Senior Manager Talent Acquisition

Job Title :

Talent Acquisition Manager / Head - Pan India

Company : Autobahn Corporation, Kerala, Maharashtra & Goa

Location : Cochin ,

Kerala

(with travel across branches as needed)

Department : People & Culture

Reports To : Head – Human Resources / CHRO

Experience :

10–15 years in Talent Acquisition , preferably with prior

Team Lead exposure in Recruitment Consultancy

About Autobahn Corporation

Autobahn Corporation is one of Kerala’s premier automotive retail and service companies, known for its commitment to innovation, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence. With a strong footprint across the state and partnerships with leading automobile brands, we are focused on building a future-ready workforce that drives growth and quality.

Position Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Talent Acquisition Manager to lead end-to-end recruitment efforts across all functions and locations. This role requires a keen understanding of talent trends, employer branding, stakeholder management, and the ability to meet manpower requirements in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment Strategy & Execution

o Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies aligned with business goals.

o Lead and manage the full-cycle recruitment process : sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer management, and onboarding.

o Work closely with department heads to forecast staffing needs and create job descriptions.

o Build strong talent pipelines through job portals, social media, campus drives, employee referrals, and recruitment agencies.

o Promote the company’s employer brand through digital platforms and targeted campaigns.

o Represent the company in career fairs and industry events.

o Collaborate with senior leadership and hiring managers to understand team dynamics and talent needs.

o Ensure timely communication and coordination across all stakeholders during hiring processes.

o Optimize recruitment workflows using ATS or HRIS systems.

o Monitor key hiring metrics (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, quality of hire).

o Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies during recruitment activities.

o Guide and mentor the recruitment team (if applicable), ensuring targets and SLAs are met.

o Conduct regular training for hiring managers on interviewing techniques and bias-free hiring.

Key Skills & Qualifications