Manager - Talent Acquisition

OneDigital Entertainment; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital media company in Mumbai is seeking a Manager – Talent Acquisition to drive end-to-end recruitment for creative roles. This position involves collaborating with department heads, sourcing candidates through various channels, and supporting HR operations. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in talent acquisition within the digital or creative sectors. Strong negotiation and leadership skills are essential for ensuring a smooth hiring process and onboarding experience.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in Talent Acquisition with HR Operations exposure.
• Experience in digital, media, or creative industry preferred.
• Strong understanding of creative and digital media hiring needs.

Responsibilities

• Own the full recruitment lifecycle including closing offers.
• Partner with department heads to define role requirements.
• Source candidates through job portals and networking.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Communication

Proactive problem solving

Job description

We’re looking for a Manager – Talent Acquisition who can own end-to-end recruitment while also supporting key HR operations. This role blends strategic hiring with hands‑on execution and is ideal for someone experienced in digital, creative, and media talent hiring.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition

• Own the full recruitment lifecycle—from understanding hiring briefs to closing offers
• Partner with department heads to identify hiring needs and define role requirements
• Write compelling, accurate job descriptions aligned with our creative culture
• Source candidates through job portals, LinkedIn, referrals, and networking
• Hire for digital media and creative roles, including:
• Business Development (BD)
• Artist Managers / Talent Managers/ Music Non Music
• Digital marketing and production roles
• Conduct initial screening calls to assess skills, cultural fit, and motivation
• Coordinate interview schedules, feedback loops, and final hiring decisions
• Negotiate compensation packages and manage offer rollouts
• Ensure a smooth onboarding experience for new hires

HR Operations

• Support onboarding, orientation, and employee documentation
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with company policies
• Coordinate with finance for payroll inputs and employee data
• Track probation periods, confirmations, and employee lifecycle events

Employer Branding

• Strengthen employer brand through social media and creative hiring campaigns
• Organize recruitment drives, networking events, and campus engagements
• Collaborate with the marketing team on career pages and hiring creatives

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 8+ years in Talent Acquisition with exposure to HR Operations
• (Agency, digital, media, or creative industry experience preferred)
• Strong understanding of creative, digital media, production, and marketing hiring needs
• Proven expertise in active and passive sourcing
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple roles simultaneously
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment

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