Podar - Talent Acquisition Role - Battery/EV/Energy Storage

Key Responsibilities

- Manage end-to-end recruitment for roles across battery manufacturing, R&D, engineering, plant operations, and supply chain.

- Build sourcing pipelines for niche positions such as electrochemists, lithium-ion specialists, quality engineers, and gigafactory operations talent.

- Develop competitor mapping strategies to attract candidates from leading battery/EV companies.

- Partner with business leaders to forecast hiring needs in line with growth plans and industry trends.

- Ensure compliance with labor, safety, and environmental norms in all hiring practices.

- Drive employer branding initiatives to position the company as a preferred destination for battery/energy professionals.

Must-Have Requirements

- 4-8+ years of experience in talent acquisition, with at least 1-2 years in the battery/EV/energy storage industry.

- Proven track record in technical and manufacturing recruitment.

- Understanding of battery sector roles (e.g., lead-acid, lithium-ion, solid-state, R&D labs, gigafactories).

- Strong sourcing knowledge (LinkedIn Recruiter, Naukri, industry-specific portals, competitor mapping).

- Excellent stakeholder management & communication skills.

Nice-to-Have

- Prior recruitment experience in EV, renewable energy, or chemical industries.

- Exposure to global talent acquisition (e.g., hiring expatriates or working with international teams).

- Experience supporting greenfield projects or plant expansions.