Talent Acquisition Lead / Manager

We’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Lead / Manager to drive elite hiring in India, source from untapped markets, leverage AI tools, and elevate how we attract top tech and consulting talent. If you’re self-driven, persuasive, and thrive on challenges, this role is your stage to make a big impact.

What You’ll Do

• Drive elite hiring: Build innovative sourcing strategies to identify and attract the best Product Engineers, Cloud Architects, Functional Consultants, and more from across Kerala, TN and other key markets across India.

• Be a market shaper: Map and open new talent pools across cities, and competitor ecosystems to stay ahead of the curve.

• Leverage AI and tech: Use AI-powered tools, data insights, and digital strategies to drive recruitment productivity, efficiency, and smarter decision-making.

• Own the candidate experience: Act as both recruiter and brand ambassador selling Zafin’s vision to top candidates and creating differentiated engagement for high-demand profiles.

• Partner and influence: Work closely with senior business leaders, hiring managers, and global stakeholders to define talent needs and deliver on ambitious goals.

• Lead with accountability: Drive and report on KPIs like time-to-hire, quality-of-hire, pipeline velocity, and diversity.

• Elevate the team: Mentor recruiters, instill a sales-oriented and data-driven mindset, and build a culture of excellence in TA.

• Familiarity with Sourcing Platforms and ATS : LinkedIn, Naukri, InstaHyre, Greenhouse, Other

What We’re Looking For

• 10-12 years of progressive TA experience with at least 3–4 years leading small - mid-sized hiring teams.

• Proven success in hiring elite, hard-to-find talent in tech / SaaS / product companies.

• A go-getter mindset — persuasive, sales-oriented, and able to thrive under ambitious goals.

• Strong ability to think outside the box: creative sourcing, employer branding, digital and social engagement.

• Experience using AI-based recruiting tools, market intelligence platforms, and automation to transform TA delivery.

• Excellent communication and influencing skills and able to take stakeholders and teams along while also challenging the status quo.

• Data-driven approach with sharp focus on recruitment KPIs and ROI.

• A technical background (B.Tech or equivalent) is a plus — helps you speak the language of the talent you’ll be hiring.

• Self-driven, thrives on challenges, and has the grit to win in competitive markets.

Why Zafin?

• Be part of a global SaaS leader redefining banking technology.

• Work directly with senior leadership on high-impact hiring strategies.

• Opportunity to reimagine recruitment using AI, branding, and digital engagement.

• A culture that values entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and results.

• Competitive compensation, career growth, and a chance to make your mark on a global stage.