Senior Director - Talent Acquisition - IT (15-20 yrs)

Key Responsibilities :

Recruitment Management:

- Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process, from sourcing to onboarding, ensuring a positive candidate experience.

- Implement innovative sourcing methods to attract skilled IT professionals.

- Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to identify the best-fit candidates for our organization, leveraging ATS tools effectively.

Strategic Planning:

- Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies aligned with the company's growth objectives.

- Collaborate closely with senior management to understand hiring needs and craft effective recruitment plans.

Process Development:

- Create and optimize recruitment processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

- Identify opportunities for automation and streamlining of procedures to reduce time-to-fill and enhance candidate experience. Team Leadership:

- Lead, inspire, and mentor a team of recruiters, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.

- Monitor team performance, set targets, and provide regular feedback and coaching.

Employer Branding:

- Enhance and promote our employer brand to attract top talent in the competitive IT industry.

- Cultivate relationships with local educational institutions and industry networks to tap into emerging talent pools.

Collaboration and Communication:

- Work closely with department heads and project managers to understand their staffing needs and provide strategic recruitment advice.

- Regularly update the leadership team on recruitment progress, challenges, and successes.

Compliance and Diversity:

- Ensure compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations.

- Champion diversity and inclusion efforts in the recruitment process.

Qualifications and Skills:

- MBA or equivalent in Human Resources, or a related field.

- Minimum of 20 years of proven experience and at least 3 years in the IT industry in talent acquisition within IT services companies.

- A strong background in utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).

- Strong leadership skills and experience managing a high-performing team.

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.

- In-depth knowledge of recruitment best practices, industry trends, and emerging technologies.

- Proficiency in ATS and other recruitment software.

- Certifications in HR or related fields are advantageous.