Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist

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About U

Deccan AI, founded by IIT Bombay and IIM Ahmedabad alumni, specializes in LLM model development and AI-first scaled operations. Based in SF and Hyderabad, our mission is to create AI for Good, driving innovation with positive societal impact

Job Summary:

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Key Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for various departments (sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring).
• Collaborate with hiring managers to create job descriptions and determine candidate profil
• es.Source candidates using a variety of methods (job boards, social media, networking, referrals, etc.).
• Conduct initial resume screenings and phone/video interviews.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews with hiring teams.
• Maintain and update applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment reports.
• Create and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for future hiring needs.
• Promote employer branding initiatives and create engaging candidate experiences.
• Ensure recruitment activities are in compliance with company policies and labor laws.
• Assist in onboarding new hires to ensure a smooth transition into the company.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in talent acquisition or recruitment in start-up.
• Proven experience with sourcing tools and applicant tracking systems (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Workday, Greenhouse, etc.).
• Strong understanding of full-cycle recruiting and talent acquisition best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple open roles and competing priorities.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with employment laws and HR practices.
• Experience with employer branding and recruitment marketing.
• Data-driven mindset with experience in recruitment analytics and reporting.