Talent Acquisition Specialist (UK Shift)

Overview

We are seeking a proactive Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our HR team supporting UK shift operations. This position is open to candidates with 0 to 2 years of experience in recruitment or related fields and is based in Gurugram with remote working options. The role includes comprehensive responsibilities in managing the recruitment cycle for IT and other positions within a US-based IT services environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hiring managers to refine and understand job requirements thoroughly.
• Utilize various sourcing channels including LinkedIn, job portals, referrals, and social media to attract potential candidates.
• Develop and apply Boolean search techniques to enhance candidate identification.
• Screen resumes and evaluate candidates initially based on skills and experience alignment.
• Conduct preliminary screening interviews assessing qualifications and communication abilities.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring teams efficiently.
• Maintain continuous communication with candidates to ensure a streamlined hiring experience.
• Track candidate progress and maintain detailed recruitment records within ATS/HRMS systems.
• Support salary negotiations, offer issuance, and manage pre-joining formalities.
• Build and sustain a robust talent pipeline for current and future recruitment needs.
• Prepare and present recruitment progress reports to management.
• Stay informed about the latest recruitment trends, sourcing strategies, and labor market conditions.

Qualifications and Skills

• Up to 2 years of experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, or HR staffing fields.
• Solid understanding of the complete recruitment lifecycle and processes.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn, job portals such as Naukri or Indeed, and other candidate sourcing platforms.
• Basic proficiency in Boolean search and other sourcing techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Effective organizational skills with an ability to handle several recruitment tasks concurrently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace suites.
• Capability to perform in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Preferred educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Management, or related disciplines.
• Previous internship or work experience in recruitment is advantageous.
• Experience recruiting for IT or technical roles is a beneficial plus.