HR Manager - TA, India

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Role Summary: Our client partner is seeking an HR Manager – Talent Acquisition to drive their rapid scale-up in India. This role is the "engine" of the organization's growth, responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of attracting, hiring, and fully onboarding high-performing sales and field teams in the Pharma/Healthcare sector. As the primary architect of the "front-end" employee experience, you will build a scalable recruitment machine that ensures every new joiner in India is culturally aligned, operationally ready, and mission-driven from day one. Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Talent Acquisition (India Focus): Own the full recruitment lifecycle for the India market, focusing on scaling sales and field operations in Mumbai. Target, headhunt, and convert sales representatives and field leads specifically within the Pharma or Healthcar e sectors. Partner with the India Head and Chief Access Officer to build a sustainable talent pipeline for rapid expansion. Standardize recruitment workflows to ensure compliance with local labor practices and global brand standards. 2. End-to-End Onboarding & Integration: Manage all administrative onboarding, including contract generation, background checks, and documentation in coordination with Finance. Act as the 90-day guide for new hires, ensuring they are integrated into the company's tools, culture, and social impact goals. Monitor early-stage engagement metrics to ensure successful long-term retention. 3. Employer Branding & Storytelling: Lead recruitment campaigns that highlight the organization's mission and social impact to attract "mission-first" talent. Strengthen the employer brand in India through active storytelling and a consistent LinkedIn presence. Maintain recruitment tools and ATS systems to ensure a transparent, data-driven candidate experience. Requirements: 5–8 years of progressive recruitment experience, with a proven track record of directly managing the hiring of sales reps in Indian Pharma/Healthcare. Expertise in managing the onboarding process, including contract management and cultural orientation. Proven ability to headhunt talent through networks and active searching rather than relying on agencies. Confident engaging with field-level staff and global CXO leadership alike. A "roll-up-your-sleeves" attitude ready for a high-intensity, scale-up environment.

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