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Posted 16 May, 2026

Contractual || Senior Recruiter

Instawork
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Full Time
Reference: 102_699571_4659349006

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Recruiter to lead and execute full-cycle recruitment for mid-level to leadership-tier roles. This role requires a sophisticated approach to talent acquisition, focusing on headhunting, executive search, and building high-impact leadership pipelines. You will serve as a talent partner to business leaders, mentoring the wider People team while driving the evolution of our recruitment standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute comprehensive search strategies for senior leadership and specialized mid-level positions.

  • Move beyond bulk methods to leverage headhunting, professional networking, and passive candidate engagement.

  • Lead the complete recruitment lifecycle-from conducting deep-dive intake sessions with leadership to managing complex offer negotiations.

  • Act as a consultant to department heads to define organizational structures, manpower planning, and talent profiles.

  • Leverage AI-based recruitment tools and data-driven insights to optimize hiring quality and reduce time-to-hire.

  • Design and roll out strategic initiatives, including executive referral programs, to attract top-tier industry talent.

  • Maintain executive-level dashboards and recruitment metrics to provide strategic updates to the leadership team.

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Experience: Minimum 4 years of experience in talent acquisition, with a proven track record of closing mid-level to senior leadership roles in both tech and non-tech.

  • Search Expertise: Strong experience in niche sourcing and executive search methodologies; ability to engage with high-level professionals.

  • Leadership: Demonstrated experience in managing or mentoring junior team members or interns.

  • Tech Savvy: Hands-on experience with ATS platforms (e.g., Greenhouse) and modern recruitment tools; exposure to AI hiring automation is a significant plus.

  • Communication: Exceptional negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at the C-suite level.

  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to conceptualize and execute lucrative, high-quality referral and networking programs.

Why Join Us

  • High-Impact Ownership: Lead strategic hiring decisions that directly shape the company's leadership trajectory.

  • Leadership Roadmap: Opportunity to build and scale a recruitment function within a high-growth environment.

  • Direct Visibility: Work closely with the leadership team on talent strategy and organizational design.

  • Total Rewards: Competitive compensation package, including modern perks like commute allowances and curated workspace meals.

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