Manager Talent Acquisition

Job Title: Manager Talent Acquisition

Location: Head office, Mahalaxmi.

Position Overview :

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic TA manager to lead the Talent acquisition efforts at a Business Unit level. This role focuses on meeting Manpower's needs of the assigned business unit through monitoring and guiding a small team of recruiters. In addition, TA Manager will directly drive leadership hiring for the respective BU by sourcing profiles himself/herself.

Experience:

• 9-12 years of experience in core Talent acquisition or Experience as an HR business Partner wherein TA is included.
• Exposure to leadership hiring is a must. Exposure to Team handling is a must
• Looking for people from a Corporate TA background. Corporate plus executive search is an advantage. Only a consulting background won't be considered
• Exposure to EPC, Water industry, Manufacturing will be added advantage. Only service or IT related exposure will not be considered.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Recruitment Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement the overall talent acquisition strategy aligned with organizational objectives.
• Forecast hiring needs in collaboration with business and HR leaders.
• Design and improve recruitment processes to ensure efficiency, diversity, and quality of hires.

2. Talent Sourcing & Acquisition

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process from job requisition to onboarding.
• Identify and engage talent through multiple channels (job boards, social media, referrals, agencies, and campus drives).
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for critical and recurring roles.
• Drive proactive sourcing and headhunting for niche or leadership positions.

3. Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Partner with business heads and hiring managers to understand role requirements and deliver on hiring targets.
• Manage relationships with external recruitment agencies, job portals, and other vendors.
• Negotiate and manage agency contracts and performance metrics.

4. Candidate Experience & Selection

• Ensure a seamless and professional candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Drive structured interview processes and selection methodologies.
• Maintain fairness and compliance in all hiring decisions.

5. Employer Branding & Talent Marketing

• Lead employer branding initiatives to strengthen the organizations image in the job market.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams for social media campaigns, career fairs, and other talent outreach programs.
• Represent the company at campus events, job fairs, and industry forums.

6. Analytics & Reporting

• Track and analyze recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, source effectiveness, quality of hire).
• Present periodic reports and insights to leadership on hiring performance and market trends.

7. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the recruitment team to enhance capability and performance.
• Promote best practices, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of end-to-end recruitment and talent acquisition strategies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Expertise in modern sourcing techniques and digital recruitment tools.
• Data-driven mindset with proficiency in recruitment analytics.
• Leadership, planning, and project management skills.

Qualification:

• Graduate with an MBA in HR/ Qualification certification in HR.