Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist

At Inc42, you&aposll spearhead a world-class recruitment function, fuelling our growth. Work with a passionate leadership team, shaping the future and making a lasting impact. Our dynamic, inclusive environment values creativity, collaboration, and personal growth.

Join us to help demystify India&aposs tech & startup scene!

About Inc42 Media

Inc42 is Indias #1 startup media & intelligence platform that informs, educates, and empowers startup & business leaders through its incisive reporting, insightful reports, curated events & communities, and industry-leading executive courses & programs.

Since launching in January 2015, and having risen to become the authoritative voice on Indias startup economy, we&aposve moved markets, gotten the early scoop on billions of dollars of transactions, and told you what&aposs happening deep inside some of the fastest-growing startups & industries alike. Our stories have been followed by the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Reuters, TechCrunch, and other major outlets hundreds of times.

We also track over 50,000+ startups and provide market research and intelligence through our in-depth research reports, and we organise some of the most sought-after conferences and events for startup & business leaders across India.

In 2020, we introduced Inc42 Plus, our exclusive membership program tailored for startup & business leaders, amassing over 10,000 members in record time. Apart from our sharp reporting & insightful research, through Inc42 BrandLabs, we partner with enterprises & brands to help them create branded content & experiences and reach our audience of decision makers.

Primary Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition Strategy and Execution

• Collaborate with hiring managers to grasp their recruitment needs and create comprehensive job briefs.
• Create persuasive, precise job descriptions that resonate with potential candidates.
• Use diverse recruitment platforms to post job openings, ensuring broad visibility.
• Source, attract, and engage high-caliber candidates through various channels.
• Strengthen Inc42&aposs vision and values during candidate interactions, showcasing our unique market position.

Interview Management and Candidate Experience

• Conduct behavior-based interviews to evaluate candidates' fit and alignment with our culture.
• Oversee the entire interview process, from scheduling to coordination, and provide candidate feedback.
• Bridge communication between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring prompt updates and expectations management.
• Lead salary negotiations, finalize offers, and carry out reference checks to ensure mutual benefits.
• Ensure a seamless transition for selected candidates, from offer acceptance to smooth onboarding.
• Regularly check in with new hires, fostering integration and alignment with company culture.

Strategic Recruitment and Employer Branding

• Strategically map talent pools for critical roles, contributing to robust succession planning.
• Develop and enhance employer branding initiatives to position Inc42 as an employer of choice.
• Cultivate and maintain campus relationships to tap into emerging talent, establishing a Management Trainee Program for future leaders.
• Collaborate with leadership to refine recruitment processes, implement best practices, and introduce innovative systems and controls.

People Operations

• Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture.
• Support performance evaluation cycles, track goal progress, and work with department heads to roll out KPIs and feedback mechanisms.
• Support documentation, compliance, and policy adherence throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Maintain and update HR records, databases, and tools; support audits and operational reporting.
• Help implement HR policies, handbooks, and internal communication frameworks to align with company culture and legal requirements.

Qualifications & Skills:

• 3-5 years of experience in a premium recruitment consulting organization, with a proven track record in end-to-end talent acquisition
• Passionate about the startup ecosystem and familiar with its unique talent dynamics
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to convey the company&aposs vision and values effectively to candidates
• Proficient in conducting behavior-based interviews and assessing candidate potential
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management capabilities
• Innovative mindset, constantly seeking ways to improve processes and deliver exceptional results
• Bachelor&aposs degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master&aposs degree is a plus)