Assistant Manager Talent Acquisition

ASSISTANT MANAGER – TALENT ACQUISITION

Location: Gurgaon

Job Summary

The Assistant Manager – Talent Acquisition will support the execution of recruitment strategies to meet the operational hiring needs of aviation ground handling services. This role involves managing high-volume recruitment across functions such as ramp services, baggage handling, customer service, and technical support. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in operational hiring, strong sourcing capabilities, and a commitment to delivering a seamless candidate experience in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment Execution & Process Management
• Manage end-to-end recruitment for frontline and support roles, ensuring timely and quality hires.
• Source candidates through job portals, aviation institutes, referrals, and social media platforms.
• Coordinate interview scheduling, assessments, and selection processes.
• Ensure compliance with aviation regulatory requirements including background checks and security clearances.
• Workforce Planning & Coordination
• Assist in forecasting hiring needs based on operational schedules and seasonal trends.
• Collaborate with HRBPs and station managers to align recruitment efforts with workforce plans.
• Maintain recruitment trackers and update hiring status regularly.
• Candidate Experience & Engagement
• Ensure smooth candidate communication throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Support onboarding processes and gather feedback to improve candidate experience.
• Participate in employer branding activities and job fairs to attract talent.
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Work closely with hiring managers to understand role requirements and provide recruitment support.
• Liaise with external recruitment partners and vendors for sourcing and compliance.
• Support the Head – TA in reporting and stakeholder updates.
• Technology & Reporting
• Utilize ATS and recruitment tools to manage candidate pipelines and job postings.
• Generate basic recruitment reports and dashboards for internal review.
• Identify opportunities to improve recruitment processes and tools.
• Compliance & Inclusion
• Ensure recruitment practices adhere to labor laws, aviation safety standards, and internal policies.
• Promote inclusive hiring practices and support diversity initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in talent acquisition, preferably in high-volume or operational environments.
• Exposure to aviation, logistics, or similar industries is an advantage.
• Familiarity with recruitment compliance and security clearance processes is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong sourcing and candidate engagement skills.
• Proficiency in ATS platforms and job boards.
• Good communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, operational setting.