Lead - Talent Acquisition

Role & responsibilities

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Talent Acquisition professional to join our HR team. The ideal candidate will come with a strong background in general insurance and will be responsible for driving end-to-end recruitment strategies, building talent pipelines, and ensuring timely closures of positions across verticals.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the talent acquisition requirements of assigned verticals and implement best practices.
• Build robust pipelines and sourcing strategies tailored to business needs.
• Partner closely with stakeholders to ensure positions are closed within defined timelines.
• Gather and analyze market intelligence on competitor landscape, talent pool, and compensation trends.
• Optimize the use of multiple recruitment channels to ensure efficiency.
• Monitor and maintain cost per hire as per set goals, with continuous improvement.
• Drive attrition action planning in collaboration with business leaders.
• Take ownership of new HR projects and initiatives.

Specialized Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional people and stakeholder management skills.
• 10+ years of experience in team handling and talent acquisition.
• Strong business acumen and ability to align talent strategies with organizational goals.
• Deep understanding of recruiting and sourcing processes.
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in data preparation and recruitment analysis.
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).

Qualifications

• Proven experience in talent acquisition within the general insurance sector.
• Strong track record of managing recruitment pipelines and closing positions effectively.
• Qualification: Postgraduate, MBA in HR preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.