Associate Manager - Talent Acquisition

Job title : Associate Manager - Talent AcquisitionEntity : Evonik IndiaWork Location : ThaneReporting to : Talent Acquisition ManagerPurpose of the Position :Responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and attracting candidates to interviewing and hiring.This role will play a critical role in ensuring we attract and hire top talent to support our company's growth and objectives.Key Responsibilities :Sourcing Candidates:Utilize various channels to source potential candidates, including job boards, social media, networking events, and referrals.Develop and maintain a talent pipeline for future hiring needs.Screening and Interviewing:Reviewing CVs, shortlisting candidates and assisting in the recruitment processBased on the business need & situation, Liasoning with external recruitment agencies for closing positions on time.Conduct initial phone screenings and forward the best fit candidates for further shortlisting's.coordinate with hiring managers & other interview panel members to arrange the interviewsPrepare interview questions and evaluation criteria.Candidate Engagement:Build and maintain relationships with candidates throughout the hiring process.Provide candidates with information about the company, role, and culture.Collaboration with Hiring Managers:Work closely with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and develop job descriptions.Provide guidance on best practices for interviewing and selection.Partner with Business to track hiring needs and ensure alignment with the business goals.Offer Management:Prepare offer proposals & letters for the selected candidateNegotiate terms and conditions of employment, as necessary.Hiring Tools :Ensure effective & optimal utilization of recruitment systems and tools (e.g., Workday, LinkedIn & Naukri.com).Build and maintain strong candidate pipelines using a variety of sourcing channels including social media (LinkedIn), Job Board searches, Networking, and talent pools.Ensure compliance with relevant company policies & SOP throughout the hiring process as per applicability.Build and maintain relationships with external recruitment agencies, vendors, and partners to support recruitment efforts as needed.Education, Certification And/or Relevant Experience RequiredPreferred MBA with minimum 8-10 years of work experience in the relevant function.Recruitment experience in chemical / speciality chemicals is highly desirable.Additional Skills And Abilities Required For This PositionExcellent interpersonal skills including one-on-one interactionsExcellent written and vocal communication skills.Ability to work in a team environmentDemonstrate sound work ethicsBe consistent, respectful and flexibleTechnical Knowledge (E.g. specialized knowledge required to perform all the required tasks) Workday / Success FactorYour ApplicationTo ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at https://careers.evonik.com.Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.Your Talent Acquisition Manager:Sagar KhedekarCompany isEvonik India