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upGrad is an online education platform building the careers of tomorrow by offering the most industry-relevant programs in an immersive learning experience. Our mission is to create a new digital-first learning experience to deliver tangible career impact to individuals at scale. upGrad currently offers programs in Data Science, Machine Learning, Product Management, Digital Marketing, and Entrepreneurship, etc. upGrad is looking for people passionate about management and education to help design learning programs for working professionals to stay sharp and stay relevant and help build the careers of tomorrow

Designation - Senior Associate – Talent Acquisition

Location: Bangalore

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 3+ Years

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic and result-driven Senior Associate – Talent Acquisition to join our growing HR team. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in the EdTech industry and possess a strong track record of managing bulk hiring along with sales and non-sales recruitment. This role requires someone who can thrive in a fast-paced environment, build strong stakeholder relationships, and ensure timely closure of critical hiring requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end recruitment for sales and non-sales functions across the organization.
Drive bulk hiring initiatives while maintaining quality of hire and turnaround time.
Source candidates through job portals, social media, employee referrals, and other recruitment channels.
Screen, assess, and schedule interviews with hiring managers.
Coordinate the complete recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to onboarding.
Collaborate with business leaders to understand workforce planning and hiring requirements.
Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
Ensure an excellent candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
Prepare recruitment reports, hiring dashboards, and MIS for leadership review.
Maintain recruitment data and ensure compliance with internal hiring processes.
Support employer branding and recruitment marketing initiatives.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree in any discipline (MBA/PGDM in HR is preferred).
Minimum 4 years of Talent Acquisition experience.
Mandatory experience working in an EdTech organization.
Proven experience in bulk hiring.
Hands-on experience hiring for both Sales and Non-Sales roles.
Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment portals.

Required Skills

Strong sourcing and interviewing skills.
Excellent stakeholder management.
Ability to handle multiple hiring requirements simultaneously.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Data-driven approach to recruitment.
Negotiation and offer management skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet hiring deadlines.
Proficiency in MS Excel and recruitment analytics.

Preferred Candidate Profile

Experience in high-volume hiring environments.
Strong understanding of recruitment metrics and hiring strategies.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Passion for building high-performing teams in a fast-growing organization.

Why Join upGrad

Opportunity to partner directly with business leaders and influence growth strategy.
High-impact role with a mix of strategic hiring and HR business partnering.
Fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture with significant learning and career growth opportunities.
Chance to contribute to one of India's most recognized EdTech organizations.

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