Head - Talent Acquisition - IT Services/Product Firm

Description: About the Company - A Cloud service provider

Position Overview:

We are seeking a hands-on Talent Acquisition head to lead our talent acquisition efforts and drive the growth of our technology, product, and business teams. This is a critical leadership role responsible for building and executing a scalable hiring strategy that aligns with our ambitious growth goals. The ideal candidate brings a strong track record of leading high-performing recruitment teams in fast-paced, tech-driven environments, along with deep expertise in recruitment operations, stakeholder management, and employer branding.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment Strategy & Workforce Planning:

- Develop and implement a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy that aligns with the organisations goals, including workforce planning, talent pipelines, and succession planning.

- Leverage multiple sourcing channels, including LinkedIn, niche job boards, and headhunting techniques, to identify and attract diverse, top-tier talent.

Global & Lateral Hiring:

- Take ownership of senior leadership role, ensuring alignment with the organisation's vision, values, and strategic priorities.

- Design and execute hiring strategies for key global markets, including the US, and APAC, in alignment with business expansion plans.

- Collaborate closely withl business leaders to understand role requirements, talent availability, and local hiring nuances.

Campus Hiring:

- Drive a structured campus hiring program targeting engineering and management institutes to build a strong early-talent pipeline.

- Build long-term relationships with campuses, design engaging programs to position the brand as an employer of choice

Recruitment Operations & Analytics:

- Build scalable, data-driven hiring frameworks to support rapid growth across geographies and functions (Tech, Product, Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, etc.)

- Introduce automation, AI tools, and analytics for pipeline efficiency and predictive hiring.

- Continuously improve the recruitment process through innovative tools and strategies, ensuring it is efficient, inclusive, and results-oriented.

Must-Have:

- MBA (specialisation in Human Resources/Operations) with 15-18 years of relevant functional experience with an IT services/product company

- Data-driven mindset with strong decision-making and stakeholder management skills.

- Experience in global hiring across India, US and APAC

- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to drive initiatives.

- Outstanding communication and presentation skills

- Should be comfortable navigating a dynamic environment with changing needs.