Recruiting Manager

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Hogarth is the Global Content Production Company. Part of WPP, Hogarth partners with one in every two of the world’s top 100 brands including Coca-Cola, Ford, Rolex, Nestlé, Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors, Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant, engaging, and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging. The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalisation, all mean that brands need different solutions.

Our global team of over 7,500 craft and technology experts brings together creative, production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever-changing world of today’s content experience.

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities.

Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.

WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

A Hybrid working model

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around three days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

What does a Recruiting Manager do at Hogarth?

Role summary :

We are seeking an experienced Recruiting Manager to lead and optimize our hiring efforts in Hyderabad for Hogarth. The role involves managing the end-to-end recruitment cycle, driving talent acquisition strategies, building strong employer branding, and ensuring a seamless candidate experience. The ideal candidate will be hands-on with sourcing while also leading a team of recruiters to deliver against aggressive hiring goals.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Strategy & Planning

Partner with business leaders and HR to forecast hiring needs and design recruitment strategies for India.

Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for critical roles.

Recruitment Operations

Oversee full-cycle recruitment (sourcing, screening, interviewing, negotiating offers, and onboarding).

Ensure adherence to hiring SLAs, compliance, and recruitment policies.

Leverage data and analytics to drive process efficiency and report hiring metrics.

Team Leadership

Manage, mentor, and develop a team of recruiters.

Allocate requisitions, monitor performance, and ensure consistent delivery of hiring outcomes.

Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with senior leaders, hiring managers, and HRBPs to align talent acquisition with business needs.

Serve as a trusted advisor on talent market insights and competitive intelligence.

Employer Branding

Partner with marketing and leadership teams to strengthen employer brand in India.

Drive initiatives for employee referrals, diversity hiring, and campus recruitment.

Technology & Process Excellence

Optimize use of ATS and recruitment tools for streamlined processes.

Continuously improve candidate experience and interview best practices.

Qualifications & Skills

8+ years of recruitment experience with at least 3 years in a managerial role in India.

Proven track record in scaling hiring operations for mid to large organizations.

Strong knowledge of the Indian talent market, labor laws, and recruitment practices.

Proficiency with ATS, HRIS, and sourcing platforms (LinkedIn, Naukri, etc.).

Excellent stakeholder management, influencing, and negotiation skills.

Data-driven mindset with ability to present metrics and insights to leadership.

Strong people management and coaching skills.

Shift Flexibility Requirement : The incumbent must be available and open to working flexible hours, with the potential for night shifts being required a few times per year during peak periods.

Our Hogarth Values : Hands on

No egos here. Just a shared drive to roll up our sleeves and make great things happen. Every project big or small, gets our full energy because we believe in doing things right. Every single time. It's how we deliver real results without cutting corners.

Honesty

We are real and authentic – with each other and in our work. Honest, direct communication builds the trust we need to collaborate, grow, and make meaningful things together. It’s not always easy but it’s always worth it.

Heart & Soul

We bring heart to everything we make. Passion, pride and relentless drive push us beyond “good enough” ––because we care deeply about our craft, and we’re always chasing better. We love what we do, and it shows.

Happy Family

Creating a space where everyone feels valued even when opinions differ, makes this a supportive and inclusive environment for our people. We embrace our differences, celebrate our wins together, and never lose our sense of humor.

Hungry

Curiosity keeps us hungry. We question, experiment, and always seek out what's next. We never settle, and we never stop learning.

Inclusion and Impact

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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