Senior Corporate Recruiter

About Company

At Cogent Infotech, we believe in creating opportunities that empower individuals and transform organizations. With over 20 years of excellence in consulting and talent solutions, we’re proud to build inclusive workplaces and deliver innovative, people-first solutions to clients across the public and private sectors. We value integrity, empathy, and continuous learning, and we welcome you to bring your authentic self as we grow together.

Position Summary

The Corporate Recruiter at Cogent plays a key role in driving talent acquisition across the U.S. and India, focusing on internal, leadership, and lateral hiring. This individual contributor role supports business growth by delivering a seamless, strategic recruitment experience. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, cross-regional environment. Flexibility to work U.S. Eastern Time hours and a strong track record in corporate recruitment are essential.

Position Summary

• Independently manage end-to-end recruitment for internal, leadership, and lateral roles across the India and USA.
• Own the full hiring lifecycle—from sourcing to offer—for both internal and external candidates.
• Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements and develop targeted recruitment strategies.
• Source talent using diverse channels, including job boards, social media, referrals, and networking.
• Screen, evaluate, and interview candidates to ensure alignment with role needs and company culture.
• Keep stakeholders informed with regular updates on hiring progress, challenges, and key milestones.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of internal candidates to reduce time-to-fill for critical roles.
• Deliver a positive and engaging candidate experience throughout the hiring journey.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• MBA in HR from Top Academic Institutions in India / PG Diploma (XLRI, IIM’s, Symbiosis, TISS, NMIMS etc.).
• 5+ years of experience in internal, leadership, and lateral hiring in both the India and USA staffing field.
• Proven ability to manage recruitment processes independently with minimal supervision as an individual contributor.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment tools, sourcing strategies, and candidate assessment techniques.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence both candidates and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work flexible hours to align with US EST timings.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA in HR from Top Business Schools in India / PG Diploma
• Prior experience of 10+ years in U.S. Corporate /Staffing recruitment.

Core Competencies

• Ownership & Agility – Manages recruitment independently with accountability, adapting quickly in a fast-paced, cross-regional environment.
• Collaborative Communication – Partners effectively with stakeholders through clear, strategic, and respectful communication.
• People-First Approach – Delivers a positive candidate experience while upholding Cogent’ inclusive and growth-oriented culture.

Cogent Infotech is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply

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