To lead the talent acquisition function with a strategic focus on attracting, hiring, and retaining high-quality talent in alignment with business goals. The role also oversees compensation & benefits, employer branding, and long-term talent pipeline development through partnerships with academic institutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition Strategy:

- Own and execute the talent acquisition roadmap across verticals and geographies.

- Work closely with business leaders to understand workforce planning and future talent needs.

- Establish and monitor talent acquisition metrics (TAT, offer-to-join ratio, cost per hire).

Hiring Excellence:

- Ensure hiring processes are structured, inclusive, and aligned to the Group's values.

- Lead senior-level and strategic hiring mandates.

- Leverage technology (ATS/HRMS) and data to enhance efficiency and decision-making.

Employer Branding:

- Strengthen organisation's employer brand across platforms (LinkedIn, campus, social media).

- Design and drive campaigns to position the organization as a preferred employer in healthcare and social impact sectors.

Compensation & Benefits:

- Develop and review salary structures, incentive programs, and benefits schemes in collaboration with the VP-HR.

- Benchmark compensation with industry standards to attract and retain talent.

- Support annual performance-linked increment and bonus cycles.

University Relations & Early Talent Pipeline:

- Establish partnerships with nursing colleges, social work schools, and health management institutes.

- Design internship and management trainee programs to build a future-ready workforce.

- Represent the Group in campus events, competitions, and career fairs.

Talent Pooling & Market Intelligence:

- Maintain talent pipelines for critical and recurring roles.

- Monitor market trends in hiring, compensation, and talent movement to advise business proactively.

Team Leadership:

- Build, guide, and mentor a high-performing recruitment and C&B team.

- Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

1. Education: Postgraduate in HR / Business Management from a reputed institute.

2. Experience: 8-12 years of progressive experience in recruitment and C&B

3. Industry Knowledge: Talent Acquisition preferably in healthcare, services, or social sector with Pan-India hiring for clinical, operational, and corporate functions

4. Skills: Strong network with academic institutions and recruitment partners.

The Organization is a Series A invested company with over 1200 employees with Corporate office in Bengaluru and eldercare centers in Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad & Coimbatore; Senior living communities Chennai, Coimbatore, Pondy, Kancheepuram and Bengaluru.