Talent Acquisition Executive

This is a remote position.

• Own the Talent Funnel: Lead end-to-end hiring across roles in publishing, sales, content development owning everything from sourcing to onboarding.
  

• Build for Scale: Design and improve recruitment systems and processes that help us grow fast, but smart.
  

• Partner with Leaders: Work directly with department heads and founders to deeply understand hiring needs and deliver high-quality candidates, fast.
  

• Champion Candidate Experience: Ensure every candidate interaction reflects Contour’s culture fast-moving, thoughtful, and human.
  

• Grow with Us: Join at a pivotal early stage and unlock career growth as we scale globally.
  

• Source top talent through online platforms, job boards, employee referrals, and innovative outreach methods.
  

• Build and maintain a strong candidate pipeline across multiple functions and seniority levels.
  

Screening & Evaluation

• Review resumes and applications to identify high-potential candidates.
  

• Conduct initial screenings and assess candidates against job-specific criteria and team fit.
  

Interviewing & Candidate Communication

• Lead structured interviews and provide feedback to hiring managers.
  

• Write clear, timely, and professional emails to guide candidates through the hiring process and respond to queries.
  

Job Description Management

• Review, update, and refine job descriptions and specifications to align with evolving hiring needs.
  

Recruitment Metrics & Reporting

• Track key hiring metrics such as time-to-fill, pipeline conversion rates, and candidate quality.
  

• Use data insights to refine sourcing strategies and improve hiring efficiency.
  

Process Management & Coordination

• Facilitate pre-employment processes including background checks and assessments.
  

• Coordinate closely with People & Culture and department leads to ensure smooth onboarding transitions.
  

Continuous Learning & Industry Awareness

• Stay informed on hiring trends, market conditions, and recruitment best practices to keep Contour’s hiring competitive and effective.
  

Must-Haves

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (HR specialisation) or a related field.
  

• 1-2 years of experience in a talent acquisition or HR role.

• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and concise emails and messages.
  

• Excellent English proficiency both verbal and written.
  

• Demonstrated proficiency with Google Workspace tools, including Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Sheets.
  

• Ability to manage multiple roles and deadlines with precision and professionalism.
  

Nice - to - Haves

• Prior experience working in a startup, ed-tech, or technology-driven company.
  

• Familiarity with modern applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment platforms.
  

• Interest in fast-paced, high-growth environments where hiring needs shift quickly.
  

• A proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate hiring challenges and solve them creatively.
  

• Work-From-Home Setup: Enjoy the freedom and convenience of working remotely from anywhere in India.
  
• Focused Work-week: Work 7 8 hours per day, 6 days a week (Sunday to Friday) with Saturdays off to recharge.
  
• High-Impact Role: Play a foundational role in shaping Contour’s India team and building the talent engine behind one of Australia’s fastest-growing startups.
  
• Career Growth & Learning: Work closely with senior leadership and gain exposure to cross-functional hiring strategies, recruitment metrics, and startup scaling best practices.
  
• Autonomy & Ownership: Own the entire recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to onboarding with the freedom to improve processes and suggest new tools.
  
• Global Team Collaboration: Be part of a diverse, high-performing team working across multiple countries and time zones.
  
• Compensation: Competitive monthly salary in the range of 4.5 to 5 LPA, based on experience.