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Talent Acquisition (TA) India Lead – BPO


Company : Firstsource


Location : Kolkata, West bengal


Created : 2026-02-25


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About FirstsourceFirstsource Solutions Limited is a global Business Process Management (BPM) organization and part of the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group. Listed on the NSE & BSE, Firstsource partners with leading global brands across Banking & Financial Services, Healthcare, Communications, Media & Technology, Retail and Utilities. With delivery centers across India, the US, UK, Philippines and other global locations, Firstsource combines domain expertise, digital transformation, analytics, automation and AI to reimagine business processes at scale.What is UnBPO™?UnBPO™ is Firstsource’s differentiated operating philosophy.It moves beyond traditional BPO models to:Redesign processes instead of merely executing themEmbed automation, AI, and analytics into core workflowsDeliver measurable business outcomes rather than transactional outputCombine human expertise with digital augmentationBuild agile, insight-driven, future-ready operating modelsUnBPO™ reflects Firstsource’s commitment to “uncommon thinking” — challenging legacy delivery frameworks and transforming operations through data, technology, and human-centric design.Role OverviewWe are looking for a dynamic and strategic TA India Lead to drive large-scale talent acquisition operations across India for a high-growth BPO organization. The role will be responsible for delivering 1500+ on-time onboardings monthly (Bulk hiring) across multiple locations and business lines.This leader will combine hands-on firefighting capability with long-term talent strategy design, ensuring hiring velocity, quality, cost efficiency, and superior candidate experience in a rapidly evolving ecosystem.Core Responsibilities1. Strategic Talent Acquisition LeadershipOwn and deliver end-to-end hiring for 1500+ monthly hires (bulk hiring).Lead the development and scaling of diversified, high-impact sourcing channels beyond vendors to strengthen long-term direct hiring capability.Build long-term hiring roadmaps aligned to business growth projections.Drive data-backed workforce planning in partnership with business leaders.2. Direct Sourcing & Channel OptimizationDesign innovative sourcing strategies across:Digital hiring campaignsSocial media & referral programsCampus engagementCommunity and location-based hiringLeverage analytics to improve source mix, cost per hire, and time to hire.Build strong employer branding in Tier 1, 2 & 3 markets.3. Operational Excellence & DeliveryEnsure 100% on-time onboarding against business demand.Establish scalable bulk hiring models (walk-ins, drives, virtual hiring, assessment hubs).Improve hiring SLAs, funnel conversion ratios, and recruiter productivity.Implement structured lateral hiring processes for niche and leadership roles.4. Firefighting with Structural FixesStep in during high-demand spikes, attrition surges, or ramp-up pressures.Diagnose hiring bottlenecks quickly and implement immediate corrective actions.Convert short-term fixes into long-term process improvements.Build risk mitigation frameworks for seasonal and volume fluctuations.5. Ecosystem Awareness & AdaptabilityStay ahead of changing talent market dynamics:Wage inflation trendsCompetitor hiring strategiesRegulatory changesLocal labour market shiftsRecalibrate sourcing and compensation benchmarks accordingly.Integrate technology (ATS, automation, AI screening tools) to enhance speed and quality.6. Stakeholder & Team LeadershipLead and mentor a large TA team across geographies.Partner closely with Operations, HRBP, Finance, and Leadership teams.Drive accountability, performance metrics, and high ownership culture.Present hiring dashboards and insights to leadership.Key Metrics of Success1500+ hires monthly delivered on timeReduced cost per hireImproved direct sourcing ratioReduced agency dependencyImproved candidate NPSStrong hiring quality & early tenure retentionIdeal Candidate Profile15+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, with significant exposure to BPO / ITES / Large-scale volume hiring.Proven track record of handling 800–1500+ annual hires.Strong expertise in bulk hiring models.Demonstrated ability to design and execute direct sourcing strategies.Comfortable operating in ambiguity and high-pressure ramp environments.Strong analytical mindset with data-driven decision-making capability.Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.Behavioral CompetenciesHigh Ownership: Acts like a business owner, not a process executor.Strategic + Tactical Balance: Can firefight today while building for tomorrow.Execution Excellence: Bias for action with structured thinking.Resilience: Thrives in high-attrition, high-volume ecosystems.Continuous Improvement Mindset: Always redesigning for scale.Education Bachelor’s degree required.MBA / Postgraduate degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.Why Join Firstsource (FSL)?This is a strategic business leadership mandate — not a transactional recruitment role.At Firstsource, Talent Acquisition operates at the intersection of growth, commercial strategy and transformation. You will influence workforce models for new deals, shape hiring economics for RFPs, and build scalable talent ecosystems that power a global, publicly listed organization.You will gain:Direct exposure to Sales, Solutioning and Business LeadershipInvolvement in deal shaping and workforce costing strategyOpportunity to embed AI-driven transformation within TAOwnership of large-scale hiring complexity in a competitive talent marketPlatform to build enterprise-level talent architecture aligned to digital growthFor leaders ready to move beyond operational recruitment and drive enterprise talent strategy with measurable commercial impact, this role offers both scale and influence.Firstsource is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.We encourage applications from individuals who can contribute to building a diverse and future-ready workforce aligned to our UnBPO™ philosophy.