Senior Human Resources Recruiter Nalanda Educational Institutions Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India (On-site) Senior HR Recruiter – Nalanda Educational Institutions, Vijayawada Location: Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India Employment Type: Full-time Industry: Education (Schools & Colleges) Experience Required: Minimum 5+ years in Human Resources (Recruitment & Talent Acquisition) Preferred Qualification: MBA in HR or equivalent Salary Range: ₹35,000 – ₹45,000 per month About Us Nalanda Educational Institutions is a renowned group of schools and colleges dedicated to academic excellence and holistic student development. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a Senior HR Recruiter to drive our hiring strategies and ensure we attract and retain the best talent for our institutions. If you are a seasoned HR professional with strong experience in bulk hiring, talent acquisition, and employer branding, this role is a great opportunity to make an impact in the education sector. Key Responsibilities Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Strategy Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to onboarding for teaching, non-teaching, and administrative roles. Design and implement high-volume hiring strategies to fulfill our hiring requirements across multiple campuses. Collaborate with school principals, department heads, and leadership to understand hiring needs and forecast recruitment demands. Screening & Interview Process Conduct initial candidate screening through Zoho Recruit Cloud Calling to assess suitability. Schedule and coordinate online interviews via Microsoft Teams with school principals, department heads, and leadership for final selection. Ensure a structured interview process that aligns with institutional hiring standards. Sourcing & Candidate Engagement Utilize LinkedIn Recruiter, job portals (Naukri, Indeed), referrals, networking, and social media to identify top talent. Develop talent pipelines for key roles and proactively source candidates for upcoming positions. ATS & Recruitment Analytics Maintain accurate hiring data in Zoho Recruit (ATS) for tracking applicants, interview statuses, and offer rollouts. Analyze recruitment metrics (time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, source effectiveness, etc.) and suggest process improvements. Offer Management & Onboarding Support Negotiate salaries, manage offer rollouts, and ensure smooth pre-joining formalities. Work closely with HR teams to facilitate structured onboarding and orientation programs for new hires. Employer Branding & Candidate Experience Enhance Nalanda's employer brand through social media hiring campaigns, employee testimonials, and campus partnerships. Ensure a seamless candidate experience, keeping applicants informed and engaged throughout the process. Required Skills & Qualifications Education: MBA in HR or a relevant degree in Human Resources. Experience: 5+ years in end-to-end recruitment & talent acquisition (preferably in education, IT, or high-volume hiring environments). Strong stakeholder management experience – ability to collaborate with senior leadership and department heads. Proficiency in Zoho Recruit (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, Microsoft Teams, and job portals like Naukri & Indeed. Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills to manage multiple hiring priorities. Knowledge of recruitment analytics, hiring trends, and employment laws is a plus. Why Join Us? Strategic HR Leadership Role: Lead the recruitment function for a prestigious educational institution with a growing talent base. High-Impact Position: Play a critical role in scaling up hiring operations to support institutional expansion. Collaborative Work Environment: Work closely with a dynamic leadership team in a fast-paced, high-growth sector. Competitive Salary & Growth Opportunities: Attractive compensation package with career development opportunities in HR leadership. Show more Show less