Job Title: Talent Acquisition Manager

Company: Autobahn Corporation

Location: Cochin, Kerala (with travel across branches as needed)

Department: People & Culture

Reports To: Head - Human Resources / CHRO

Experience: 6-10 years in talent acquisition or HR, preferably in the automotive or retail sector

About Autobahn Corporation:

Autobahn Corporation is one of Kerala's premier automotive retail and service companies, known for its commitment to innovation, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence. With a strong footprint across the state and partnerships with leading automobile brands, we are focused on building a future-ready workforce that drives growth and quality.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Talent Acquisition Manager to lead end-to-end recruitment efforts across all functions and locations. This role requires a keen understanding of talent trends, employer branding, stakeholder management, and the ability to meet manpower requirements in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment Strategy & Execution:

- Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies aligned with business goals.

- Lead and manage the full-cycle recruitment process: sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer management, and onboarding.

- Work closely with department heads to forecast staffing needs and create job descriptions.

Sourcing & Employer Branding:

- Build strong talent pipelines through job portals, social media, campus drives, employee referrals, and recruitment agencies.

- Promote the company's employer brand through digital platforms and targeted campaigns.

- Represent the company in career fairs and industry events.

Stakeholder Management:

- Collaborate with senior leadership and hiring managers to understand team dynamics and talent needs.

- Ensure timely communication and coordination across all stakeholders during hiring processes.

Process Improvement & Compliance

- Optimize recruitment workflows using ATS or HRIS systems.

- Monitor key hiring metrics (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, quality of hire).

- Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies during recruitment activities.

Team Leadership:

- Guide and mentor the recruitment team (if applicable), ensuring targets and SLAs are met.

- Conduct regular training for hiring managers on interviewing techniques and bias-free hiring.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

- Bachelor's/Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

- 6+ years of progressive experience in recruitment, with at least 2 years in a managerial capacity.

- Prior experience in the automobile, manufacturing, or multi-branch retail sector is highly desirable.

- Proficient in using recruitment tools (Naukri, LinkedIn, ATS, etc.).

- Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.

- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

- Fluent in English and Malayalam (preferred).