Role Overview:

As a Manager of Talent Acquisition based in Navi Mumbai, you will spearhead the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle, serving as a strategic partner to business leaders to fuel organizational growth.

You will operate at the intersection of human capital strategy and operational excellence, managing high-stakes leadership hiring while overseeing the broader recruitment ecosystem.

By collaborating closely with department heads and cross-functional stakeholders, you will translate complex business objectives into actionable workforce plans, ensuring the company attracts top-tier talent that aligns with our long-term vision.

Your impact will be measured by your ability to build high-performing teams, optimize talent pipelines, and elevate the employer brand in a competitive market.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the end-to-end recruitment process for critical leadership and niche roles to ensure the organization maintains a competitive edge in talent density.

- Partner with senior stakeholders to conduct robust workforce planning, identifying future talent gaps and aligning hiring strategies with business expansion goals.

- Drive the full spectrum of talent management initiatives, from initial sourcing and executive headhunting to offer negotiation and seamless onboarding.

- Analyze recruitment metrics and market trends to refine sourcing strategies, reducing time-to-hire while improving the quality of incoming talent.

- Mentor and guide the recruitment team to foster a culture of high performance, ensuring consistent delivery against aggressive hiring targets.

Required Skillset:

- Demonstrated expertise in managing complex recruitment lifecycles, with a proven track record of successfully closing senior-level and leadership positions.

- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and navigate complex organizational structures to achieve consensus.

- Strong analytical mindset to interpret workforce data and translate it into strategic hiring roadmaps that support long-term business outcomes.

- Advanced communication and interpersonal abilities, essential for building long-term relationships with passive candidates and internal business partners.

- A minimum of 5 - 12 years of professional experience in talent acquisition, preferably within a fast-paced corporate environment.

- Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment in Navi Mumbai, balancing on-site collaboration with the flexibility required for modern talent operations.

- A postgraduate degree in Human Resources or a related field from a premier institute is highly preferred to ensure a strong foundation in organizational behavior and talent strategy.