Assistant Manager Recruitment

Job Description : Assistant Manager - Recruitment

Position :

Assistant Manager - Recruitment

Department :

Human Resources / Talent Acquisition

Reports To :

Manager / Senior Manager - Talent Acquisition

Job Summary :

We are seeking a dynamic and technically astute Assistant Manager - Recruitment to lead our talent acquisition for technology teams. This role demands a professional who not only masters full-cycle recruitment but also understands the intricacies of IT roles, from software development to cloud infrastructure. You will be responsible for building high-performing engineering teams and acting as a strategic talent partner to our technology leaders.

Key Responsibilities :

1. End-to-End Recruitment :

Manage the full-cycle recruitment process for mid to senior-level positions within assigned business units.(It and Non IT Hiring)

Partner with hiring managers to understand job requirements, create detailed Job Descriptions (JDs), and define candidate profiles.

Source candidates through various channels, including job portals, social media (LinkedIn, etc.), employee referrals, and databases.

Screen, shortlist, and conduct initial interviews to assess candidate fit.

Facilitate the interview process, including scheduling and coordinating with interview panels.

2. Offer Management & Negotiation :

Prepare and extend offer letters to selected candidates.

Lead salary negotiation discussions, ensuring alignment with internal benchmarks and candidate expectations.

Manage pre-employment background checks and other post-offer formalities.

3. Stakeholder & Team Management :

Act as a primary recruitment partner for department heads and hiring managers in Operations, Support, and other functions.

Provide guidance and support to junior recruiters or recruitment coordinators, ensuring team targets are met.

Maintain regular communication with stakeholders on recruitment status, market insights, and challenges.

4. Onboarding & Candidate Experience :

Oversee a seamless pre-onboarding and onboarding process for new hires.

Coordinate and participate in induction / orientation sessions to ensure a smooth integration.

Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the recruitment lifecycle.

5. Reporting & Process Improvement :

Generate weekly and monthly recruitment reports on key metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, source effectiveness, offer acceptance rate).

Maintain and update recruitment dashboards to provide real-time insights to leadership.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in recruitment policies and processes.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

Experience :

5-7 years of progressive experience in end-to-end recruitment, preferably within a fast-paced environment.

Full-Cycle Expertise :

In-depth knowledge of the entire hiring process, from sourcing and screening to offer rollout and onboarding.

Stakeholder Management :

Proven ability to build strong relationships and manage communications with senior stakeholders.

Negotiation Skills :

Strong skills in salary negotiation and closing offers.

Technical Proficiency :

Advanced MS Excel skills for data analysis and reporting (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, Charts).

Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR software.

Communication :

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

What We Offer :

A dynamic and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Competitive compensation and benefits package.

The opportunity to play a critical role in shaping the organization's talent landscape.