Talent Acquisition & HR Partner

Elevation Capital; India; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic investment firm in India is seeking a Talent Acquisition & HR Partner to manage hiring and HR operations in a hybrid setting. The role involves end-to-end hiring for tech and business positions, supporting onboarding, and driving employee engagement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have 5–8 years of experience in talent acquisition, preferably in startup environments, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of combined experience in Talent Acquisition and HR, preferably in startups or high-growth tech environments.
• Proven track record of independently closing multiple tech and non-tech roles.
• Deep understanding of startup dynamics and comfort with lean processes and ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end hiring for tech and business roles.
• Partner with founders and hiring managers on workforce planning and talent strategy.
• Manage onboarding and induction to deliver a seamless new-hire experience.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

HR Operations

Stakeholder Management

Employer Branding

Data-Driven Approach

Tools

ATS

HRIS

GSuite

Slack

Notion

Job description

Overview

This role is part of a portfolio company. We are looking for a driven Talent Acquisition & HR Partner to help us scale the team and strengthen the people foundation. In a hybrid setting, you will manage end‑to‑end hiring across tech and business roles, as well as HR operations and culture initiatives. If you enjoy the pace of startups, thrive on building from scratch, and love both finding great talent and creating an engaging workplace, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end‑to‑end hiring for tech and business roles— from sourcing to offer closure, ensuring a strong candidate experience
• Partner with founders and hiring managers on workforce planning and talent strategy
• Build and maintain a healthy talent pipeline through direct sourcing, referrals, and community engagement
• Drive employer branding initiatives across LinkedIn and startup networks to attract top talent
• Manage onboarding and induction to deliver a seamless new‑hire experience
• Support core HR operations— payroll coordination, HRIS updates, and compliance documentation
• Run employee engagement initiatives and feedback programs to strengthen culture and retention
• Partner with leadership on performance management, learning, and development efforts
• Track and report key people metrics (hiring funnel, retention, engagement insights) for leadership reviews
• Act as a culture ambassador— ensuring values, communication, and collaboration stay strong as we grow

Requirements

• 5–8 years of combined experience in Talent Acquisition and HR, preferably in startups or high‑growth tech environments
• Proven track record of independently closing multiple tech and non‑tech roles
• Deep understanding of startup dynamics and comfort with lean processes and ambiguity
• Hands‑on with modern HR and recruiting tools (ATS, HRIS, GSuite, Slack, Notion, etc.)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive, data‑driven, and people‑first mindset
• Experience in employer branding or campus programs