Talent Acquisition Specialist

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Access & Empowerment for Bharat through AI and Local Language Internet

Lokal is India's largest regional content and services platform, built for the 500 million internet users from tier 2 towns.
Founded by IIT alumni, Lokal started in 2018 to address the lack of relevant local content and now goes beyond content to solve real, everyday problems of Bharat. Growing as a house of apps, Lokal is evolving into an AI-driven discovery and access platform—connecting users in tier 2 India with the experts, tools, and knowledge they've historically lacked access to:

Lokal Matrimony– Location-based matchmaking apps focused on hyperlocal compatibility.
Lokal Jobs– Hyperlocal job discovery platform connecting blue- and grey-collar workers with nearby opportunities.
Gyan TV– Skill-based learning in regional languages (stocks, photography, small business & more).
Dostt– Make new friends through voice chats, games, and real, authentic conversations
Eaze– A safe space to explore emotional well-being via community-driven support.
Astro Lokal– Instant access to trusted astrologers through audio and chat.

And more – 10 new apps in testing & exploration across agricultural advisory, legal advisory, financial guidance, and AI-powered personal assistants

About the Team - We're a versatile Talent Acquisition team that thrives on solving diverse hiring needs, driving organizational growth by bringing the right people on board at the right time.

Role Overview - As a Senior/Talent Acquisition Executive, you will play a key role in building teams that fuel our organization's success. This role goes beyond recruitment—you will partner closely with stakeholders to understand both technical and non-technical requirements, source top talent, and ensure a smooth end-to-end hiring process. You will also contribute to process improvements and help shape a strong candidate experience, while keeping business context in mind to make smarter hiring decisions.

Responsibilities -

Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for both Technology and Non-Technology positions, with a primary focus on non-engineering roles.(Marketing/Product/Strategy/Business/Operations/Supply/Analytics/HR/Finance/Legal e.t.c)

Source top talent using LinkedIn, job boards, social media, referrals, and other platforms.

Partner with hiring managers and business leaders to understand role requirements, team needs, and broader business context.

Screen candidates for technical skills, business acumen, and cultural fit.

Ensure an excellent candidate experience throughout the hiring journey.

Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.

Contribute to improving recruitment processes, tools, and metrics.

Stay updated on industry trends, market insights, and innovative sourcing strategies.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, preferably across both Tech and Non-Tech roles.

Strong sourcing skills with hands-on experience using LinkedIn and other recruitment platforms.

Ability to understand business fundamentals and align hiring to organizational goals.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Detail-oriented with strong organizational and process management skills.

Self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Benefits

At Lokal, we act like owners who take initiative beyond job descriptions, get things done despite obstacles, and maintain a growth mindset focused on learning. We're outcome-driven with bias for action, believing speed matters in building products for billion Indians. Decision-making involves open debate followed by full commitment, and we operate on context rather than control - managers share the "why" while you own execution. We aim to be an all-star team that thinks big and takes calculated risks to achieve ambitious goals.

Be part of a fast-growing startup with 100M downloads and a footprint across 1000 towns & 250 districts - huge scope for impact and learning.

Opportunity for fast growth, professionally and personally, as you help expand into new areas and build things from scratch.

Access comprehensive benefits, including insurance coverage, generous leave policies, ESOP buybacks, flexible work-from-home options, and more.

Know more about us: Lokal's Introduction and