Talent Acquisition Specialist
At a glance
Mid-level Recruiting & Talent Acquisition role at Poncho Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. Bangalore · full-time.
Pay not stated Talent Acquisition Specialist salary
hrroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Run hiring from role intake through offer for technical openings across backend, frontend, DevOps, QA, product and data
- Build candidate pipelines through job sites, LinkedIn, referrals, professional networks and campus drives
- Screen applicants, align interview plans and feedback with hiring managers, and keep candidates informed through scheduling and offers
- Coordinate campus hiring and college partnerships, then use the ATS and dashboards to track recruiting activity
- Help deliver engagement activities and surveys, support performance reviews, and contribute to feedback frameworks
What you bring
- Three to four and a half years of hands-on technical recruitment, including work in a product company or startup
- An MBA in Human Resources and at least three years recruiting end to end, with tech and QSR hiring experience
- Experience with campus recruitment, stakeholder coordination and talent branding
- Comfort using ATS software and strong Excel skills for recruitment tracking and reporting
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits someone who can manage several technical vacancies under tight deadlines while also supporting people-focused HR work. The position is onsite in Bangalore. You should be available to start immediately or after a short notice period.
From the employer
About the Role
We’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist who is not just a recruiter—but a strategic hiring partner. This role is tailor-made for someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth startup environments, understands the nuances of tech hiring, and can work seamlessly under tight deadlines and high expectations.
You’ll play a key role in attracting and hiring top technical talent while contributing to other people-centric initiatives such as employee engagement, performance support, and culture building.
Key Responsibilities
🔹 Technical Recruitment (Primary Focus – 80%)
Own end-to-end recruitment for all tech roles including Backend, Frontend, DevOps, QA, Product, and Data etc
Build sourcing strategies using job portals, networks, LinkedIn, referrals, and campus drives
Conduct detailed screening and evaluations to ensure top-quality talent pipelines
Collaborate with hiring managers to understand role requirements, interview plans, and feedback loops
Manage candidate communication, interview scheduling, and post-offer engagement
Drive campus hiring programs and establish partnerships with top engineering and management colleges
Use ATS and recruitment dashboards effectively for tracking and reporting
🔹 HR Collaboration (Secondary Focus – 20%)
Support the employee engagement agenda through activities, surveys, and feedback mechanisms
Collaborate in performance review processes and feedback frameworks
Partner with internal stakeholders to nurture a strong, positive, and inclusive work culture
Who You Are
3 to 4.5 years of hands-on experience in technical hiring (product-based/startup experience is a must)
Proven ability to work under pressure, manage multiple open roles, and close positions within tight timelines
Strong exposure to campus hiring, stakeholder management, and talent branding
Familiarity with ATS tools (e.g., Recruitee, Greenhouse, Lever, etc.) and strong Excel skills for reporting and tracking
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proactive, execution-driven, and adaptable to change
Passionate about tech, people, and creating meaningful hiring experiences
What We’re Looking For
MBA in Human Resources from a Tier I/II/III college
3+ years of proven experience in end-to-end recruitment, especially in tech startup/product-based companies and QSR domain
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
Agile, adaptable, and driven — with a startup mindset
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
A go-getter attitude combined with the ability to work under pressure
Can join immediately or within a short notice period
Why Join Us?
Be part of a lean, high-impact talent team with real ownership
Work closely with business & tech leaders
Fast-moving, flat-structured environment where your ideas matter
Great culture, flexibility, and the chance to make a visible difference