Manager - Value added services – Talent Acquisition & Government Initiatives

Location: Vertex Head Office

Department: Operations & Value-added services

Reports To: Siddanth Salian

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial professional with a strong business development mindset to drive our internship, government incentives and apprenticeship training programs which are initiatives taken by Vertex Workspaces under the value added services offering services for itself and its tenant companies. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing internship programs by assisting tenant companies with hiring mandates, coordinating with government bodies for IT policy incentives, and overseeing apprenticeship training programs to build a skilled talent pool. This role requires a proactive individual who can identify growth opportunities, foster partnerships, and contribute to the overall value proposition of Vertex Workspaces.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Internship Program Management & Talent Pool Development

• Develop and maintain partnerships with colleges and universities for technical and management internship programs.
• Track intern performance, provide feedback, and assess potential for full-time hiring.
• Prepare reports on intern performance and recommend retention strategies.
• Ensure smooth onboarding, training, and engagement of interns.
• Maintain a pool of talent for Vertex and Tenant company hires

2. Talent Acquisition Assistance for Tenant Companies

• Act as a liaison between Vertex Workspaces and tenant companies to understand their hiring needs.
• Assist in sourcing, screening, and shortlisting candidates for tenant companies based on their mandates.
• Ensure tenant companies derive value from Vertex Workspaces by offering recruitment support as a value-added service.
• Maintain a database of potential candidates for quick placements.

3. Government Incentive Coordination (Karnataka IT Policy)

• Stay updated on Karnataka Government’s IT/ITeS policies and incentive schemes.
• Coordinate with government officials to facilitate benefits for Vertex Workspace and tenant companies under Vertex Workspaces.
• Guide tenant companies in availing incentives, subsidies, and compliance requirements.
• Prepare necessary documentation and ensure timely submissions for approvals.

4. Apprenticeship Training

• Partner with companies to enroll their allied staff (housekeeping, electricians, AC mechanics, etc.) in apprenticeship programs.
• Manage the government apprenticeship portal, ensuring compliance and certification issuance.
• Build and maintain a database of trained allied workers for future hiring needs.
• Identify business development opportunities by promoting Vertex Workspaces as a training and skilling hub.

5. Business Development & Growth Initiatives

• Develop strategies to enhance Vertex Workspaces’ value proposition for tenants through HR and training services.
• Identify new partnership opportunities with educational institutions, government bodies, and industry associations.
• Contribute to revenue generation by offering talent solutions and training programs.
• Stay updated on industry trends and propose innovative HR and skilling initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: MBA in HR/Business Administration or related field.
• Experience: 5-8 years in HR, Talent Acquisition, Government Liaison, or Business Development.
• Skills Required:
• Strong understanding of recruitment processes and internship management.
• Knowledge of Karnataka IT policies and government incentive schemes.
• Experience in managing apprenticeship programs and government portals.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on business growth.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HR databases.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking – Ability to align HR initiatives with business goals.
• Networking & Relationship Building – Strong liaison skills with colleges, companies, and government bodies.
• Analytical Skills – Ability to track performance metrics and generate reports.
• Proactive & Self-Motivated – Takes ownership of projects and drives results.
• Problem-Solving – Resolves challenges in recruitment, compliance, and training.

Key Performance Indicators:

1. Internship Program Management & Talent Pool Development & Talent Acquisition Assistance for Tenant Companies

• No. of university/college partnerships established
• % of interns converted to full-time hires (conversion rate)
• Intern satisfaction score (survey feedback)
• Time-to-fill intern positions (days)
• No. of candidates in the talent pool maintained

2. Government Incentive Coordination (Karnataka IT Policy)

• No. of tenant companies assisted with incentive applications
• % of approved incentive applications
• Average time taken for incentive processing (days)
• No. of compliance-related trainings conducted for tenants
• Value (Rs.) of incentives secured for Vertex & tenants

3. Apprenticeship Training

• No. of allied staff enrolled in apprenticeship programs
• % of apprentices certified successfully
• No. of companies engaged in apprenticeship partnerships
• No. of trained workers in the database for future hiring

4. Business Development & Growth Initiatives

• No. of new partnerships (educational institutions/govt bodies)
• Revenue generated from HR/training services
• % increase in tenant retention due to value-added services

Additional Overall KPIs:

• Cost-per-hire reduction for tenant companies
• Training program completion rate (%)

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a fast-growing organization with exposure to HR, business development, and government initiatives.
• Play a key role in shaping talent strategies and adding value to tenant companies.
• Entrepreneurial work culture with scope for innovation and career growth.

Vertex Workspaces is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Yearly bonus