Head - Talent Acquisition - EdTech/eCommerce

Head of Talent Acquisition (TA Head)

Experience: 10+ Years

Employment Type: Full-time

Industry: Edtech or E-commerce (Preferred)

Job Overview:

- We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Talent Acquisition (TA Head) with over 10 years of experience, preferably within the Edtech or E-commerce industries.

- You will be a pivotal leader responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy that supports our rapid growth across both online and offline operations.

- This role demands a visionary who can partner with senior leadership, drive operational excellence, champion our employer brand, and build high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Talent Planning:

- Drive the annual manpower planning process, ensuring close alignment with overall business objectives for both online and offline operations.

- Collaborate strategically with CXOs and Business Heads to define optimal organization structures, comprehensive workforce planning, and a robust hiring strategy.

- Build proactive sourcing and talent mapping plans to anticipate and meet future organizational talent needs.

- Adjust sourcing strategies dynamically and effectively in response to evolving business demands and market conditions.

Leadership Hiring:

- Lead and execute senior and executive-level hiring mandates across various functions within the organization.

- Manage the full lifecycle of leadership hiring, from initial sourcing and assessment to offer negotiation and successful onboarding.

- Utilize executive search networks, advanced methodologies, and market intelligence to identify and engage top-tier leadership talent.

Operational Excellence:

- Ensure timely and cost-efficient hiring processes by meticulously tracking funnel metrics and conversion analytics, identifying areas for optimization.

- Standardize and streamline hiring processes through the implementation of structured interview frameworks, objective rubrics, and effective debriefing systems.

- Continuously improve key recruitment metrics such as Time-to-Hire (TAT), Offer-to-Join ratios, and overall recruiter productivity.

Employer Branding & Candidate Experience:

- Strategically strengthen the company's employer brand across targeted sectors (EdTech, Internet, Retail, etc.), positioning us as an employer of choice.

- Deliver a consistent, high-quality candidate experience that is aligned with and reflects our company culture (e.g., #CreateVOW culture).

- Collaborate effectively with marketing and design teams to conceptualize and execute compelling employer branding campaigns.

Stakeholder Management & Governance:

- Build strong partnerships with CXOs, Business Leaders, and HR Business Partners (HRBPs) to ensure aligned hiring outcomes that support strategic business objectives.

- Present comprehensive monthly hiring dashboards, insightful analytics, and pipeline reports to senior leadership.

- Monitor and optimize vendor performance, assess individual recruiter productivity, and manage cost-per-hire effectively to ensure maximum ROI.

Requirements:

Experience:

- 10+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, with a significant portion in a leadership or managerial capacity.

Industry Preference:

- Prior experience in the Edtech or E-commerce industries is highly preferred.

Strategic Acumen:

- Proven ability to develop and execute comprehensive talent acquisition strategies aligned with business objectives.

Leadership Hiring Expertise:

- Demonstrated success in leading and closing senior and executive-level hiring mandates.

Operational Management:

- Strong track record of driving operational excellence, process improvement, and data-driven decision-making in TA.

Employer Branding:

- Experience in strengthening employer brand and enhancing candidate experience.

Stakeholder Management:

- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and partner effectively with CXOs, business leaders, and HRBPs.

Analytical Skills:

- Proficient in using data and metrics to analyze recruitment performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.

Communication:

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation abilities to senior leadership.

Team Leadership:

- Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with a proven ability to build, develop, and manage high-performing talent acquisition teams