Talent Acquisition Specialist

Pocket FM | Building the Future of Entertainment

With 100 Billion+ minutes streamed annually, 120 minutes of daily average listening time, and 6 Billion+ total audio plays on our platform, Pocket FM is on a mission to build the world's largest AI-powered audio streaming platform.

What sets us apart We're an AI-first company, leveraging cutting-edge generative AI to transform every part of our ecosystem—from content creation and language localization to marketing, distribution, and monetization. Our in-house AI has already powered 10% of US revenue and is listening through original, AI-generated audio series. We're also expanding into new storytelling formats like comics and web novels, all built on the foundation of our proprietary AI platforms.

At Pocket FM, we believe in more than just ambitious goals. We offer end-to-end ownership, freedom to innovate, and the chance to solve never-seen-before problems. You don't need to have done this before—what matters is adaptability, a growth mindset, and the drive to build something truly world-class

About the Role

Pocket FM is on the lookout for a driven and strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist to help us scale our business functions. You'll play a pivotal role in identifying, mapping, and hiring top business talent across strategy, growth, revenue, and partnerships—fueling the next phase of our growth.

What You'll Own

I. Business Talent Acquisition

• Own end-to-end hiring for critical business roles across Revenue, Strategy, Growth, Monetization, and Partnerships.
• Collaborate with business leaders to understand team needs, define success profiles, and plan hiring roadmaps.
• Build and manage a strong pipeline of high-quality candidates aligned with Pocket FM's growth strategy.

II. Market Mapping & Strategic Sourcing

• Proactively source passive talent using Boolean search, filters, and competitive market intelligence.
• Conduct org mapping, track talent movements, and develop talent heatmaps across key industries.
• Stay ahead of the curve with a deep understanding of talent trends in tech, media, and content-led businesses.

III. Candidate & Stakeholder Management

• Deliver a consistent, high-quality candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Act as a strategic advisor to hiring managers, enabling fast and data-driven hiring decisions.
• Maintain accurate hiring reports, dashboards, and ATS data to ensure full process transparency.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience in business hiring, preferably in high-growth startups or fast-paced environments.
• Strong expertise in sourcing, market mapping, and closing mid to senior-level business talent.
• Proven ability to manage multiple roles simultaneously with sharp prioritization and execution.
• Familiarity with tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, Naukri, ATS systems, and Excel/Sheets.
• Clear communication, high ownership, and a bias for action.
• Exposure to content or consumer tech sectors is a plus.