Associate Manager - Talent Acquisition

Job Title: Associate Manager – Talent Acquisition

Job Overview

The Associate Manager – Talent Acquisition will play a critical role in leading the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle, developing effective hiring strategies, and managing a team of recruiters to meet organizational talent needs. This position requires a strategic mindset, strong leadership, and a passion for building high-performing teams in the education sector.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving talent acquisition initiatives that align with business goals, ensuring a seamless recruitment process, and fostering a strong employer brand.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Recruitment Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract high-quality candidates across academic, technical, and business roles.
• Collaborate with senior management to forecast hiring needs in alignment with organizational expansion and academic calendars.
• Analyze talent market trends and competitor hiring practices to refine recruitment approaches.
• Design and execute innovative sourcing methods, including campus hiring, social media recruitment, and digital campaigns.

2. Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of recruiters and talent acquisition specialists.
• Allocate workloads effectively to ensure timely and efficient hiring across departments.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, provide training, and enhance recruiter productivity through process optimization.
• Foster a collaborative and target-driven team culture.

3. Recruitment Operations

• Oversee the full recruitment cycle—from requisition to onboarding—for all levels of roles.
• Ensure adherence to defined SLAs (Turnaround Time, Quality of Hire, and Offer-to-Join Ratio).
• Implement structured interview processes and competency-based assessment frameworks.
• Maintain a strong talent pipeline for recurring and critical positions.

4. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with department heads and academic leadership to understand role requirements and define candidate profiles.
• Provide data-driven insights and regular hiring reports to management.
• Work closely with HR Business Partners to ensure smooth candidate onboarding and alignment with organizational culture.

5. Employer Branding & Campus Engagement

• Drive employer branding initiatives through social media, job fairs, and campus recruitment programs.
• Build partnerships with leading colleges, universities, and training institutions for talent outreach.
• Represent the organization at educational and career events to strengthen brand visibility.

6. Data Management & Analytics

• Track recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, source effectiveness) and present analytical insights.
• Utilize ATS and HRMS tools to streamline recruitment workflows.
• Maintain accurate candidate databases and ensure compliance with organizational policies and data privacy norms.

Qualifications & Skills Required:

• Education: Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience: 5–8 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with at least 2–3 years in a team-leading role, preferably in the education or EdTech sector.
• Proven experience managing large-scale recruitment drives and building recruitment strategies.
• Strong understanding of academic and business hiring trends within the education industry.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), HRMS tools, and recruitment analytics.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with tight deadlines.

Language Proficiency:

• Mandatory: English and Malayalam (spoken and written)
• Preferred: Tamil and Hindi

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking & Planning
• Leadership & Team Management
• Result Orientation
• Analytical & Decision-Making Skills
• Relationship Management
• Process Orientation
• Adaptability & Continuous Improvement

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ₹480,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person