Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Description
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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 recruitment—it 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
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 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
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 MBA / Masters in Human Resources or related field.  5–8 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.