Associate Director - Talent Acquisition

Associate Director - Talent Acquisition (Non Tech)

Who are we

Myntra is India's leading fashion and lifestyle platform, where technology meets creativity. As pioneers in fashion e-commerce, we've always believed in disrupting the ordinary. We thrive on a shared passion for fashion, a drive to innovate to lead, and an environment that empowers each one of us to pave our own way. We're bold in our thinking, agile in our execution, and collaborative in spirit. Here, we create MAGIC by inspiring vibrant and joyous self-expression and expanding fashion possibilities for India, while staying true to what we believe in.

We believe in taking bold bets and changing the fashion landscape of India. We are a company that is constantly evolving into newer and better forms and we look for people who are ready to evolve with us. From our humble beginnings as a customization company in 2007 to being technology and fashion pioneers today, Myntra is going places and we want you to take part in this journey with us.

Working at Myntra is challenging but fun - we are a young and dynamic team, firm believers in meritocracy, believe in equal opportunity, encourage intellectual curiosity and empower our teams with the right tools, space, and opportunities.

Role Responsibilities

We are looking for a strategic and results-driven Talent Acquisition Lead to steer our hiring engine. You will be responsible for end-to-end TA strategy for high-impact roles while simultaneously mentoring a team of recruiters and optimizing our talent stack. Your goal is to build a diverse, high-performing workforce that scales with our 2026 growth commitments.

1. Strategic Talent Advisory

• Partner with Department Heads (Category, Revenue, Sales, Ops) to conduct quarterly workforce planning and gap analyses.
• Act as a subject matter expert on market trends, compensation benchmarks, and talent availability.
• Lead the Build vs. Buy conversationhelping managers decide when to upskill internally versus hiring externally.
• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders on workforce planning and talent needs.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in all hiring practices.

2. Full-Cycle Execution (High-Stakes Roles)

• Manage a personal portfolio of priority requisitions (Executive & Niche).
• Leverage advanced sourcing techniques beyond LinkedIn (Github, Slack communities, AI-driven sourcing tools).
• Deliver the best candidate experience, ensuring every applicanthired or notbecomes a brand advocate.

3. Campus Hiring Charter

• Design and execute a robust campus hiring program to attract early-career talent.
• Build long-term partnerships with universities, institutes, and student communities.
• Create innovative engagement strategies to nurture talent pipelines.
• Represent the company at external forums, universities, and industry events.
• Build and strengthen the employer brand to attract top talent.

4. Team Leadership & Operational Excellence

• Mentor & Coach: Provide weekly 1:1s to the team, focusing on negotiation tactics and candidate engagement.
• Process Design: Audit and improve the hiring funnel (from initial outreach to onboarding handoff) to reduce Time-to-Hire without sacrificing quality.
• DEI Integration: Implement blind screening processes and diverse slate mandates to ensure equitable hiring.

5. Data & Technology

• Oversee the health of our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and AI integration tools.
• Present monthly Talent Health Reports to leadership, highlighting metrics like Quality-of-Hire and Offer Acceptance Rates.

Who are we looking for

Experience:

-12+ years in full-cycle recruitment, with at least 5 years in a Lead or Senior capacity.

-Tech Savvy: Expert-level knowledge of modern ATS platforms (Greenhouse, Lever, etc.) and AI-sourcing assistants.

-Soft Skills: Exceptional persuasion skillsyou can navigate complex counter-offers and sell the company vision to passive candidates.

-Analytical Mindset: You enjoy digging into data to find out why a certain stage of the funnel is leaking candidates.

-Education: Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Psychology, or equivalent practical experience.

Skills & Competencies:

-Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making.

-Strong interpersonal and communication skills (story telling) with the ability to build relationships and influence across all levels of the organization.

-Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects with high autonomy and accountability.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Google Suite.

Presentation skills (PPT making).

Language Proficiency: English fluency.