Talent Acquisition Recruiter - R&D/Engineering Domain

Qualification: BE / MBA (HR preferred)

Industry: R&D / Engineering / Technology

About the Role:

We are seeking a high-performing Talent Acquisition Recruiter with a strong background in volume hiring for R&D and Engineering positions. The ideal candidate is a data-savvy recruiter who is hands-on with sourcing, excels in stakeholder management, and has a solution-oriented mindset. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment, and can work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities:

End-to-End Recruitment:

- Manage full-cycle recruitment for technical and R&D roles across levels, ensuring quality and

speed of hire.

- Build robust talent pipelines using multiple sourcing channels job boards, social media, internal referrals, recruitment partners, campus connects, and direct sourcing.

Volume Sourcing & Mandate Execution:

- Lead volume hiring initiatives and manage multiple recruitment mandates simultaneously.

- Partner with external vendors and consultants to fulfill open roles efficiently.

Stakeholder Engagement:

- Act as a strategic partner to hiring managers; conduct face-to-face intake meetings, align on hiring needs, manage expectations, and provide regular updates.

- Push back to business constructively using market insights and data-driven narratives.

Data & Reporting:

- Own and update recruitment dashboards; track and report key metrics TAT, source of hire, offer to join ratio, etc.

- Leverage Excel tools (VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) to analyze trends and identify hiring bottlenecks.

Process Improvement:

- Suggest and implement process improvements to enhance candidate experience and recruiter efficiency.

- Maintain high levels of compliance with hiring processes and documentation.

Employer Branding & Social Media:

- Engage actively on LinkedIn and other platforms to enhance employer brand visibility.

- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to promote open roles and culture stories online.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

- Education: BE / MBA (HR or equivalent)

- Experience: 915 years in Talent Acquisition, specifically with R&D or core engineering hiring in mid-to-large technology organizations.

- Domain Exposure: Experience working in fast-paced engineering environments; prior exposure to product/R&D centers is a plus.

Technical Skills:

- Advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.)

- Familiarity with ATS tools, reporting dashboards, and sourcing automation platforms.

Competencies:

- High on ownership and execution

- Ability to push back and influence senior stakeholders using data

- Agile, collaborative, and outcome-focused

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Strategic and hands-on recruiter with problem-solving orientation

What We Offer:

- Dynamic and meritocratic work environment

- Opportunity to lead large-scale talent acquisition programs

- Collaborate with top-notch R&D and engineering leaders

- Growth path into strategic talent leadership roles