Talent Acquisition Manager

A Tier one firms is looking to hire an experienced Talent Acquisition Manager to support firm wide lateral hiring at the associate level. The role involves managing end-to-end recruitment processes, working closely with Partners and practice leaders, and leading a high-performance TA team.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage end-to-end talent acquisition for associate-level hiring across practice areas

- Partner closely with Practice Heads and Partners to understand hiring needs and priorities

- Own and drive hiring mandates from initiation to closure

- Develop and execute effective hiring strategies aligned with business requirements

- Lead, mentor, and manage the TA team to ensure timely and quality hiring

- Maintain and track hiring progress through structured hiring trackers and ATS tools

- Ensure accurate reporting, data hygiene, and recruitment metrics

- Handle offer discussions and negotiations at the associate level

- Coordinate seamlessly with internal stakeholders to ensure a smooth candidate experience

- Continuously improve recruitment processes, tools, and hiring efficiency

Candidate Profile:

- 8-10 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, preferably in professional services environments

- Strong experience managing lateral hiring mandates and stakeholder relationships

- Proven ability to engage and communicate confidently with senior leadership / Partners

- Hands-on experience with ATS platforms and recruitment tracking systems

- Strong team management and leadership capabilities

- High attention to detail, process orientation, and execution rigor

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills