MIT World Peace University - Manager - Talent Acquisition

Location: MIT World Peace University, Kothrud-Pune Campus

Preferred Experience: Candidates with prior experience in academic hiring are strongly preferred.

Job Purpose: The Talent Acquisition Executive is responsible for identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent, while fostering strong relationships with candidates and ensuring a positive experience throughout the hiring process.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic:

- Support MITWPU in identifying and retaining outstanding employees to drive institutional success.

- Streamline recruitment processes to efficiently attract and secure qualified candidates.

Operational:

- Analyze current staffing requirements and develop accurate projections.

- Design and execute employer branding initiatives to enhance visibility and appeal.

- Develop and manage effective employee referral programs.

- Leverage HRIS and recruitment marketing tools to optimize talent acquisition efforts.

- Formulate and implement strategic hiring plans.

- Conduct proactive sourcing to fill current positions and anticipate future needs.

- Oversee recruitment and selection processes, including interviews and screening procedures.

- Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment cycle.

- Assist in strategies for employee retention and development.

- Review employment applications and background checks.

- Identify and address bottlenecks in the recruitment process.

- Recommend strategies to improve employee retention.

- Monitor and report on HR and recruitment KPIs.

- Prepare and present detailed KPI reports.

- Employ targeted sourcing methods for challenging roles.

- Utilize metrics to identify areas for process improvement.

Collaborations:

- Supervise recruitment team members.

- Organize and participate in career fairs, assessment centers, and other recruitment events.

Academic Qualifications: BBA/B.Com/B.Sc and MBA in HR/PG in HR with 3 to 6 years of experience in recruitment.

External Representation: No external representation required.

Person Specification:

- Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Manager.

- Expertise in full-cycle recruiting, sourcing, and employment branding.

- Proficiency in various selection methods and techniques.

- Strong familiarity with social media and job boards.

- Commitment to understanding the duties and competencies associated with different roles.