HR Executive - Talent Acquisition

Index; Pune District; On-site; INR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Index is seeking an HR professional focused on Talent Acquisition (80%) with HR Operations support (20%). The ideal candidate will handle end-to-end recruitment, manage stakeholder expectations, and oversee basic employee lifecycle processes.

Key responsibilities include sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer management, and building a strong talent pipeline. Prior experience in IT/ERP recruitment is advantageous, and the role requires great communication and organizational skills in a

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in Talent Acquisition / HR.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.
• Experience in IT/ERP/Technology recruitment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for technical and non-technical roles.
• Coordinate with hiring managers and draft job descriptions.
• Source candidates via LinkedIn, portals, referrals, and agencies.
• Screen CVs and conduct initial interviews; coordinate interview rounds.
• Manage salary discussions, offers, and pre-joining documents.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Sourcing

CV screening

Stakeholder management

Interview coordination

Negotiation

HR processes

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business Admin

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS / HRIS

Job description

Job Description:

Role Overview

We are looking for an HR professional with a strong focus on Talent Acquisition (80%) along with supporting HR Operations (20%). The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in end-toend recruitment, strong stakeholder management skills, and a basic understanding of employeelifecycle processes.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition – 80%

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for technical and non-technical positions.
• Understand hiring requirements and coordinate closely with hiring managers.
• Draft and post job descriptions across relevant job portals and professional platforms.
• Source candidates through LinkedIn, job portals, employee referrals, recruitment agencies,and other channels.
• Screen CVs and conduct initial HR screening/interviews.
• Shortlist candidates based on job requirements and organizational fit.
• Coordinate technical, managerial, and HR interview rounds.
• Maintain regular communication and follow-up with candidates throughout the hiringprocess.
• Manage salary discussions, negotiations, and offer closures.
• Prepare and coordinate offer letters and pre-joining documentation.
• Maintain recruitment trackers and provide regular hiring status updates.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future requirements.
• Coordinate background verification and pre-employment formalities, where applicable.
• Ensure a smooth candidate experience from initial contact through joining.
• Support employee referral programs and other recruitment initiatives.
• Work towards achieving hiring timelines and recruitment targets.

HR Operations – 20%

• Support employee onboarding, documentation, and joining formalities.
• Maintain employee records and HR master data.
• Assist with attendance, leave, and HRIS-related activities.
• Support probation confirmation and performance review processes.
• Assist with employee engagement activities and HR communications.
• Coordinate exit formalities, asset handover, and Full & Final settlement inputs.
• Prepare basic HR reports, MIS, and trackers.
• Support HR policies, processes, and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate with Finance, IT, Admin, and other departments for employee-relatedrequirements.

Requirements

Required Skills

• Strong experience in Talent Acquisition and recruitment.
• Excellent sourcing and candidate screening skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good stakeholder management and coordination abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple open positions simultaneously.
• Strong negotiation and follow-up skills.
• Good understanding of HR processes and employee lifecycle.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Experience & Qualification

• Experience: 2–5 years in Talent Acquisition / HR.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a relatedfield.
• Experience in IT/ERP/Technology recruitment will be an added advantage.