Talent Acquisition Specialist

This role is for one of the Weekday's clientsSalary range: Rs 300000 - Rs 600000 (ie INR 3-6 LPA)Min Experience: 3 yearsLocation: PuneJobType: full-timeWe are seeking a dynamic and result-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in both IT and non-IT recruitment, with a strong ability to identify, attract, and hire top talent across various functions and leadership levels. You will play a key role in driving the end-to-end recruitment process, partnering closely with hiring managers and business leaders to deliver high-quality hires within defined timelines.RequirementsKey Responsibilities: End-to-End Recruitment: Manage the complete recruitment lifecycle including sourcing, screening, interviewing, negotiating offers, and onboarding candidates for IT and non-IT roles. IT & Non-IT Hiring: Effectively recruit for a diverse range of positions — from software engineers, DevOps, and data analysts to sales, marketing, HR, operations, and finance roles. Leadership Hiring: Drive strategic hiring for mid to senior-level positions by identifying high-caliber professionals through targeted sourcing and headhunting. Sourcing Strategy: Leverage multiple sourcing channels such as job portals, LinkedIn, professional networks, social media, and employee referrals to build a strong candidate pipeline. Stakeholder Management: Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, develop hiring strategies, and ensure alignment on candidate profiles and expectations. Candidate Experience: Deliver a seamless and positive candidate experience by maintaining transparent communication, timely feedback, and professionalism throughout the hiring process. Market Intelligence: Stay up to date with industry trends, compensation benchmarks, and talent availability to provide insights and recommendations to the business. Recruitment Analytics: Track and report recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and source effectiveness, to continuously improve hiring efficiency. Employer Branding: Collaborate with the HR and marketing teams to promote the company's employer brand, ensuring visibility and engagement across online platforms. Process Improvement: Continuously refine recruitment processes to enhance quality of hire, reduce turnaround time, and align with organizational goals. Required Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent; MBA in HR or related field is preferred. 3-5 years of experience in end-to-end recruitment, with a strong focus on both IT and non-IT roles. Proven experience in leadership hiring and handling niche or senior-level positions. Excellent sourcing skills using LinkedIn Recruiter, Naukri, and other professional platforms. Strong understanding of technical skill sets, market trends, and industry-specific hiring needs. Ability to manage multiple open positions simultaneously while maintaining a high quality of hire. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and a data-driven approach to hiring. Proactive, organized, and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment