Associate Consultant – R&D Hiring

Job Title: Associate Consultant - R&D Hiring

Location: Noida, Sector 4
Experience: 2 - 4 years
Industry/Function Focus: R&D | Engineering | Design | Systems | Software | Quality
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About Us

We are part of Antal International Network, a Global Executive Recruitment Business with over 25 years of industry presence, headquartered in London with 130+ offices worldwide and 40+ across India.
We specialize in middle to senior-level hiring across industries and are known for our deep market expertise, global reach, and collaborative culture.

Role Overview

We are looking for a passionate Associate Consultant - R&D Hiring to join our Noida office.
This role focuses on hiring Design Engineers, Systems Engineers, Software Engineers, and Design Quality Engineers for R&D and Engineering teams across Medical Devices, Automotive, Aerospace, and Consumer Durable industries.

You'll be part of a highly productive and profitable desk, working directly with clients and candidates to build high-performing engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Recruitment: Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for R&D roles - sourcing, screening, interviewing, and closing candidates.
• Market Research & Mapping: Develop a deep understanding of R&D functions, organizational structures, and talent pools.
• Talent Sourcing: Identify and engage top engineering talent through headhunting, networking, and social media platforms (LinkedIn, Naukri, etc.).
• Client Interaction: Liaise with hiring managers and technical leads to understand role specifications and align candidate profiles accordingly.
• CRM & Database Management: Use Antal's in-house CRM effectively to manage candidate pipelines, build marketing campaigns, and track performance.
• Lead Generation & Business Development: Leverage candidate and market interactions to generate new client leads within the R&D domain.
• Networking & Branding: Participate in online communities, recruitment forums, and social media activities to strengthen brand presence and attract niche talent.

Required Skills & Experience

• 2-4 years of experience in technical or R&D recruitment, preferably in product or engineering companies.
• Strong understanding of roles in Design, Systems, Software, Verification & Validation, and Quality Engineering.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build long-term relationships.
• Strong analytical thinking and an ability to understand complex job requirements.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, performance-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate or Postgraduate in Engineering, HR, or related fields.
• MBA or equivalent qualification preferred but not mandatory.

What You'll Gain

• Global exposure through one of the world's leading executive recruitment firms.
• A rewarding, high-performance culture with attractive incentives and recognition.
• Career progression and mentorship through Antal's global knowledge-sharing network.
• Access to industry-first Certification Programs designed to elevate your recruitment expertise.
• An intellectually stimulating environment that encourages collaboration and learning.

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