Director/Head - Talent Acquisition - Product Firm

Position: Head of Talent Acquisition (TA) / Director

Experience: 12-20 years

Location: Pune

Preferred Background:

- Strong TA leadership experience in global product companies (Amazon, Walmart, Microsoft, Google, etc.).

- Technical grounding with the ability to understand, evaluate, and communicate complex technology concepts to business and global stakeholders.

- Proven ability to design and scale TA strategies across multiple geographies.

- Exposure to GCC setup, transformation projects, or large-scale hiring mandates.

- Strong track record of building diverse and inclusive talent pipelines.

- Prior experience in managing senior stakeholders and presenting talent insights to CxO and Board levels.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

- Define and execute the TA strategy to support company's growth and client engagements.

- Act as a strategic advisor to global stakeholders, providing insights on talent availability, market intelligence, and best practices.

- Lead workforce planning and forecasting aligned with business and client objectives.

Account & Stakeholder Management:

- Manage 2-3 key accounts for, ensuring delivery excellence and long-term partnerships.

- Act as the face of TA for global stakeholders, influencing decision-making and building trust.

- Collaborate with business leaders, HRBPs, and hiring managers to align TA goals with business outcomes.

Operational Excellence:

- Drive high-volume and leadership hiring across technology and functional roles.

- Oversee data-driven recruiting - dashboards, metrics, and predictive analytics to optimize hiring outcomes.

- Leverage technology platforms, AI, and automation to enhance hiring efficiency and candidate experience.

Team Building & Leadership:

- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing TA team with strong execution capabilities.

- Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.

- Build capability within the team for niche hiring, employer branding, and recruitment marketing.

Innovation & Employer Branding:

- Position and its clients as employers of choice through targeted branding initiatives.

- Stay ahead of industry trends and introduce innovative sourcing models, assessment frameworks, and talent communities.

- Champion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) initiatives to create balanced workforce representation.