Senior Manager - Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning - Development Sector

A Global development consultancy group is hiring for the profile of Senior Manager - Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning.
Location: Delhi (with engagement across India & international programs)
Experience: 10+ years (Prior exposure to development sector or project-driven environments is strongly preferred)
About the Role:
This is a hands-on, immersive role for someone who thrives at the intersection of execution and strategy - translating complex, program-driven talent needs into timely and high-quality hiring outcomes. The role requires strong discipline, attention to detail, and the ability to partner closely with senior stakeholders across geographies.
This is not a coordination-only role. The incumbent will be personally accountable for hiring outcomes and actively involved in delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
End-to-End Talent Acquisition
- Lead and deliver end-to-end hiring across core, program, and project roles (India and international).
- Own role scoping, screening, assessments, interview coordination, offer management, and closure.

- Ensure speed, quality, and consistency across hiring cycles.
Deep Program & Thematic Engagement
- Work closely with Program Leads, Thematic Heads, and Project Leads to understand evolving workforce needs.
- Participate in regular reviews to anticipate hiring demand and plan proactively.
- Act as a trusted advisor on workforce structuring and sequencing of hires.
Stakeholder Management & Cadence
- Establish and run regular Talent Acquisition check-ins with HR representatives and program teams.
- Serve as the central integrator across HR, Finance, Compliance, and program teams on hiring matters.
- Maintain clear communication, tracking, escalation, and closure discipline.
Systems & Process Strengthening
- Lead TA systems and process initiatives, including ATS optimisation, hiring SOPs, and governance frameworks.
- Drive consistency, documentation, and process rigour across hiring.
Workforce Planning & Market Insight
- Support leadership with workforce planning informed by program pipelines, budgets, and talent availability.
- Share insights on market trends, talent risks, and hiring bottlenecks.
Employer Branding & Talent Pipelines
- Strengthen the company's presence in the talent ecosystem through referrals, academic institutions, and targeted outreach.
- Build pipelines for recurring and hard-to-fill roles.
What We Are Looking For:
- 10-15 years of experience in Talent Acquisition / Workforce Planning
- Experience in development sector, consulting, or program-driven organisations
- Strong execution discipline and comfort working hands-on
- Proven ability to work closely with senior leaders and complex stakeholders
- High attention to detail, follow-through, and ownership mindset
- Ability to operate effectively across ambiguity and competing priorities
Qualifications & Experience:
- Postgraduate qualification in Human Resources, Management, Social Sciences, or a related discipline
- 10-12+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition and workforce planning roles
- Demonstrated experience hiring across multiple role types - core, program, project, and leadership roles
- Prior exposure to development sector or project-driven environments is strongly preferred
- Experience working with senior leadership and cross-functional, multi-geography teams
- Hands-on experience with ATS platforms, hiring workflows, and recruitment governance frameworks