Manager - Talent Acquisition

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients
Min Experience: 2 years
Location: Rajkot
JobType: full-time

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Manager – Talent Acquisition to join our team in Rajkot, leading end-to-end recruitment activities for the BFSI sector. This role involves not only delivering high-quality hiring outcomes for our clients but also managing and mentoring a team of 5–6 recruiters to ensure operational excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have an in-depth understanding of BFSI recruitment, and are passionate about matching top talent with the right opportunities, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment Strategy & Execution

• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for BFSI clients, from requirement gathering to successful onboarding.
• Understand client requirements in detail, including role specifics, skill expectations, and cultural fit.
• Develop targeted sourcing strategies to attract top-tier candidates from various channels such as job portals, LinkedIn, referrals, and professional networks.
• Screen resumes, conduct preliminary interviews, and shortlist candidates based on defined criteria.

2. Team Leadership & Management

• Manage, guide, and support a team of 5–6 recruiters to achieve recruitment targets.
• Provide regular training, mentorship, and feedback to improve recruiter performance and efficiency.
• Allocate tasks effectively, monitor progress, and ensure timely closure of positions.

3. BFSI Domain Expertise

• Leverage deep knowledge of the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance sector to identify the right talent pools.
• Keep track of BFSI industry trends, talent availability, and compensation benchmarks to advise clients effectively.
• Build and maintain a robust network of BFSI professionals for proactive hiring needs.

4. Client Relationship Management

• Maintain strong client relationships by understanding their evolving hiring needs and providing consultative recruitment support.
• Ensure service excellence and quick turnaround times in delivering quality candidates.
• Provide hiring insights, talent market trends, and recommendations to help clients make informed decisions.

5. Operational Excellence & Compliance

• Ensure recruitment operations are carried out in compliance with organizational policies and labor laws.
• Monitor key hiring metrics such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and quality-of-hire to improve efficiency.
• Use recruitment tools, ATS systems, and reporting mechanisms to streamline workflows.
  

Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 2 years in recruitment, preferably in BFSI hiring.
• Strong understanding of recruitment cycles, sourcing strategies, and assessment techniques.
• Proven experience in managing a small to medium-sized recruitment team.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and recruitment tools.