Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist

Location: Bangalore - BCIT

Experience: 37 years

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist to execute end-to-end recruitment activities. This role involves partnering with hiring managers, understanding business needs, developing sourcing strategies, and driving the recruitment lifecycle from talent mapping to onboarding. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in technical and non-technical hiring, excellent stakeholder management, and a proven ability to attract top talent in a competitive market.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end recruitment (EOE) across multiple functions, including requirement gathering, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, offer negotiation, and onboarding.
• Partner with business leaders and hiring managers to understand hiring needs and workforce planning.
• Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies using job portals, social media, professional networks, referrals, and advanced sourcing techniques (X-ray, Boolean, etc.).
• Drive full recruitment lifecycle for niche, leadership, and bulk hiring roles.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Track recruitment metrics (TAT, conversion ratios, source mix) and provide regular hiring status updates to stakeholders.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure quality delivery.
• Stay updated with market intelligence and industry trends to strengthen talent acquisition strategies.

Years of Experience:

• 35 years of experience in end-to-end recruitment (IT / Non-IT) with proven success in handling multiple roles.

Educational Qualification:

• Bachelors / Masters degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Certifications in recruitment, HR, or talent management (preferred but not mandatory).

Skill Set Required:

Must have:

• Strong experience in end-to-end recruitment lifecycle (technical & non-technical).
• Proficiency in sourcing using job boards, ATS, LinkedIn, Boolean & X-ray search, referrals, and networking.
• Strong stakeholder and vendor management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver within tight deadlines.

Nice to have:

• Experience in GCC hiring or setting up new teams.
• Market Intelligence (talent mapping, salary benchmarking, competitor analysis).
• Knowledge of HR processes (onboarding, compliance, documentation).

About SMC Squared:

At SMC Squared, people are the foundation of our success. We help leading US and multinational companies accelerate digital transformation by building and managing Global Capability Centres with fully integrated, strategically aligned, and valued teams. Our people-first approach creates opportunities for talented professionals to grow, contribute, and thrive, while enabling organizations to scale intelligently.

As part of Hexaware Technologiesa global leader in IT, BPO, and consultingwe deliver greater value through enhanced digital capabilities, automation platforms, and a shared commitment to people-centric transformation. Join us and be part of a purpose-driven company where your ideas matter, your work makes a global impact, and your career can reach new heights.

Join us and be part of a purpose-driven company where your ideas matter, your work has a global impact, and your career can reach new heights.

EEO Statement:

SMC Squared is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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