Head - Talent Acquisition - Global Operations
Head - Talent Acquisition - Global Operations
About Us:
Talpro is leading the way in transforming the talent acquisition landscape.
We deliver innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective recruitment solutions tailored to todays business needs.
Our mission is to offer comprehensive hiring strategies that address immediate recruitment demands while laying the groundwork for long-term success.
Job Description:
Location: Bangalore, India (Hybrid work model)
Experience: 15+ years in talent acquisition (with at least 5 years in a leadership role)
Scope: Lead global and India talent acquisition efforts
Team & Budget: Manage a large recruiting team and oversee a hiring budget of approximately 1 Crore
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition leader to head our companys recruiting function on a global scale.
In this strategic yet hands-on role, you will design and drive the overall talent acquisition strategy to support our fast-growing business, while ensuring effective execution of hiring goals.
You will spearhead recruitment across India and international locations, attracting top talent in key domains such as AI/ML, product engineering, and digital transformation.
The ideal candidate is both a visionary strategist and a results-driven executor, capable of building strong hiring processes, leading high-performing teams, and delivering on ambitious talent needs.
This role is based in Bangalore with a hybrid work arrangement, and will involve close collaboration with senior leadership to shape the workforce of the future .
Key Responsibilities (KRAs):
Talent Acquisition Strategy:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive global talent acquisition strategy aligned with business objectives and growth plans .
- This includes workforce planning in partnership with business leaders to anticipate hiring needs and ensuring talent pipelines for current and future skill demands.
Leadership & Team Management:
- Lead, mentor, and motivate a large team of recruiters and TA professionals across India and other geographies.
- Set clear performance KPIs, provide coaching and development, and foster a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
End-to-End Recruitment Operations:
- Oversee the entire recruitment life cycle from talent sourcing, employer branding, and interviewing, through offer negotiation and onboarding ensuring a smooth and positive candidate experience globally .
- Drive operational excellence to meet closure targets for all open positions across business units and regions.
Strategic Sourcing & Talent Pipelines:
- Design innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent in niche and high-demand areas (e.g., AI/ML, data science, product engineering, digital transformation).
- Leverage multi-channel recruitment approaches including social media, networking, referral programs, campus hiring, and partnerships to build robust talent pipelines .
Employer Branding & EVP:
- Champion the companys Employer Value Proposition (EVP) and lead employer branding initiatives.
- Work closely with Marketing/HR to enhance our presence on job platforms, social media, and industry events, positioning the company as an employer of choice in the tech and digital domain .
Stakeholder Management:
- Partner closely with C-level executives and department heads (Engineering, Data/AI, Product, etc.) to understand talent needs and advise on hiring strategies.
- Act as a trusted advisor on recruitment best practices, market talent trends, and competitive hiring insights, ensuring alignment of TA efforts with the broader business strategy .
Process Improvement & Systems:
- Define and continuously improve the talent acquisition processes, frameworks, and tools.
- Implement best-in-class recruitment technologies (ATS, CRM, AI-based tools) and assessment methodologies to increase efficiency and quality of hire.
- Use data and analytics to drive decision-making, track hiring metrics (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, quality-of-hire, diversity metrics), and identify areas for improvement.
Budget & Vendor Management:
- Manage the talent acquisition budget (~1 Crore) and optimize spending for maximum ROI .
- Oversee relationships with external recruitment partners and vendors (agencies, RPO providers, job boards); negotiate contracts and ensure vendors deliver value and support hiring targets.
Compliance & Best Practices:
- Ensure that all recruitment activities comply with relevant local and international employment laws and regulations, as well as internal policies.
- Uphold best practices in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) throughout the hiring process, promoting fair and unbiased hiring practices.
Global Coordination:
- Coordinate recruitment efforts across multiple regions (India, APAC, EMEA, Americas), ensuring a consistent talent acquisition strategy while adapting to local talent landscapes.
- Collaborate with global HR and Talent teams to integrate global initiatives and share best practices across regions.
Reporting & Talent Analytics:
- Prepare and present regular reports to senior management on recruiting progress, challenges, and achievements.
- Provide insights on market trends and talent availability, and refine strategies based on data trends and feedback.
Continuous Improvement:
- Stay abreast of latest trends in talent acquisition and innovative hiring techniques .
- Continuously experiment with new approaches (e.g., employer branding campaigns, referral incentives, technology assessments) to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of hiring.
- Lead or contribute to special projects such as employer awards submissions, career site enhancements, or recruitment marketing campaigns as needed.
Requirements:
Qualifications & Experience:
- Experience: 15+ years of progressive experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, including 5+ years in a leadership role managing teams and strategy .
Experience in fast-paced, high-growth or transformational environments is highly desirable .
- Global Exposure: Proven expertise in managing global recruitment efforts, with familiarity in hiring across India and other international markets (such as North America, Europe, and APAC) .
- Understanding of multicultural recruitment practices and ability to work across time zones is important.
- Domain Knowledge: Strong background in hiring for technology and digital roles e.g., software engineering, AI/ML, data analytics, cloud, product development, digital transformation at scale .
- Ability to quickly grasp skill requirements in emerging tech domains and adapt sourcing strategies accordingly.
- Leadership & Communication: Excellent leadership skills with experience building and leading large teams.
- Able to inspire and develop talent, and influence senior stakeholders effectively .
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the credibility to engage with C-suite and represent the company externally.
- Strategic & Analytical Mindset: Demonstrated ability to think strategically while executing tactically.
- Proficiency in using data and metrics to drive recruitment strategies and decision making .
- Experience with recruitment analytics, reporting dashboards, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with modern recruiting systems and tools (Applicant Tracking Systems, CRM, sourcing platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter, etc.).
- Awareness of AI-driven recruitment tools and social media recruiting techniques.
- Experience implementing new recruitment technologies or process automation is a plus.
- Budget Management: Experience managing recruitment budgets or resource plans, with a track record of optimizing cost-per-hire and efficiently allocating resources.
- Education: Bachelors degree in HR, Business, or related field (Masters/MBA preferred).
- Relevant certifications (e.g., SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or specialized talent acquisition certifications) are an advantage.
- Additional Qualities: High integrity, results-oriented, and adaptable.
- Innovative mindset with a willingness to challenge the status quo in talent acquisition.
- Strong understanding of employment law and compliance in multiple jurisdictions.
- A passion for employer branding and candidate experience excellence.
Why Join Us? (What We Offer)
In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape the talent landscape of a global organization and make a lasting impact by building the teams that drive our success.
If you are a dynamic Talent Acquisition leader who thrives on both strategic planning and hands-on execution, we invite you to apply and lead our journey to attract the best talent in the industry
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