Head Talent Acquisition
- Global BPO & IT
- 15 - 23 years
- Chennai
- 15 hours ago
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Job Description
Position: Head of Recruitment
Location: Chennai, India Experience: Minimum 15 years in Talent Acquisition, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within BPO/IT sectors Reports To: Chief Human Resources Officer / Global Talent Leader
Role Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Head of Recruitment to lead our global talent acquisition strategy. This role demands a seasoned professional with a proven track record in building high-performing recruitment teams, driving strategic hiring initiatives, and elevating employer branding across international markets. The ideal candidate will be a persuasive communicator, a data-driven decision-maker, and a passionate advocate for talent excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Talent Planning: Develop and execute a forward-looking recruitment roadmap aligned with global business objectives and workforce planning.
- Leadership & Team Development: Inspire, mentor, and manage a diverse recruitment team across geographies. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Global Talent Acquisition: Oversee end-to-end hiring processes for all verticalsIT, BPO, and corporate functions. Champion diversity and inclusion in hiring practices.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with C-suite leaders and business heads to anticipate talent needs and deliver on critical hiring mandates.
- Employer Branding: Position the company as an employer of choice through strategic branding, social media presence, and campus engagement.
- Technology & Analytics: Leverage ATS, HRIS, and recruitment analytics to optimize hiring efficiency, candidate experience, and funnel performance.
- Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to global labor laws, data privacy regulations, and internal audit standards.
Qualifications & Skills
- 15+ years of progressive experience in recruitment, with deep exposure to BPO and IT hiring
- Proven leadership in managing large-scale recruitment operations across multiple geographies
- Strong strategic thinking and execution capabilities
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
- Proficiency in recruitment technologies, data analytics, and vendor management
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent preferred
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Certainly! Here's the enhanced version of the Head of Recruitment job description, now incorporating expertise in recruitment projects, research, and employer branding:
Position: Head of Recruitment
Location: Chennai, India Experience: Minimum 15 years in Talent Acquisition, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within BPO/IT sectors Reports To: Chief Human Resources Officer / Global Talent Leader
Role Overview
We are seeking a strategic and visionary Head of Recruitment to lead our global talent acquisition function. This role requires a seasoned leader with deep expertise in recruitment operations, project management, research-driven hiring strategies, and employer branding. The ideal candidate will be a compelling communicator, a data-savvy strategist, and a passionate advocate for talent excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Talent Planning: Design and implement a global recruitment strategy aligned with business goals and workforce planning.
- Recruitment Projects Leadership: Lead and manage high-impact recruitment transformation projects, including process optimization, automation, and digitization initiatives.
- Research & Market Intelligence: Drive recruitment research initiatives to analyze talent trends, competitor benchmarks, and emerging hiring practices. Translate insights into actionable strategies.
- Employer Branding & EVP: Build and execute a compelling employer branding strategy to position the company as an employer of choice. Develop and promote the Employee Value Proposition (EVP) across digital and offline channels.
- Team Leadership & Development: Inspire and mentor a high-performing recruitment team across geographies. Foster a culture of innovation, agility, and accountability.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with business leaders and HR partners to anticipate talent needs and deliver on critical hiring mandates.
- Technology & Analytics: Leverage ATS, CRM, and analytics platforms to enhance recruitment efficiency, candidate experience, and funnel performance.
- Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to global labor laws, data privacy regulations, and internal audit standards.
Qualifications & Skills
- 15+ years of progressive experience in recruitment, with significant exposure to BPO and IT hiring
- Proven track record in leading recruitment projects and transformation initiatives
- Strong background in recruitment research, talent mapping, and market intelligence
- Demonstrated success in building and executing employer branding strategies
- Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills
- Proficiency in recruitment technologies, data analytics, and vendor management
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent preferred
Job Classification
Industry: BPM / BPOFunctional Area / Department: Human ResourcesRole Category: Recruitment & Talent AcquisitionRole: Head - RecruitmentEmployement Type: Full timeContact Details:
Company: Global BPO & ITLocation(s): Chennai
Keyskills: Hiring talent strategy Branding recruitment research Recruitment Lateral Hiring Research Talent Sourcing
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