Talent Acquisition Specialist
Action Tesa, Delhi
About the Company
Action TESA is seeking a high-impact, hands-on Talent Acquisition Specialist with deep market understanding, strong head-hunting capability, and a network-first approach. This role is not a passive recruitment role but a market-facing hunter who can spot, engage, and onboard top-tier talent from top organizations.
About the Role
The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for end-to-end hiring cycle for mid to senior leadership roles across functions. This role will also manage strategic talent processes, succession planning, and leadership development once key hires are onboarded.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end hiring cycle for mid to senior leadership roles across functions.
- Aggressively headhunt from leading competitor firms, new-age companies, and high-growth environments.
- Conduct market mapping and talent intelligence to identify passive candidates.
- Build deep networks across Operations, Manufacturing, R&D, and Corporate functions.
- Be physically present in the market – attend events, visit campuses, and hold external meet-ups to scout high-quality profiles.
- Drive recruitment branding with precision – create visibility for Action TESA in target talent pools.
- Create and manage a strong pipeline for critical, time-sensitive mandates.
- Partner with Business Heads to define hiring strategy and ensure alignment with performance culture.
- Maintain a high conversion ratio from interview to offer-to-joining.
- Track and reduce Time to Fill and Cost per Hire.
- Leverage tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, Naukri RMS, ATS, and headhunting techniques.
- Support the HR Head in building a Talent Review framework and succession plans for critical roles.
- Coordinate and support the implementation of Leadership Development Programs and HiPo identification.
- Facilitate performance calibration discussions across teams.
- Maintain a database of top internal talent and propose career progression strategies.
- Ensure a seamless onboarding experience and 90-day integration for new leaders.
Requirements
- Hardcore headhunting experience with a proven track record of closing leadership mandates.
- Strong network in industries like manufacturing, process industries, building materials, or infrastructure.
- Excellent executive presence, influencing ability, and stakeholder management.
- High-energy, market-driven, and thrives in non-hierarchical, high-ownership environments.
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver quality hires on aggressive timelines.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in Executive Search, Recruitment Consulting, or internal hiring in a growth-stage organization.
- Understanding of talent retention and engagement strategies.
- MBA in HR or equivalent from a reputed institution.
Location & Work Mode
- Location: Delhi (Corporate Office – Action TESA)
- Work Mode: Onsite