Talent Acquisition Lead - Chennai

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Lead

Location: Chennai, India
Experience: 4+ years in Talent Acquisition
Industry: Open (Preference for candidates with Sales hiring experience)

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic Talent Acquisition Lead to drive recruitment strategies, ensure timely hiring, and enhance workforce diversity. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in hiring for Sales functions, diversity hiring, managing hiring within TAT, and leading campus hiring initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Sales Hiring:

• Partner with business leaders to understand hiring needs for the Sales function and develop sourcing strategies.
• Identify and attract top sales talent across levels through various sourcing channels.
• Ensure the selection of high-performing sales professionals aligned with business goals.

2. Diversity Hiring:

• Drive diversity-focused hiring initiatives to ensure an inclusive workforce.
• Develop partnerships with diversity-focused job boards, networking groups, and recruitment events.
• Implement best practices to improve the representation of underrepresented groups.

3. Hiring within TAT (Turnaround Time):

• Optimize recruitment processes to meet hiring deadlines without compromising quality.
• Track and report recruitment metrics, ensuring adherence to predefined TATs.
• Work closely with stakeholders to expedite approvals and minimize hiring bottlenecks.

4. Campus Hiring:

• Design and execute campus recruitment programs to attract fresh talent.
• Build relationships with universities and business schools to enhance employer branding.
• Manage campus hiring events, internships, and graduate trainee programs.

Key Requirements:

✅ 4+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, with a strong focus on Sales hiring.
✅ Proven expertise in diversity hiring strategies.
✅ Experience in campus hiring initiatives and university relations.
✅ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet hiring TATs.
✅ Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA/PGDM in HR or equivalent.
• Experience in high-volume hiring environments.
• Prior experience in a B2B or B2C sales-driven organization.