Talent Acquisition Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing Talent Acquisition team in India.

This role will play a key part in supporting recruitment activities across the business, partnering with stakeholders to identify, attract, and hire top talent for Version 1.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about delivering an exceptional candidate experience while driving recruitment excellence and supporting employer branding initiatives.

Key Responsibilities Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Manage the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle, from role briefing through to offer management and onboarding.

Partner with hiring managers to understand current and future hiring requirements and develop effective sourcing strategies.

Source, identify, and engage high-quality active and passive candidates across various channels.

Manage and evaluate inbound applications, ensuring timely and professional communication with candidates.

Conduct initial candidate screenings and interviews to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit.

Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.

Ensure all recruitment activities are managed efficiently and in line with company policies and processes.

Candidate Experience Deliver an exceptional candidate journey throughout the recruitment process.

Maintain regular communication with candidates and stakeholders, ensuring a positive recruitment experience.

Manage candidate expectations and provide timely feedback at all stages of the hiring process.

Employer Branding & Talent Attraction Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition Manager and Marketing team to strengthen and promote the Version 1 employer brand.

Develop and implement innovative attraction strategies tailored to different business units and talent markets.

Leverage social media, professional networks, and industry platforms to enhance candidate engagement and visibility.

Reporting & Stakeholder Management Track and report recruitment metrics and hiring progress on a weekly basis to the Head of Recruitment India and Talent Business Partners in the UK.

Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, providing market insights and recruitment recommendations.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Talent Acquisition function.

10 to 12 years of proven experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing through onboarding.

Demonstrated ability to partner with hiring managers and create detailed job specifications and hiring plans.

Strong expertise in sourcing talent through LinkedIn Recruiter, social media platforms, job boards, and other online channels.

Experience conducting candidate screenings, competency-based interviews, and talent assessments.

Proven ability to identify, engage, and attract passive candidates.

Strong candidate management skills, with a focus on delivering an outstanding candidate experience.

Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Strong analytical skills with experience reporting on recruitment metrics and hiring performance.

Collaborative team player with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

Open-minded, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement.

Preferred: Experience recruiting within the IT/Technology sector.

Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment technologies.

Experience working in a global or matrixed organization.