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JD: Head of Talent Acquisition - Chennai (IT Services & Consulting) Job Overview Budget: ₹24–30 LPA (Annual CTC) Company: IT Services & Consulting Location: Chennai, India Experience: 12–15 years in Talent Acquisition (IT/Tech) Reports to: MD, India Job Type: Hybrid (4 days from office) About the Client GoodHiresOnly is partnering with an award-winning consultancy (HQ. London, UK) specializing in Digital Transformation, DevOps, Cloud, Integration, Automation, and Low-Code Application Development. With a strong presence in the UK, India, and worldwide, the company partners with leading organizations—especially in banking, telecom, and large enterprises—to deliver innovative, enterprise-wide solutions that drive IT efficiency and business growth. Role Summary The Head of Talent Acquisition (based out of Chennai office) will lead the end-to-end talent acquisition strategy, ensuring the organization attracts, hires, and retains top talent to support rapid business growth. This is a senior leadership role responsible for building and scaling the TA function, driving process excellence, and strengthening the employer brand globally. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in IT/tech hiring, a strategic mindset, and a passion for building high-performing teams. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Talent Planning Develop and execute scalable, data-driven talent acquisition strategies aligned with business goals and future workforce needs. Partner with leadership to forecast talent requirements and build robust workforce plans. Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) across all hiring initiatives. Team Leadership Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing Talent Acquisition team, setting clear KPIs and driving accountability. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. End-to-End Recruitment Oversight Oversee full-cycle hiring for mid to senior-level and leadership roles across departments, ensuring an exceptional candidate experience. Personally own critical and niche searches as needed. Stakeholder & Vendor Management Build strong partnerships with business leaders, hiring managers, and external recruitment partners/agencies. Manage relationships with job boards, recruitment platforms, and universities. Process Excellence & Reporting Continuously optimize recruitment workflows, leveraging technology and automation to improve efficiency and candidate experience. Monitor and report on key recruitment metrics (TAT, cost-per-hire, offer-to-join ratio) and provide actionable insights to leadership. Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies. Employer Branding & Talent Marketing Drive employer branding and talent marketing initiatives across digital channels, campuses, and industry events. Organize and represent the company at hiring events, job fairs, and campus recruitment drives. Develop compelling content and campaigns to position the company as an employer of choice. Talent Pipeline & Succession Build and nurture talent pipelines for critical and future roles, supporting succession planning and talent development initiatives. Requirements & Qualifications 12–15 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, ideally in IT/Tech services. Proven success in designing and executing large-scale recruitment strategies and managing high-volume and niche hiring. Deep expertise in using modern recruitment tools, ATS/HRMS platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Ceipal, Naukri), and data analytics. Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing recruitment teams. Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills. Experience with employer branding, talent marketing, and campus hiring. Exposure to global hiring, startup, or high-growth environments is an advantage. Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) are a plus. Why Join? Lead the talent acquisition strategy for a growing, award-winning digital transformation consultancy. Opportunity to build and scale a high-impact recruitment team. Collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work environment. Note: This job description outlines the general nature and scope of work for this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required of employees in this position. For any further queries, get in touch with us at faisal@goodhiresonly.com Show more Show less
