Talent Acquisition Specialist ( Generic Pharma Industry)

Job Description

Location: Hybrid (Hyderabad/remote) Experience Level: 5 - 7 years Employment Type: Full-time Must work following hours: 3pm-11:30pm IST [5:30am - 2pm EST (US hours)] Job Summary: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist with a strong recruitment background in generic pharmaceutical industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the end-to-end hiring process, sourcing top talent across Quality, R&D, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain and Commercial functions, and ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience.Key Responsibilities: Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs. Source candidates through various channels including job boards (i.e. Indeed, LinkedIn), professional networks, and employee referrals. Screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, and manage the interview process. Coordinate with HR team and internal stakeholders to ensure timely scheduling and feedback collection. Maintain and update the applicant tracking system (ATS) to ensure compliance and data accuracy (Paylocity) Ensure an exceptional candidate experience throughout the hiring process by managing candidate expectations. Stay current with industry trends and competitor hiring activity within the US. Support employer branding and DEI initiatives. Minimum Qualifications & Skills: Master's degree & 5+ years Recruitment experience in Generic Pharma industry OR Bachelors with 8+ years of directly related experience. Strong sourcing skills using variety of advanced sourcing techniques including building search strings for Boolean searches Hands-on experience with sourcing tools including Indeed and LinkedIn Recruiter Excellent English communication (verbal & writing), and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple roles simultaneously under fast paced and deadline driven environments.