Manager - Talent Acquisition

Job Description

Role & responsibilities As a Manager Talent Acquisition, you will lead the recruitment process for leadership and strategic roles while overseeing a team of recruiters. You will collaborate with hiring managers and senior stakeholders to ensure the acquisition of high-caliber talent to meet organizational needs. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and proven experience in leadership hiring and team management. You will play a key role in developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies in alignment with organizational goals. Leadership Hiring: Drive end-to-end recruitment for leadership and strategic roles across the organization. Collaborate with hiring managers and senior stakeholders to define role requirements and candidate profiles. Develop and maintain a talent pipeline for leadership roles through proactive sourcing, networking, and engagement. Team Management: Lead, mentor, and guide a team of recruiters to ensure high performance and professional growth. Monitor team performance, provide regular feedback, and ensure adherence to recruitment best practices. Strategic Recruitment Planning: Develop and execute innovative talent acquisition strategies to attract high-quality candidates. Align recruitment plans with organizational goals, ensuring timely fulfillment of staffing needs. Sourcing and Outreach: Utilize multiple sourcing channels, including job boards, social media, employee referrals, and industry networks, to identify top candidates. Engage in proactive outreach to build relationships with passive candidates and industry leaders. Process Management: Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including job postings, interviews, candidate assessments, offer negotiation, and onboarding coordination. Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner closely with the Talent Acquisition Lead, hiring managers, and HR teams to ensure alignment on hiring priorities and expectations. Provide regular updates and insights on recruitment progress and market trends. Candidate Experience: Ensure a seamless and positive experience for candidates throughout the recruitment process. Promote Recykals employer brand and value proposition during candidate interactions. Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on market trends and best practices in talent acquisition. Identify and recommend improvements to recruitment processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Preferred candidate profile Looking for candidates with experience in start-ups in Industries such as Software Products, E-commerce and Fintech. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. A Masters degree is a plus. 8-12 years of proven experience in Talent Acquisition, with a focus on leadership hiring and team management. Experience in IT & non-IT hiring is preferred. Strong knowledge of full-cycle recruiting and modern talent acquisition strategies. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment software. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. NOTE: Not preferring candidates from Staffing/Consulting background.