Talent Acquisition Team Lead - Workplace Management

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Talent Acquisition Team Lead – Workplace Management

Human Resources – India

What this job involves:

Based in Mumbai or Bangalore and reporting to the Head of Talent Acquisition, REMS India, the Talent Acquisition Team Lead will drive strategic talent acquisition for India's workplace management/facility management business. You'll manage complex hiring initiatives, lead workforce planning efforts, and supervise a specialized team of 1-5 Talent Acquisition professionals. As a recruiting expert, you'll apply in-depth sourcing knowledge to solve complex talent challenges while shaping processes and influencing the future direction of talent acquisition for the business & clients across India.

Core Competencies:

Complex Hiring Initiatives & Workforce Planning Lead large-scale hiring programs for Workplace Management/Facility Management across multiple locations Partner with senior leaders to develop workforce plans aligned with growth targets Forecast talent needs, identify gaps, and develop proactive sourcing strategies In-Depth Technical Sourcing Knowledge Apply advanced sourcing methodologies to reach passive and specialized talent Design innovative multi-channel sourcing campaigns for hard-to-fill roles Build talent communities and stay current on sourcing technologies and intelligence tools Technical Recruiting Expertise & Guidance Serve as subject matter expert, providing guidance on complex searches Advise on market conditions, compensation trends, and talent availability Act as trusted consultant to HR Business Partners and business leaders Analytical Techniques for Complex Issues Utilize data analytics to diagnose challenges and optimize key recruitment metrics Generate market insights through competitor analysis and industry research Create dashboards translating data into actionable workforce intelligence Team Leadership & Staff Development Supervise and develop 1-5 Talent Acquisition Specialists Provide training, coaching, and performance management Foster high-performance culture and identify succession talent TA Process Improvements & Accountability Own accountability for talent acquisition process excellence Identify and implement improvements enhancing efficiency and candidate experience Champion change management and measure process effectiveness

What your day-to-day will look like:

Manage and develop a team of 1-5 Talent Acquisition Specialists focused on Workplace Management/Facility Management business hiring Lead complex, multi-location hiring initiatives and collaborate with business leaders on workforce planning, talent forecasting, and strategic hiring roadmaps Apply advanced sourcing techniques to identify and engage passive candidates for specialized technical positions Provide hands-on guidance and training to team members on complex searches and technical recruiting challenges Analyze recruitment data to identify trends, diagnose issues, and recommend solutions Design and implement process improvements that enhance recruitment efficiency and candidate experience Manage large hiring programs and cross-functional teams during peak demand or business expansion Partner with HR Business Partners and senior stakeholders to align talent strategies with business objectives Lead employer branding and talent community initiatives specific to Workplace Management/Facility Management business Oversee team performance metrics, ensuring delivery against SLAs and quality standards Participate in TA Leadership Team forums, contributing to India-wide capability building and process design Jump into critical searches personally when complexity, seniority, or business impact requires direct involvement Drive continuous improvement initiatives that influence the future direction of TA for the business line

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or higher 12–15+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience with demonstrated team leadership Proven track record managing complex hiring initiatives and workforce planning projects Experience supervising and developing recruitment teams (1-5 direct reports minimum) In-depth technical knowledge of advanced sourcing methodologies, tools, and platforms Strong analytical skills with ability to utilize data for complex problem-solving Demonstrated success implementing TA process improvements with measurable impact Experience managing large hiring programs and cross-functional collaboration Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills with senior business leaders Advanced proficiency with ATS systems, recruitment technologies, and talent analytics platforms

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in executive search or retained search environments Background scaling recruitment functions within high-growth organizations Prior involvement in employer branding, DEI initiatives, or workforce planning transformation Experience implementing recruitment technology or process automation solutions Track record influencing organizational strategy through talent insights Familiarity with regional and global talent acquisition operating models Ability to work in a fast paced and highly matrixed environment

What You Can Expect from Us:

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