HR & Recruitment Specialist/Manager – Campus Hiring & HR Operations

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven HR and Recruitment Specialist/Manager to lead all aspects of our talent acquisition and HR operations. The role will own the end-to-end recruitment process, with a core focus on campus and college hiring to attract fresh technical and business talent. As a key HR team member, you will also oversee policy development, payroll management, data compliance, and employee relations, acting as a strategic partner across functions. This position demands extensive travel to campuses, colleges, and universities nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

· Develop and implement effective campus recruitment strategies to attract high-potential candidates from leading colleges, universities, and technical institutes.

· Build relationships with campus placement cells, faculty members, and student groups to promote employer branding and talent pipelines.

· Manage the full recruitment cycle: requisition approval, job postings, outreach, screening, assessment, interviews, selection, and onboarding.

· Organize and conduct campus drives, career fairs, seminars, and employer branding events; coordinate pre-placement talks and group assessments.

· Leverage digital platforms for sourcing, assessment centers, and candidate engagement.

· Maintain strong candidate data records, feedback, and recruitment analytics for ongoing process improvement.

Human Resources Management

· Develop, review, and update HR policies, employee handbooks, and operational procedures in line with best practices and statutory requirements.

· Administer payroll processing and HR data management—ensure timely salary, incentives, benefits, and compliance reporting.

· Oversee onboarding, induction, and documentation for new hires (including freshers from campus).

· Handle exit formalities, employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary matters sensitively and professionally.

· Support performance management, employee engagement, and retention initiatives.

Stakeholder Relations & Travel

· Act as the primary HR liaison between management, colleges/universities, and placement coordinators.

· Represent the company at campus events, maintaining a positive employer reputation and strong university partnerships.

· Plan and execute regular travel itineraries for campus hiring seasons, attending university and college events nationwide.

Data, Compliance & Reporting

· Ensure HRIS, recruitment, and payroll systems are updated and compliant.

· Prepare reports and presentations on hiring outcomes, cost metrics, HR data, and campus recruitment trends for senior management.

· Monitor compliance with labour laws, internal codes of conduct, and company standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

· 5+ years’ experience in HR/recruitment, preferably with campus or college hiring exposure and hands-on experience with full employee life-cycle.

· Proven record in campus recruitment: relationships with educational institutions, organizing placement drives, conducting interviews, and onboarding.

· In-depth understanding of HR operations: policies, payroll, compliance, and employee relations.

· Strong communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.

· Proficiency with HRIS, ATS, MS Office Suite, and payroll systems.

· Willingness and ability to travel extensively for campus hiring initiatives.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities, act independently, and deliver under tight timelines.

Preferred Attributes

· Existing network within top universities, business, or technical colleges.

· Experience working with rapidly scaling organizations or start-ups.

· Analytical mindset; able to report and improve on campus hiring and HR metrics.

· Cultural sensitivity and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

· Competitive salary, travel allowance/reimbursement, and performance-based incentives.

· Opportunity to shape company talent strategy and foster relationships with top institutions.

· Growth pathway to senior HR leadership based on impact and performance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Commuter assistance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Provident Fund