Our client is a leading automotive components manufacturer.

We are looking for a seasoned Talent Acquisition leader to spearhead Leadership Hiring for the organization. This role requires a strong strategic mindset combined with hands- on execution experience. The incumbent will work closely with the CHRO, MD, and functional heads to drive high- quality hiring outcomes, streamline talent acquisition processes, and ensure an exceptional candidate and stakeholder experience.

In addition to leadership hiring, this role will oversee Campus Hiring and Corporate Hiring, supported by a dedicated team. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of employer branding, talent market intelligence, and stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Leadership Hiring (Primary Focus)

- Lead end-to-end leadership hiring for CXO, VP, Director, and critical management roles.

- Build and maintain strong talent pipelines across business verticals.

- Partner directly with CHRO, MD, and senior functional leaders to understand strategic workforce needs.

- Manage complete search lifecycle including talent mapping, headhunting, assessment, and closure.

- Ensure high standards of confidentiality, quality, and speed in leadership recruitment.

2. Team Management & Operational Excellence

- Oversee campus hiring and corporate hiring teams; provide guidance and development.

- Streamline hiring processes, SLAs, dashboards, and governance mechanisms.

- Drive consistent process improvements and ensure best- in- class talent acquisition practices.

3. Employer Branding

- Collaborate with HR, Corporate Communications, and Marketing to strengthen the employer value proposition.

- Drive initiatives around online presence, social media visibility, career page improvement, and brand storytelling.

- Represent the organization at external events, institutes, and talent forums.

4. Stakeholder & Vendor Management

- Build strong partnerships with internal leaders and external search partners.

- Manage budgets, contracts, and performance of recruitment consultants.

- Provide market insights and talent intelligence to leadership teams.

Required Experience & Skills:

- 14+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition with a strong focus on leadership/CXO hiring.

- Demonstrated success in managing senior stakeholder relationships, especially with CHROs, MDs, and business heads.

- Experience in campus hiring and corporate hiring oversight.

- Prior team management experience is essential.

- Hands- on exposure to employer branding initiatives.

- Strong headhunting, market research, and networking capabilities.

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and decision- making skills.