Talent Acquisition Specialist (Fresher)

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist / Junior Talent Acquisition Executive

Department: Human Resources / Talent Acquisition / Recruitment

Experience: 0–1 Year (Freshers Can Apply)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Location: Bangalore, Karnataka

Qualification: BBA / B.Com / BA / B.Sc. / MBA / PGDM / Any Graduate

Job Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive, and detail-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist (Fresher) to join our Human Resources team in Bangalore.

The candidate will be responsible for supporting end-to-end recruitment activities, including candidate sourcing, resume screening, interview scheduling, candidate engagement, recruitment coordination, and onboarding support.

The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, interpersonal abilities, basic recruitment knowledge, and an interest in building a career in Talent Acquisition and Human Resource Management.

Key Responsibilities

1. Candidate Sourcing & Recruitment

• Source potential candidates through job portals, LinkedIn, employee referrals, and other recruitment channels.
• Identify suitable candidates based on job descriptions and hiring requirements.
• Assist in posting job openings on recruitment platforms.
• Build and maintain a database of potential candidates.
• Support recruitment activities for entry-level, mid-level, and other assigned positions.

2. Resume Screening & Shortlisting

• Review resumes and applications against job requirements.
• Conduct initial candidate screening through phone calls or virtual interactions.
• Evaluate candidates based on qualifications, experience, skills, and job suitability.
• Prepare candidate shortlists for hiring managers.
• Maintain accurate screening records and candidate information.

3. Interview Coordination

• Schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Communicate interview details and instructions to candidates.
• Coordinate technical, HR, and managerial interview rounds.
• Collect interview feedback and update candidate statuses.
• Ensure timely communication throughout the selection process.

4. Candidate Relationship Management

• Maintain professional relationships with candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Respond to candidate queries regarding job opportunities and interview schedules.
• Provide timely updates on application and selection status.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience.
• Follow up with shortlisted candidates regarding availability and joining timelines.

5. Recruitment Operations & Documentation

• Maintain recruitment trackers, candidate databases, and hiring reports.
• Update candidate information in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Assist in preparing recruitment reports and hiring dashboards.
• Support offer letter coordination and pre-joining documentation.
• Ensure accurate and confidential handling of candidate information.

6. Onboarding & HR Coordination

• Coordinate with HR teams for joining formalities.
• Assist in collecting candidate documents and verifying required information.
• Support new employee onboarding activities.
• Maintain communication with selected candidates until their joining date.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure a smooth hiring process.

7. Recruitment Strategy & Employer Branding

• Support campus recruitment drives and job fairs.
• Assist in creating recruitment-related social media posts and job advertisements.
• Research recruitment trends and sourcing techniques.
• Participate in employer branding initiatives.
• Suggest improvements to recruitment processes and candidate engagement.

Required Technical & Functional Skills

1. Recruitment Fundamentals

• Basic understanding of the recruitment life cycle.
• Knowledge of candidate sourcing and resume screening.
• Familiarity with job descriptions and hiring requirements.
• Understanding of interview coordination and candidate selection processes.
• Basic awareness of recruitment metrics and hiring workflows.

2. Job Portals & Sourcing Platforms

• Familiarity with LinkedIn and professional networking platforms.
• Basic understanding of Naukri, Indeed, Foundit, and other job portals.
• Knowledge of keyword-based candidate searches.
• Awareness of Boolean search techniques will be an advantage.

3. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

• Basic understanding of ATS platforms and recruitment databases.
• Ability to maintain candidate profiles and application statuses.
• Familiarity with recruitment workflow management.
• Willingness to learn AI-assisted recruitment and resume-screening tools.

4. MS Office & Reporting

• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Google Sheets and Google Workspace.
• Ability to maintain recruitment trackers and reports.
• Basic knowledge of data entry, filtering, and spreadsheet management.

5. Communication & Candidate Screening

• Good verbal and written English communication.
• Ability to conduct initial HR screening calls.
• Basic understanding of candidate evaluation criteria.
• Professional email writing and telephone etiquette.
• Ability to explain job requirements clearly to candidates.

Required Soft Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong relationship-building abilities.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to multitask and manage recruitment activities.
• Strong coordination and follow-up skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Professionalism and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Arts, Science, Psychology, or a related discipline.
• MBA / PGDM in Human Resources or a related specialization will be an added advantage.
• Graduates from other disciplines with strong communication and interpersonal skills are also eligible.
• Fresh graduates from the 2025 and 2026 batches are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship experience in HR, recruitment, or talent acquisition.
• Basic knowledge of recruitment and selection processes.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn, Naukri, Indeed, or other sourcing platforms.
• Understanding of Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Knowledge of Boolean search and candidate sourcing techniques.
• Exposure to campus recruitment or placement activities.
• Familiarity with Excel-based recruitment reporting.
• Interest in HR technology and AI-enabled recruitment solutions.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number of relevant candidates sourced.
• Quality of candidate shortlisting.
• Resume screening accuracy.
• Interview scheduling efficiency.
• Candidate response and engagement rates.
• Timely completion of assigned recruitment activities.
• Accuracy of ATS updates and recruitment trackers.
• Candidate experience and communication quality.
• Offer acceptance and joining conversion rates.
• Contribution to recruitment targets and hiring timelines.

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a motivated, people-oriented, and results-driven fresher who is passionate about recruitment and talent management.

The candidate should demonstrate strong communication skills, confidence in interacting with candidates, good organizational abilities, and an interest in identifying and engaging suitable talent.

A willingness to learn recruitment technologies, understand hiring requirements, and contribute to efficient talent acquisition processes is essential.