best practices in interviewing techniques, leveraging of internal sources of talent and identification of top performers for senior- level openings.
•  Build an “Employer Brand” in the Talent Market and Drive
• Improvements in the Talent Acquisition Process
•  Collaborate with marketing and communications teams for integrated branding campaigns.
•  Monitor and improve onboarding satisfaction scores and early attrition rates by tracking feedback from new recruits across.
•  Coordinate with HR operations, IT, medical admin, and business functions to ensure Day 1 readiness (system access, ID cards, induction slotting, etc.).
•  Ensure fast TAT, high-quality selection, and seamless onboarding process management.
•  Develop KPI dashboards (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, quality-of-hire, interview-to-offer ratio) and present insights into leadership.

About The Company

Opening for IT MNC Company

Role: Talent Acquisition (Specialist / Manager)

Job Location : Andheri East ( Chakala)

Exp : 4 to 12 years

Working Days: 6 Days a Week

Key Responsibilities

Desired Skills

4-12 years of experience in HR with major exposure in Talent

Acquisition, preferably in the IT industry.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources (Mandatory)

Position Name: TA Manager

Experience Min. 6+ Yrs

CTC : 30 % hike on previous package

Work Mode : 5.5 Days working

5 Days work from Office

Half day work from home

We are looking for a passionate and high-energy Talent Acquisition Manager who thrives in a fast-paced startup ecosystem. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience hiring across IT and non-IT roles

, loves solving hiring challenges creatively, and enjoys working closely with dynamic business teams to build a world-class team.

If you are someone who wants to grow fast, experiment, and own end-to-end hiring, this role is for you.

EXCITED ABOUT YOUR TASKS?

● Own and manage the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle as an Individual Contributor while overseeing team delivery across tech and non-tech roles.

● Partner with hiring managers and business stakeholders to understand role requirements, define priorities, and drive effective hiring strategies.

● Lead by example in hands-on sourcing using LinkedIn, job portals, referrals, communities, and social platforms, while guiding the team on best practices.

●Review, refine, and guide the team in creating compelling job descriptions and hiring content aligned with the company’s culture and branding.

● Conduct and oversee initial screening interviews, ensuring high standards in skills assessment, attitude, and culture fit.

● Own and monitor candidate pipelines, ATS data, and recruitment dashboards, ensuring accuracy, visibility, and performance tracking for the team.

● Manage and support the team in interview coordination, feedback closures, and offer roll outs, stepping in for escalations when needed.

●Drive and support employer branding initiatives, ensuring a consistent and positive candidate experience across all touch points.

●Operate effectively in a fast-paced environment, balancing hands-on hiring with team leadership, tight timelines, and weekend hiring drives when required.

● Stay updated on market trends, compensation benchmarks, and sourcing innovations, and coach the team to continuously improve hiring outcomes.

WHAT WILL YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

● 6+ years of experience in recruitment / TA, preferably in a startup or fast-moving environment

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● Experience hiring for both IT (developers, engineers, PMs) and

non-IT roles (marketing, operations,HR, finance, etc.)

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● Excellent communication, interpersonal, and coordination skills.

● Fast learner who can adapt quickly to evolving business needs.

● Confident, proactive, and target-driven with a “get-things-done” attitude.

●Comfortable with flexible working hours and ownership of outcomes.

● Prior experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, Naukri, or ATS tools

is an advantage.

● Graduate/Postgraduate in HR, Business Administration, or related field (preferred but not mandatory).

● Passionate about connecting the right people to the right roles.

● Self-motivated and thrives in ambiguity.

● Balances speed with quality

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●Team player with a positive and empathetic approach.

• Communicating with hiring managers to identify future job openings and the technical requirements for those jobs.
• Writing job descriptions and posting to relevant media platforms.
• Screening applicants for competency with the job requirements.
• Arranging telephone, video, or in-person interviews.
• Performing background and reference checks.
• Presenting the resumes of the most suitable candidates to the hiring manager.
• Offering job positions and completing the relevant paperwork.
• Keeping track of all applicants as well as keeping applicants informed on the application process.
• Forecasting recruitment budgets.

• A strong work ethic and sense of commitment
• Responsible for end-to-end recruitment cycle i.e., sourcing qualified candidates to deploying selected candidates with the clients.
• Understanding & analyzing the requirement of the position based on the client’s specifications.
• Experience in End-to-end recruitment: Sourcing to onboarding candidates.
• Sourcing of candidates via internet postings, networking, headhunting, and internal Database.
• Ability to source resumes quickly and work on multiple positions simultaneously Thorough screening applications for identifying quality candidates.
• Sound knowledge on Sourcing Candidates thru REDEX, Monster & various Job Sites.
• Excellent knowledge in Boolean function & usage of various job board databases.
• Foster long-term relationships with candidates and clients
• Draft job descriptions push them through all talent acquisition channels and coordinate candidate sourcing with the same.
• Doing junior to middle-level hiring for all verticals.
• Review applicants to verify if position requirements are met.
• Format resumes meeting client expectations.
• Telephonic Screening of the profiles checking for Technical Fitment, Behavioral Fitment, Stability, etc.
• Utilize your innovative and effective convincing and negotiation skills to impress and attract top talent.
• Follow up with candidates and clients and maintain records of progress.
• Craft and send personalized recruiting emails with current job openings to passive candidates.
• Keep up to date with new technological trends and products
• You need to be comfortable being an individual contributor and working in an ambiguous, chaotic, and fast-paced work environment.
• Effective negotiating skills Sourcing and attracting candidates by using databases, social media, etc
• Strong decision-making skills
• Experience in end-to-end recruitment Quick learner and a passion for bridging talent with opportunity

