Talent Acquisition Associate

Job Description
Managing the full recruitment lifecycle. This includes building candidate pipelines, coordinating interviews, and ensuring a smooth and positive candidate experience.
Job Title: HR Recruiter/Talent Acquisition Associate
Location: Kolkata (New Town-Rajarhat)
Type: Full-Time (On-Site)
Overview:
We are looking for a skilled and proactive HR Recruiter to manage our hiring process and attract top talent. The successful candidate will collaborate with hiring managers, use sourcing strategies to
build talent pools, and help shape our employer brand in the market.
Key Responsibilities:
· Source candidates via Job Portals, LinkedIn and referrals
· Screen resumes and conduct initial phone or video interviews
· Schedule and coordinate interviews with hiring teams
· Manage applicant tracking system (ATS) and maintain candidate records
· Communicate offers and manage negotiation processes
· Provide regular reports on hiring metrics
· Enhance employer branding initiatives
· Ensure an inclusive and bias-free hiring process
HR Recruiter Roles and Responsibilities
The HR recruiter roles and responsibilities have grown more strategic in today’s competitive hiring environment. Beyond scheduling interviews or posting ads, recruiters now act as talent advisors, data analysts, and culture advocates.
Let’s break down the key HR recruiter roles and responsibilities:
1. Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development
Recruiters proactively build a pool of qualified candidates using various tools and platforms.
Example: Building a pipeline of front-end developers by joining GitHub groups, LinkedIn communities, and tech meetups.
2. Job Requirement Analysis
Before any posting goes live, recruiters work with hiring managers to define the ideal candidate profile, must-have qualifications, and success metrics.
Example: Conducting a kickoff call to identify key traits and deal-breakers for a product marketing hire.
3. Candidate Screening & Evaluation
HR Recruiters review applications, conduct initial interviews, and assess cultural fit.
Example: Using structured interview scorecards to ensure fair and objective candidate evaluation.
4. Interview Coordination
Recruiters schedule interviews, ensure hiring panels are prepared, and follow up with all parties post-interview.
Example: Creating interview guides and scheduling panel rounds with calendar integration tools.
5. Offer Management & Negotiation
Crafting compelling offers and managing expectations during negotiation phases is a crucial function.
Example: Benchmarking competitor salaries to make market-aligned offers that support hiring and retention.
6. Employer Branding
Recruiters represent the company externally. They ensure candidates have a consistent and positive experience.
Example: Updating company profiles on job boards, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn to reflect company culture and benefits.
Duties and Responsibilities of HR Recruiter
An HR Recruiter’s daily duties go beyond just filling open positions. They are crucial in ensuring the hiring process is efficient, compliant, and candidate-friendly, while aligning with the company’s overall talent strategy. Here’s a closer look at what HR recruiters typically do on a daily basis:
1. Write and Update Job Descriptions
Crafting clear, compelling, and accurate job descriptions is fundamental. This involves collaborating with hiring managers to understand the specific skills, experience, and qualifications required for each role. Recruiters regularly review and update job postings to ensure they reflect the current needs and company culture, as well as to attract the right candidates.
2. Screen Resumes and Shortlist Candidates
A critical responsibility is the initial screening of resumes and applications to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications. This may include using ATS filters, manual resume reviews, and scoring candidates based on key criteria such as skills, experience, and education to create a shortlist for hiring managers

Skills
Talent Acquisition

Experience
0-2 yrs

Work arrangement
No