Talent Acquisition Manager, Remote

Role: Talent Acquisition Manager, Remote Experience: 4+ years Salary: Up to 6-9 LPA Note: There will be a 3-month probation period, after which the role will be converted to full-time based on performance. Female candidate preferred. ________________________________________________ About Ground Zero: Ground Zero is a next-generation talent and advisory firm dedicated to powering the social impact ecosystem. We partner with nonprofits, foundations, and mission-driven institutions to build strong leadership pipelines, resilient hiring systems, and future-ready people practices. At Ground Zero, we go beyond recruitment- we help organizations reimagine talent. By blending deep sector knowledge with data-driven insights and technology, we enable nonprofits to attract, grow, and retain exceptional leaders. About the role: We work as long-term talent partners to our nonprofit clients, helping them design inclusive talent strategies, strengthen organizational culture, and adapt to the evolving world of work. Our team brings together expertise across philanthropy, development, and human capital- ensuring every match we make contributes to both individual purpose and institutional impact. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Hiring & Workforce Planning Partner with leadership and hiring managers to understand hiring needs and workforce plans Translate business goals into actionable recruitment strategies Forecast hiring timelines and identify potential talent gaps Continuously optimize recruitment processes to improve efficiency, quality of hire, and candidate experience 2. Sourcing & End-to-End Recruitment Management Drive innovative sourcing strategies to attract high-quality, diverse talent Own the complete hiring lifecycle: sourcing → screening → interviews → offer → onboarding Ensure timely closure of roles while maintaining quality benchmarks Design structured interview processes and evaluation frameworks Collaborate closely with hiring managers to define role expectations and guide selection decisions 3. Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Building Develop diverse and high-quality talent pipelines using multiple channels (LinkedIn, referrals, networks, job portals) Build and nurture proactive talent pipelines through networks, communities, and partnerships Proactively source passive candidates, especially for niche roles Build long-term talent communities for future hiring needs 4. Stakeholder Management Act as a trusted talent partner to hiring managers Drive alignment on role expectations, candidate quality, and hiring timelines Share regular hiring updates, insights, and dashboards with leadership 5. Candidate Experience & Employer Branding Ensure a seamless and engaging candidate journey Strengthen employer brand through communication, storytelling, and outreach Represent the organization in hiring events, partnerships, and networks 6. Data & Process Optimization Track key recruitment metrics (time-to-hire, quality of hire, conversion rates) Identify bottlenecks and continuously improve hiring processes Implement tools, systems, or best practices to increase efficiency Required Skills & Competencies Core Capabilities Strategic Hiring Mindset: Align hiring with long-term organizational priorities Sourcing Expertise: Strong ability to leverage LinkedIn, job boards, and networks to attract diverse talent Candidate Assessment: Skilled in structured interviews and evaluating role and culture fit ATS & Tools: Experience with ATS platforms and tools like Google Workspace/MS Office Data-Driven Approach: Ability to track metrics, build dashboards, and derive actionable insights Stakeholder Management: Strong interpersonal and advisory skills Employer Branding: Ability to craft compelling narratives and hiring campaigns Candidate Experience Focus: Commitment to inclusive, transparent, and engaging hiring journeys Market Awareness: Understanding of talent trends, benchmarks, and hiring best practices Process Efficiency: Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple roles simultaneously Onboarding Collaboration: Ensures smooth candidate-to-employee transition - Hiring Note : Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is first posted on July 28, 2026 on Ground Zero For any questions, ping us on WhatsApp chat: +91-8058331557