Talent Acquisition - Partner

Kotak Mahindra Bank; Indore District, Chennai, Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Kotak Mahindra Bank is seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner in Indore to lead end-to-end hiring across functions. You will design talent pipelines, drive bulk and leadership hiring, and partner with business leaders to align recruiting with strategy.

The role emphasizes employer branding, candidate experience, and data-driven process optimization to attract top talent in a competitive market.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of experience in Talent Acquisition or related field, including leadership and lateral hiring.
• MBA/PGDM degree in HR/Industrial Relations or equivalent.
• Proven track record of end-to-end recruitment, including bulk and leadership hiring in large enterprises.

Responsibilities

• Strategic workforce planning with business leaders to anticipate hiring needs.
• Employer branding collaboration with marketing to attract candidates.
• Candidate sourcing and pipeline management across diverse channels.
• End-to-end recruitment from job descriptions to onboarding.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience with clear communication.
• Data analysis and reporting of time-to-hire and retention metrics.
• Promote diversity and inclusive hiring practices.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Communication

Analytical skills

Market awareness

Adaptability

Education

MBA/PGDM HR/IR

Tools

ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems)

Recruitment software

Job description

Key roles and responsibilities

• Strategic workforce planning: Collaborates with business leaders and hiring managers to anticipate future hiring needs, define talent gaps, and create a long-term staffing strategy.
• Employer branding: Works with marketing and HR to develop and promote the company's employer brand, enhancing its reputation to attract top-tier candidates.
• Candidate sourcing and pipeline management: Uses diverse channels, including social media, networking, and industry events, to proactively build relationships with potential candidates, including passive talent.
• End-to-end recruitment: Oversees the entire hiring lifecycle, from creating compelling job descriptions and screening candidates to coordinating interviews and managing the offer and onboarding process.
• Candidate experience: Ensures a positive and transparent experience for all candidates through clear and regular communication throughout the process.
• Data analysis and reporting: Tracks recruitment metrics, such as time-to-hire and retention rates, to identify trends and continuously optimize hiring processes.
• Diversity and inclusion: Develops and implements inclusive hiring practices to promote a diverse and equitable workforce.

Essential skills for a Talent Acquisition Partner

• Strategic thinking: Understands the broader business model and aligns hiring practices with long-term company objectives.
• Communication: Possesses excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills to engage with candidates and internal stakeholders.
• Analytical skills: Uses data to analyze and improve recruitment outcomes.
• Market awareness: Stays current with industry hiring trends, market conditions, and competitor strategies.
• Technology aptitude: Is proficient with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment software.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic environment and is resilient when facing hiring challenges.

Desired Candidate Profile

• 3-8 years of experience in Talent Acquisition or related field (Leadership Hiring, Lateral Hiring).
• MBA/PGDM degree in HR/Industrial Relations or equivalent qualification.
• Proven track record of successful end-to-end recruitment processes with a focus on bulk as well as leadership hiring in large enterprises.