Associate Manager, Talent Acquisition - Hybrid - Pune, India

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Talent Acquisition Associate Manager to support our growing talent needs in Pune, India. In this role, you will be responsible for driving end-to-end recruitment processes, partnering with global business leaders, and ensuring a strong pipeline of top talent that aligns with our organizational goals. The Associate Manager will report to the Director of Global Talent Acquisition.

• Recruitment Strategy & Execution 

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for mid- to senior-level positions across business units. 

• Collaborate with global hiring managers to define job requirements, candidate profiles, and selection criteria. 

• Use data-driven insights to develop sourcing strategies and reduce time-to-fill. 

• Sourcing & Candidate Management 

• Leverage multiple sourcing channels, including job portals, employee referrals, and social networks. 

• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future hiring needs. 

• Ensure an exceptional candidate experience throughout the hiring process. 

• Team Collaboration & Stakeholder Management 

• Partner with HR business partners and global department heads to forecast talent needs. 

• Guide, coach, and support talent acquisition partners and contractors; coordinate with third-party recruitment agencies when needed. 

• Serve as a point of contact for hiring queries, budgets/forecasts, and recruitment metrics. 

• Process Improvement & Reporting 

• Optimize recruitment processes, tools, and systems for greater efficiency. 

• Track key recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, offer acceptance rate) and provide regular updates to leadership. 

• Ensure compliance with company policies and Indian labor laws. 

• Represent the company at job fairs, industry events, and campus hiring drives. 

• Create and maintain reports from the ATS (Applicant Tracking System) to support recruitment analytics and decision-making processes. 

• Analyze and control India budget reporting, ensuring accuracy, alignment with corporate financial goals, and timely submission of required reports. 

Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA/PGDM preferred. 

• 8-12 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition lead, preferably within a mid- to large-size private equity, SaaS, or computer software organization. 

• Proven experience hiring across multiple functions (e.g., technology, sales, operations). 

• Strong understanding of the Indian labor market and employment regulations. 

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. 

• Collaborate with global teams across regions to support cross-functional initiatives, share best practices, and drive alignment on key Talent Acquisition processes. 

• Proficient with Workday Recruiter and sourcing tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Naukri, Accurate Background etc.). 

• The ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a strong sense of urgency. 

• Ability to manage your own requisitions and lead by example in meeting KPIs. 

• Strong customer service orientation toward both candidates and internal stakeholders. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience in a multinational or matrix organization. 

• Prior experience managing or mentoring junior recruiters. 

• Knowledge of diversity hiring best practices.