Lead Talent Acquisition

Role: Lead Talent Acquisition

Experience: 17+ years

Reporting to: Head of Talent Acquisition

Work Mode: Hybrid (Mumbai / Bangalore)

Key Expectations:

• Preferred background: Services or Analytics industry.

• Should be able to operate independently without a clearly defined roadmap.

• Must be proactive in picking up work and driving outcomes with minimal

supervision.

• Experience handling large-scale hiring: 1000–1500 hires per year.

• Will lead a team of TA Managers; TA Managers will in turn lead recruiters.

• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills — must be able to

About Us: Fractal is a leading provider of AI and advanced analytics solutions,

helping global Fortune 500 companies enhance decision-making processes.

Recognized for innovation, Fractal offers a collaborative and inclusive work culture

that fosters growth and development.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic, results-driven Lead - Talent Acquisition to

spearhead our hiring strategy for the Engineering vertical. In this role, you will play a

pivotal part in shaping the future of our engineering teams in India. If you're a

seasoned talent acquisition professional with a proven track record in the IT industry

and experience leading teams, we want you to help us build a world-class talent

pool. This is a strategic leadership position that requires a balance of big-picture

thinking and hands-on execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead & Inspire: Manage and mentor a team of 2-3 team leaders and

recruiters, ensuring alignment with business priorities and fostering an

environment of growth and excellence.

• Strategic Vision: Develop and execute innovative talent acquisition

strategies tailored to engineering roles across India, driving growth and

scaling initiatives.

• Standardize & Optimize: Design and implement best-in-class recruiting

practices, enhancing consistency and efficiency in our hiring processes.

• External Partnerships: Build and manage relationships with key external

providers and agencies to meet our diverse hiring needs.

• Continuous Improvement: Lead projects aimed at optimizing recruitment

processes, leveraging data-driven insights to boost hiring outcomes and

operational efficiency.

• Align with Business: Work closely with department heads and leadership to

ensure recruitment efforts are tightly aligned with organizational goals.

• Market Competitiveness: Stay on top of industry trends and ensure

competitive compensation for new roles, maintaining market parity and

attracting top talent.

• Mentorship & Coaching: Provide ongoing coaching and development to

team leaders and recruiters, helping them unlock their full potential and

enhance performance.

Qualifications:

• 12-15 years of experience in talent acquisition, with at least 5-7 years in a

leadership or management role.

• Strong expertise in recruiting for IT and engineering roles, with a deep

understanding of the technical landscape.

• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and

relationship-building skills.

• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute tactically with a

hands-on approach.

• Proficiency in recruiting software, tools, and best practices.

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data to drive decisions

and process improvements.

• A proactive leader with a passion for mentorship, coaching, and team

development.