Talent Partner

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 1000000 - Rs 1700000 (ie INR 10-17 LPA)

Min Experience: 3 years

Location: Mumbai

JobType: full-time

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage end-to-end hiring across both technical and non-technical roles. This role goes beyond traditional recruitment, requiring a deep understanding of business needs, team dynamics, and evolving hiring priorities. The ideal candidate will partner closely with hiring managers to identify the right talent, build strong pipelines, and deliver a seamless candidate experience. In addition to core hiring responsibilities, this role also involves contributing to employer branding initiatives and leveraging modern tools, including AI-driven solutions, to enhance recruitment efficiency. This position is well-suited for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, takes ownership of outcomes, and is passionate about building high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, team context, and success criteria
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from role intake to offer closure
• Conduct structured candidate screenings to assess skills, problem-solving ability, and cultural alignment
• Build and maintain proactive talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs
• Ensure a positive candidate experience through clear communication and timely updates
• Maintain accurate hiring data, trackers, and documentation with strong attention to detail
• Manage relationships with external staffing and augmentation partners
• Coordinate onboarding processes and monitor partner performance against quality standards
• Drive employer branding initiatives to attract top talent
• Utilize AI-enabled recruitment tools to streamline hiring processes and improve efficiency
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align hiring strategies with business goals
• Continuously improve recruitment processes and implement best practices

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 3–7 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment operations
• Experience hiring for technical, product, design, or specialized roles
• Strong understanding of recruitment processes and hiring dynamics
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• High attention to detail with strong organizational abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive mindset with strong ownership and accountability
• Experience in employer branding, campus hiring, or HR partnership is a plus
• Familiarity with market mapping, executive search, and volume hiring
• Comfort with using modern recruitment tools and AI-driven platforms
• Strong problem-solving skills with a candidate-first approach
• Passion for building teams and connecting talent with opportunities