Principal Recruiter

Uplers; Khordha; Remote; INR 8,00,000 - 12,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech hiring platform is seeking an experienced candidate for a remote role focused on client management and tech recruiting. Responsibilities include sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, and negotiating offers. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in recruitment, particularly in tech, and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive compensation and a supportive team culture for professional growth.

Benefits

Fully remote work environment

Competitive compensation + Incentives

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in handling product engineering roles/SAAS space.
• Proficient in client interactions and requirement gathering.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and assess tech talent using innovative strategies.
• Conduct initial screenings, evaluating competencies.
• Drive negotiations between candidates and stakeholders.

Skills

Client Management

Boolean search

Negotiation

Niche hiring

Sourcing

Job description

Experience: 4+ years

Salary: INR 800000-1200000 / year (based on experience)

Expected Notice Period: 30 Days

Shift: (GMT+05:30) Asia/Kolkata (IST)

Opportunity Type: Remote

Placement Type: Full Time Permanent position (Payroll and Compliance to be managed by: Uplers)

What do you need for this opportunity?

Must have skills required: Client Management, Client Requirement Gathering, Boolean search, Negotiation, Niche hiring, Sourcing

Uplers is Looking for: Welcome to Uplers, a turbo-charged hiring platform, where we build top-tier tech teams in India faster than you can say "disruption!"

We’re not a typical hiring partner. We’re like a well-oiled machine fueled by nine powerful values: integrity, respect, trust, empathy, and the courage to keep it real (we call it "being candid").

We don’t just take the back seat—we take charge, focus on growth like it’s our middle name, and obsess over our customers like they’re our favorite playlist on repeat. Oh, and if data had a fan club, we’d be the founding members.

At Uplers, we live and breathe innovation, solving problems like it’s a sport. And change? It’s our best friend. We’re a tribe of growth junkies—ruthlessly ambitious and hungry for success. But a fair warning—this isn’t a journey for the faint-hearted. We’re a bold, growth-hungry team looking for people ready to ride the waves of change and scale new heights together. Ready to disrupt the status quo with us? Let’s make a difference together!

What You’ll Be Doing (Day in the Life):

• Talent Scout & Deal Closer: Leverage your insider knowledge of the tech talent market in India and global to source the best and brightest, and seal the deal faster than you can say “You’re hired!”
• Revenue Trailblazer: Own the numbers. Your execution will be revenue-oriented, but your approach? Always consultative, finding tailored solutions for each unique client need.
• Data Analysis & Interpretation: Collect and analyze data from HR tools, maintain quality through regular audits, and ensure accurate reporting.
• Candidate Assessment: Conduct initial screening, evaluating both technical and behavioral competencies. Ability to cross-question and assess candidates' alignment with technical requirements and cultural fit.
• Specialized Role Hiring: Work independently on niche technology roles, using innovative sourcing strategies to attract high-quality candidates.
• Boolean Search Expertise: Proficient in utilizing Boolean search techniques on platforms like Naukri, LinkedIn Recruiter, ZipRecruiter, and others to source qualified candidates.
• Negotiation & Engagement: Drive effective negotiation conversations, ensuring candidate expectations are aligned with company offerings while balancing internal stakeholder requirements.

Must-Have Superpowers:

• Product Company Recruitment Savvy: Your knowledge of the market for tech talent in India is second to none. You understand the unique needs of product companies and how to fulfill them.
• Ownership & Revenue Focus: Goals don’t scare you. They inspire you. You’re here to grow accounts and make it rain.
• Consultative Approach: You’re not just selling; you’re advising, strategizing, and delivering value every step of the way.
• Adaptability & Agility: The market changes fast, but you change faster. Learning and pivoting is your default mode.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Obstacles are just opportunities in disguise, and you’ve got the X-ray vision to see right through them.
• Collaborative Spirit: Whether it’s an internal team or a client, you’re all about creating synergy and finding win-win solutions.

Skills Required:

• Ideal candidates must be from the Recruitment agency industry, with a minimum of 3+ years of experience in handling product engineering roles/SAAS space.
• Must have Client facing capabilities and directly interact with clients to gather new requirements, and follow up on Submittals, interviews, and placements.
• Must have good communication (Written & oral), team building, Leadership, and presentation skills.
• Ability to multitask and juggle several responsibilities simultaneously
• Good attention to detail and organizational skills
• Familiarity with ATS and data-driven recruitment approaches.
• Strong negotiation and cross-questioning abilities.

What We Offer:

• Fully remote work environment.
• Competitive compensation + Incentives and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and high-impact roles.
• Supportive team culture that encourages professional growth.

How to apply for this opportunity?

• Step 1: Click On Apply! And Register or Login on our portal.
• Step 2: Complete the Screening Form & Upload updated Resume
• Step 3: Increase your chances to get shortlisted & meet the client for the Interview!

About Uplers: Our goal is to make hiring reliable, simple, and fast. Our role will be to help all our talents find and apply for relevant contractual onsite opportunities and progress in their career. We will support any grievances or challenges you may face during the engagement.

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