Senior Manager - Recruitment

Title: Senior Manager - Recruitment

Location: Yelahanka, Bangalore

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Manager - Recruitment to lead and drive our recruitment business. This is a senior leadership position requiring a strong blend of strategic vision, operational execution, and business acumen. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing large teams, managing end-to-end recruitment delivery, and driving business growth through client acquisition and management.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Team Management

• Build, lead, and mentor high-performing recruitment teams.
• Oversee the performance and development of delivery teams, ensuring targets are met.
• Implement best practices and scalable processes to improve efficiency.
• Foster a high-performance, client-focused culture within the team.

2. Business Strategy & Growth

• Develop and execute recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Identify new business opportunities, drive revenue growth, and expand market presence.
  
• Work closely with senior leadership to set financial and operational targets.
• Develop and manage recruitment budgets, forecasting, and P&L responsibilities.

3. Client Acquisition & Management

• Build strong relationships with existing clients, ensuring continued business growth.
• Identify and acquire new clients, expanding our portfolio of recruitment services.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their workforce needs and providing tailored recruitment solutions.
• Negotiate contracts and service agreements with clients to maximize business potential.

4. Recruitment Delivery & Operations

• Oversee end-to-end recruitment delivery, ensuring timely fulfilment of client requirements.
• Implement streamlined recruitment processes to improve efficiency and quality.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
• Monitor recruitment trends, market conditions, and competitor activity to stay ahead in the industry.

5. Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Collaborate with internal teams, senior executives, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
• Manage vendor relationships and partnerships to enhance recruitment capabilities.

Key Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in recruitment, with a strong focus on delivery management and business growth.
• Proven experience leading large recruitment teams and managing high-volume hiring projects.
• Strong track record in client acquisition, relationship management, and business expansion.
• Deep understanding of recruitment delivery models, workforce planning, and talent strategies.
• Hands-on experience in setting up new recruitment teams and driving operational success.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in IT, Engineering, BFSI, or niche recruitment industries.
• Exposure to global recruitment markets (UK, US, Europe, APAC).

Familiarity with ATS platforms, recruitment analytics, and AI-driven hiring solutions