Talent Acquisition Assistant Manager

Role Overview: As an Assistant Manager Talent Acquisition with 5-8 years of experience in end-to-end recruitment, you will be responsible for managing hiring processes across functions, ensuring the right talent is onboarded, and contributing to building strong employer branding. Your role will involve acting as both an individual contributor and team mentor within the HR function. Key Responsibilities: - Manage full-cycle recruitment including sourcing, screening, interviewing, negotiating offers, and onboarding. - Collaborate with business leaders and hiring managers to understand manpower requirements. - Develop recruitment strategy to ensure quality and timely closures across roles. - Utilize ATS platforms to manage pipelines, track metrics, and streamline processes. - Perform market mapping, salary benchmarking, and competitor analysis. - Mentor and guide junior recruiters in the team. - Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for critical and niche skills. - Ensure compliance with company policies and hiring best practices. - Partner with stakeholders for employer branding and engagement initiatives. Qualification Required: - MBA/PGDM in HR or related field. - 5-8 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, preferably in IT/Digital/Service sectors. - Strong exposure to ATS tools and recruitment analytics. - Proven track record in salary negotiations and closing positions within timelines. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - Ability to handle both individual contributor responsibilities and lead a small team.,