Director (Faculty Hiring)

Role Overview: You will be responsible for managing the entire faculty recruitment process at Ashoka University, from identifying needs to onboarding new hires. As the Talent Acquisition Head for Faculty Hiring, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing recruitment strategies, managing the hiring team, and ensuring a positive candidate experience. Your focus will also be on building strong candidate pipelines, analyzing recruitment metrics, and collaborating with stakeholders to align hiring with the university's goals. Key Responsibilities: - Strategic Planning and Implementation: - Work closely with department heads and academic stakeholders to understand faculty hiring needs - Develop and implement recruitment strategies, including sourcing plans and job descriptions - Manage the recruitment budget effectively - Recruitment Process Management: - Identify and attract qualified candidates through various channels - Manage the candidate experience from initial contact to offer acceptance - Oversee the interview process and evaluate candidates - Team Management and Performance: - Manage and mentor the recruitment team - Monitor and evaluate team performance - Analyze recruitment data to identify trends - Collaboration and Communication: - Collaborate with department heads and stakeholders - Communicate recruitment policies and procedures effectively - Ensure the availability of marketing collateral to share an overview of the university - External Relations & Branding: - Build and enhance Ashoka University's reputation within the global academic and research community - Develop targeted outreach strategies and engage with external stakeholders - Reporting: - Prepare regular reports on recruitment activities and metrics Qualifications Required: - Educational Background: Undergraduate or masters degree from top-tier institutions in business, human resources, or related field - Professional Experience: 10 to 18 years in talent management with team management responsibilities - Networking and Relationship Building: Exceptional ability to network and attract top candidates - Communication and Presentation Skills: Strong capability to articulate and present ideas effectively - Strategic Planning: Advanced planning and organizational skills About the Company: Ashoka University is a leading institution with a diverse community of students and faculty. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. With a focus on growth and impact, the university is dedicated to building an outstanding institution and fostering academic excellence. For more information about Ashoka University, visit https://www.ashoka.edu.in/ (Note: Compensation details are not provided in the provided job description),