Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Description

Job Description Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Location: Mumbai

Department: Human Resources Talent Acquisition

Reports to: Head of Talent Acquisition.

Grade/Level: Senior Specialist

About the Role We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our HR team at ESDS Software Solution Limited. This role goes beyond traditional recruitmentit demands a strategic mindset, adoption of the latest AI-driven hiring technologies, and deep expertise in building future-ready talent pipelines. You will play a key role in hiring top talent, enhancing candidate experience, and leveraging data analytics to make smarter, faster hiring decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Strategy & Stakeholder Management :

Partner with business leaders and hiring managers to understand workforce planning, skills gaps, and long-term talent needs. Build talent acquisition strategies aligned with business priorities, employer branding, and industry best practices. Act as a strategic advisor on market trends, salary benchmarks, and competitive intelligence.

Recruitment & Sourcing :

Manage end-to-end recruitment for leadership, niche, and high-volume roles. Leverage AI-powered sourcing tools, chatbots, and resume-screening platforms (e.g. HRIS ATS, LinkedIn AI tools) to enhance efficiency. Create innovative sourcing strategies including social recruiting, talent communities, and campus hiring pipelines. Focus on DEI hiring initiatives to ensure inclusive and diverse talent pools.

Technology & Automation :

Utilize AI-driven ATS/HRIS systems to optimize candidate screening, reduce time-to-fill, and eliminate manual tasks. Implement predictive hiring analytics to assess candidate success and cultural fit. Confidential- Only for Internal Purpose Drive adoption of programmatic job advertising, recruitment marketing automation, and advanced people analytics dashboards.

Candidate Experience & Employer Branding :

Ensure a seamless candidate journey from application to onboarding, using personalized and automated communication touchpoints. Enhance employer branding through social media campaigns, virtual hiring events, and employee advocacy programs. Use video interviews, gamified assessments, and skills-based evaluation platforms to improve candidate engagement.

Data-Driven Hiring & Metrics :

Monitor and report on key TA metrics: Time-to-Fill, Cost-per-Hire, Offer-to-Join ratio, Diversity metrics. Use real-time dashboards and predictive insights to recommend process improvements. Build hiring models to forecast demand and proactively build pipelines for future roles.

Innovation & Future-Readiness :

Experiment with Generative AI tools (ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini, Grok) for job descriptions, candidate engagement, and interview preparation. Stay updated on global TA trends: skills-based hiring, remote/hybrid workforce models, internal talent mobility, and AI-augmented interviewing. Lead change management initiatives to upskill TA team members in automation, analytics, and next-gen recruitment practices.

Qualifications & Experience :

MBA / Masters in Human Resources or related field. 58 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, with at least 3 years in a senior/strategic role. Strong knowledge of ATS, HRIS, and AI-powered recruitment platforms. Proven track record of hiring across diverse roles (tech, business, leadership). Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills. Analytical mindset with ability to use data for decision-making. Exposure to employer branding, recruitment marketing, and digital sourcing strategies.

Key Competencies :

Strategic & Analytical Thinking AI & Technology Adoption in HR Stakeholder Management & Influence Candidate Engagement & Negotiation Confidential- Only for Internal Purpose Data-Driven Decision Making DEI & Employer Branding Advocacy Why Join Us Be part of an HR team transforming into a fully AI-powered Talent Acquisition function. Work with cutting-edge tools and practices in recruitment technology. Opportunity to shape the ESDS talent landscape and build a strong employer brand. Collaborative, innovative, and growth-driven work culture.