Job Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Telephonic Skills
• Interviewing & Negotiation skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent English Communication Written & Verbal, with very good E-Mail writing skills & etiquette.
• Professionalism
• Strong social aptitude and ability to build relationships
• Technical knowledge to be able to talk to job prospects and understand qualifications

• Understanding position requirements and the hiring function’s deliverables in depth.
• Sourcing, screening, and developing a candidate pipeline.
• Ensuring a healthy pipeline till closure, report sourcing risks upfront.
• Managing candidate expectations and negotiating compensation packages for new hires.
• Developing external contacts to stay abreast of new hiring practices and trends in the industry.
• Providing recruitment reports and metrics.
• Exposure to both tech and non tech positions across levels and experience in hiring high budget resources.
• Utilize the existing recruiting database and tools to maximize the output.
• Work with agencies to explain the hiring needs and give regular update about the candidates received on ATS.
• Work on recruiting projects to improve recruiting process efficiency.
• Maintain market intelligence on the hiring landscape and utilize this information for hiring the best talent in the firm.

Talent Management

• Provide support in the following areas: performance management, data analysis, employee relations, learning and development, and strategic development.
• Utilize data strategically: Identify trends in both qualitative and quantitative data to help improve organizational health, understand when data will assist in making informed decisions.
• Partner with team members to roll out programs to support employees on talent programs.

Requirements (Must Have):

• Comfortable working in fast-paced, high growth, dynamic business environment.
• Effective influencing and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with employees, leaders, and a variety of stakeholders to drive organizational change.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to develop relationships within the organization;
• Excellent communication skills.

• Coordinate with global hiring managers to identify staffing needs
• Determine selection criteria
• Source potential candidates through online channels (e.g. social platforms and professional networks)
• Plan interview and selection procedures, including screening calls, assessments, and in-person interviews
• Assess candidate information, including resumes and contact details, using our Applicant Tracking System
• Design job descriptions and interview questions that reflect each position’s requirements
• Lead employer branding initiatives
• Organize and attend job fairs and recruitment events
• Forecast quarterly and annual hiring needs by department
• Foster long-term relationships with past applicants and potential candidates

• Proven work experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist or similar role
• Familiarity with social media, resume databases, and professional networks (e.g. LinkedIn, Stack Overflow, and Github)
• Hands-on experience with full-cycle recruiting using various interview techniques and evaluation methods
• Knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATSs)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A keen understanding of the differences between various roles within organizations

• Verbal and non-verbal communication.
• Listening skills.
• Assertiveness.

• Understanding position requirements and the hiring function’s deliverables in depth.
• Sourcing, screening, and developing a candidate pipeline.
• Ensuring a healthy pipeline till closure, report sourcing risks upfront.
• Managing candidate expectations and negotiating compensation packages for new hires.
• Developing external contacts to stay abreast of new hiring practices and trends in the industry.
• Providing recruitment reports and metrics.
• Exposure to both tech and non-tech positions across levels and experience in hiring high-budget resources.
• Utilize the existing recruiting database and tools to maximize the output.
• Work with agencies to explain the hiring needs and give regular updates about the candidates received on ATS.
• Work on recruiting projects to improve recruiting process efficiency.
• Maintain market intelligence on the hiring landscape and utilize this information for hiring the best talent in the firm.

Talent Management

• Provide support in the following areas: performance management, data analysis, employee relations, learning and development, and strategic development.
• Utilize data strategically: Identify trends in both qualitative and quantitative data to help improve organizational health, understand when data will assist in making informed decisions.
• Partner with team members to roll out programs to support employees on talent programs.

Requirements (Must Have):

• Comfortable working in the fast-paced, high-growth, dynamic business environment.
• Effective influencing and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with employees, leaders, and a variety of stakeholders to drive organizational change.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to develop relationships within the organization;
• Excellent communication skills.

• Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification with 2+ years of professional experience in Talent Acquisition.
• 2+ years experience in full lifecycle recruiting in the IT industry.
• An expert level of knowledge in all full lifecycle recruiting components including, sourcing, qualifying, networking, assessing, legal, job analysis, wage and salary trends, relationship management, and due diligence.
• Detailed analysis of the JD - to understand the client's requirement thoroughly.
• Sourcing and screening of valid profiles.
• Ensuring SLAs are met for providing the validated profiles.
• Basic Excel Skills like Vlookup, Pivot, and PPT skills
• Maintaining a detailed tracker and Scheduling the shortlisted profiles for an interview and ensuring regular following up.
• Candidate Selection offers negotiation and follow-up with joining to ensure the onboarding.
• Must be able to manage competing demands, accept generous and constructive feedback, while being extremely adaptable and flexible. 
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.

• Work closely with Hiring Managers to plan and close all assignments in the stipulated time frame.
• Develop a strong pipeline of high-caliber talent for all current and anticipated demands.
• Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with internal clients, vendors, and other team members to create a partnership that yields success, predictable results, and credibility.
• Managing the selection, offers, negotiation, closing, and administrative components of the recruitment process.
• Manage mid and senior-level hiring
• Sourcing through various sourcing channels, candidate management, stakeholder management. 
• Deliver high-quality work in a high-paced, dynamic work environment consistently by managing time and effort
• Taking initiative to complete unanticipated, and verifying the completeness of your own work
• Deliver high-quality results in a timely manner, individually and through others; initiate action and accomplish goals across a wide range of teams and projects in the face of multiple demands, grow professionally by actively staying up-to-date in areas of expertise.
• Hands-on experience and in-depth understanding of various technologies
• Hands on experience in excel reporting and analyses