Talent Acquisition Manager - Telecom

We are looking for a dynamic and result-oriented Talent Acquisition Manager to lead end-to-end recruitment for a fast-growing Telecom organization. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong execution capability who can build robust hiring pipelines, drive employer branding, and ensure timely closure of critical positions across technical, operations, and corporate functions.

The TA Manager will work closely with the COO and VP to understand manpower planning, business expansion needs, and workforce strategy, ensuring the right talent is hired at the right time.

Candidates based in Mumbai will be preferred.

Lead and manage complete recruitment lifecycle across all levels and functions

Partner with COO & VP to align hiring strategy with business growth plans

Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies for telecom-specific roles

Build strong talent pipelines for technical, field operations, NOC, RF, fiber, and corporate roles

Drive employer branding initiatives and candidate experience

Manage internal TA team and external recruitment partners/vendors

Monitor recruitment KPIs: TAT, cost per hire, source effectiveness, and offer-to-join ratio

Implement structured interview and assessment processes

Ensure adherence to manpower budgets and approval workflows

Maintain and optimize ATS/database for talent tracking

Support onboarding coordination and workforce planning

810 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, with telecom industry exposure preferred

Strong understanding of telecom roles: RF, NOC, Fiber, O&M, rollout, project, and corporate hiring

Experience in stakeholder management with senior leadership

Proven track record of hiring at scale within tight timelines

Strong sourcing, negotiation, and vendor management skills

Data-driven approach with strong reporting and analytical ability

Excellent communication and team management skills