Job Description: Senior HR Recruiter

Overview:

A Senior HR Recruiter is responsible for leading the recruitment process, identifying top talent, and supporting organizational hiring strategies. They typically handle complex or senior-level roles and may mentor junior recruiters.

Key Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end recruitment (sourcing → interviewing → hiring → onboarding)
Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and job requirements
Develop and execute effective recruitment strategies
Source candidates through job portals, social media, referrals, and networking
Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews
Coordinate and lead interview processes with stakeholders
Negotiate salary offers and close candidates
Maintain and update applicant tracking systems (ATS)
Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process
Track recruitment metrics (time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, etc.)
Mentor and guide junior recruiters

Skills Required

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent negotiation and persuasion abilities
Deep understanding of recruitment techniques and hiring trends
Ability to assess candidate fit (technical + cultural)
Time management and multitasking
Problem-solving and decision-making skills
Familiarity with ATS and HR software
Networking and relationship-building skills

Educational Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
MBA/PGDM in HR (preferred but not mandatory)

Work Experience

Typically 4–8+ years in recruitment or talent acquisition
Experience handling mid to senior-level hiring
Prior experience in a specific industry (IT, healthcare, finance, etc.) may be required

Work Environment

Corporate HR departments or recruitment agencies
Office-based or hybrid/remote roles
Fast-paced, target-driven environment

Career Progression

Senior HR Recruiter
Talent Acquisition Lead
HR Manager
HR Business Partner
Head of Talent Acquisition

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