Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist

Location: Hyderabad

Department: Human Resources

About Us

Deccan AI, founded by IIT Bombay and IIM Ahmedabad alumni, specializes in LLM model development and AI-first scaled operations. Based in SF and Hyderabad, our mission is to create AI for Good, driving innovation with positive societal impact

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our HR team. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent to support our company’s growth. You will work closely with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and execute recruitment strategies that align with our business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for various departments (sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring).
• Collaborate with hiring managers to create job descriptions and determine candidate profil
• es.Source candidates using a variety of methods (job boards, social media, networking, referrals, etc.).
• Conduct initial resume screenings and phone/video interviews.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews with hiring teams.
• Maintain and update applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment reports.
• Create and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for future hiring needs.
• Promote employer branding initiatives and create engaging candidate experiences.
• Ensure recruitment activities are in compliance with company policies and labor laws.
• Assist in onboarding new hires to ensure a smooth transition into the company.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in talent acquisition or recruitment in start-up.
• Proven experience with sourcing tools and applicant tracking systems (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Workday, Greenhouse, etc.).
• Strong understanding of full-cycle recruiting and talent acquisition best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple open roles and competing priorities.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with employment laws and HR practices.
• Experience with employer branding and recruitment marketing.
• Data-driven mindset with experience in recruitment analytics and reporting.