Talent Acquisition Specialist

Bayfield Food Ingredients; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayfield Food Ingredients is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our HR team in Kerala. The ideal candidate has 0-2 years of experience with a postgraduate HR qualification and strong communication skills.

You will handle end-to-end recruitment, source candidates through multiple channels, engage with applicants, coordinate interviews, and build a robust talent pipeline. This role offers growth in a dynamic, fast-growing food ingredients company.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in HR preferred.
• 0-5 years of recruitment or talent acquisition experience; freshers with HR qualification encouraged to apply.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with candidates and stakeholders.
• Good listening, coordination and relationship-building abilities.
• Proactive, ownership mindset with willingness to learn recruitment tools.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Recruitment: source, screen, interview, and coordinate offers.
• Candidate Sourcing through job portals, LinkedIn, and networks.
• Candidate Engagement: maintain positive candidate experience.
• Interview Coordination: schedule interviews and gather feedback.
• Stakeholder Coordination with department heads and hiring managers.
• Talent Pipeline Development for current and future roles.
• Recruitment Reporting and tracker maintenance.
• Employer Branding: support Bayfield's reputation as an employer of choice.
• Continuous Improvement: explore new sourcing methods to improve hiring quality and speed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Organization

Time management

Ownership

Proactiveness

Stakeholder management

Candidate engagement

Education

Postgraduate HR qualification (MBA HR / PGDM HR)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About The Opportunity

A fast-growing player in the food ingredients and flavor innovation sector, we empower global food brands with next-gen taste solutions through science-led formulation and sustainable sourcing. Our mission-driven culture values precision, curiosity, and agility- making every hire a strategic partner in building the future of food.

Role Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic, people-oriented, and proactive Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our HR team. The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in recruitment, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to connect with people at different levels.

This opportunity is suitable for candidates with 0-2 years of experience, including fresh graduates with a postgraduate qualification in HR who are eager to build a career in talent acquisition and human resources.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Recruitment: Support the recruitment process, from understanding manpower requirements to sourcing, screening, interviewing, and coordinating offers.
• Candidate Sourcing: Identify suitable candidates through job portals, LinkedIn, professional networks, employee referrals, and other recruitment channels.
• Candidate Engagement: Maintain effective communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process and ensure a positive candidate experience.
• Interview Coordination: Schedule interviews, coordinate with hiring managers, follow up on feedback, and ensure timely closure of open positions.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Work closely with department heads and hiring managers to understand job requirements, candidate profiles, and recruitment priorities.
• Talent Pipeline Development: Build and maintain a database of potential candidates for current and future hiring needs.
• Recruitment Reporting: Maintain recruitment trackers, update candidate records, and monitor hiring progress and timelines.
• Employer Branding: Support initiatives to strengthen Bayfield's reputation as an attractive workplace.
• Continuous Improvement: Explore new sourcing methods and recruitment practices to improve the quality and speed of hiring.

Skills And Competencies

• A postgraduate qualification in Human Resources (MBA HR, PGDM HR, or equivalent) is preferred.
• 0-5 years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition; freshers with a postgraduate qualification in HR are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with candidates and internal stakeholders.
• Good listening, coordination, and relationship-building abilities.
• A positive attitude, confidence, and willingness to learn.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Proficiency in MS Office and a willingness to learn recruitment tools and HR systems.
• A proactive, approachable, and professional attitude with a strong sense of ownership.

We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is passionate about people, enjoys interacting with different personalities, and is keen to understand what makes a candidate the right fit for a role and the organisation.

The ideal candidate should be a good communicator, a patient listener, a confident relationship builder, and someone who can work collaboratively while taking responsibility for assigned recruitment activities.

Benefits And Cultural Highlights

• An opportunity to build a strong foundation in talent acquisition and HR.
• Exposure to diverse recruitment requirements across functions and levels.
• Globally experienced leadership
• The opportunity to work closely with business leaders and hiring managers.
• A collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
• Scope to learn, take ownership, and grow with an expanding organisation.

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