HR Specialist, Talent Acquisition

HR Specialist, Talent Acquisition , Chennai / Pune

Do you enjoy applying your Talent Acquisition expertise to attract and nurture exceptional talents? Valmet is evolving—our new strategy and operating model call for a stronger, more strategic approach to talent acquisition. To support this transformation, we're establishing a global TA function that ensures access to the right talent at the right time. This is your opportunity to be part of that journey.

As we build a best-in-class Global Talent Acquisition function we are looking for a HR Specialist, Talent Acquisition for our sites in India.

As a HR Specialist, Talent Acquisition, you will lead recruitment activities for India, and we will rely on you to ensure strong execution of TA processes in the country. We would expect you to be highly independent and capable of making decisions, challenging managers and driving changes. This role is ideally based in Chennai or Pune, but we are open to other locations for the right talent.

Key Responsibilities :

Deliver high-quality recruitment aligned with business needs and timelines Own the full hiring process—from briefing to final selection Create a positive, inclusive candidate and hiring manager experience Lead strategic searches to ensure timely, high-impact hires Provide data-driven insights on hiring strategies and market trends Strengthen our employer brand and talent positioning

To succeed in this role, you will need:

Minimum 5 years of experience as a Talent Acquisition specialist in a large global company Should excel by combining strategic thinking with hands-on execution. Deep expertise in recruitment - you consider yourself a specialist Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across cultures in a matrix environment Effective written and oral communication skills in English. Advanced degree in HR, Psychology, Business, or a related field

We also expect you to align with Valmet's Leadership Principles—practical behaviors that guide how we lead, collaborate, and succeed together:

Take accountability – Act with ownership, set clear expectations, and follow through Lead with courage – Champion change, try bold ideas, and learn quickly Build on trust – Listen to understand, be open, and create psychological safety Collaborate for growth – Work across boundaries, value diverse perspectives, and focus on customer value

We offer:

We offer you an exciting position in a newly established global Talent Acquisition function, where you will have the opportunity to shape processes and influence strategic decisions. You'll work in an international environment that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Flexible working arrangements, modern tools, and a strong focus on professional development support your success. At Valmet, we value our employees and provide a variety of local benefits and learning opportunities.

If this sounds like something you are looking for and you are ready to go forward on your career, send your application with your CV via the link provided latest by 30 November 2025.

When everything works together

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With over 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation, and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries, and serve an even wider base of process industries with our automation systems and flow control solutions. Our commitment to moving our customers' performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork. 

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