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Consultant- Talent Acquisition (Non Tech)

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Position: Consultant
Location: Bengaluru
Tenure: 1 year contract (Convert basis performance)/ Full time

About Sattva

We Partner to deliver social impact at scale

Sattva Consulting is a global impact consulting firm from India. Since 2009 we have been engaging with communities, business and government to achieve societal impact at scale.

We believe that Civil society, Business and Government all have a critical role to play in building an equitable and sustainable world, and we actively partner with all stakeholders to enable impact through our advisory & orchestration services, knowledge and data platforms which we have built as public goods for the ecosystem and collaborative solutions and partnerships.
Our teams are based in India, Singapore, Denmark and UK, but as a global organization our work has spanned 25 countries and 5 continents. For more information, please visit: www.sattva.co.in

About People's team:

The People function at Sattva owns all people aspects at Sattva, right from talent acquisition to engagement to learning & development. The team partners with Business Units to ensure people's well-being at Sattva.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Consultant – Talent Acquisition to join our People team. In this role, you will support the end-to-end hiring process across functions and contribute to strengthening our talent pipeline, recruitment operations, and candidate experience.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about talent, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, and is looking to grow in the TA function with strong mentorship and exposure.

Key Responsibilities

1. End-to-End Talent Partnership

  • Full Ownership: Lead the recruitment lifecycle for diverse business functions, moving beyond junior roles to manage mid-level and specialized hires.

  • Strategic Advisory: Partner with Department Heads and hiring managers to define role success profiles, set realistic hiring timelines, and consult on market trends.

2. Advanced Sourcing & Market Intelligence

  • Multi-Channel Strategy: Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies using Boolean search, headhunting, and social selling (LinkedIn, GitHub, Behance, etc.).

  • Talent Mapping: Conduct proactive talent mapping and maintain a robust pipeline of "passive" candidates for critical future needs.

3. Process Optimization & Candidate Advocacy

  • Interview Leadership: Lead behavioral and culture-fit interviews, ensuring a high bar for talent.

  • Experience Management: Audit and improve the candidate journey to ensure a world-class experience, regardless of the hiring outcome.

4. Data-Driven Decision Making

  • Recruitment Analytics: Move beyond basic tracking to analyze metrics like Cost-per-Hire, Source Effectiveness, and Time-to-Fill to drive hiring efficiency.

  • Reporting: Present monthly and quarterly hiring insights to leadership, identifying bottlenecks and proposing solutions.

5. Employer Branding & Project Leadership

  • Brand Ownership: Lead employer branding initiatives, including managing the company’s Glassdoor/LinkedIn presence and representing the firm at industry events.

  • Internal Projects: Take the lead on TA projects such as ATS implementation, Referral Program redesign, or Diversity & Inclusion (DEI) hiring initiatives.

6. Negotiation & Closing

  • Offer Strategy: Manage complex salary negotiations, including variable pay and benefits, ensuring high offer-acceptance rates while maintaining internal parity.

  • Integration: Collaborate with HR Ops to ensure a seamless transition from "Offered" to "Onboarded."

The Ideal Candidate

  • Experience: 3–5 years of proven experience in a fast-paced corporate or agency recruitment environment.

  • Stakeholder Management: Demonstrated ability to influence and manage expectations of mid-to-senior level management.

  • Technical Savvy: Expert-level proficiency with modern ATS platforms (e.g., Greenhouse, Lever, Workday) and advanced LinkedIn Recruiter workflows.

  • Soft Skills: High emotional intelligence, strong negotiation skills, and a "growth mindset" regarding process improvement.


Why Sattva?

It's not about us really- Because IMPACT is everybody’s business.
  • Create Impact: Make an impact with the work you do and the solutions you design
  • Work Environment: Thrive in a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment
  • Learn & Grow: Challenge yourself to learn, grow, and deliver the best you can
  • Future Ready: Work on critical issues of today that will affect our collective tomorrow

How to Prepare?

This is your opportunity to showcase not only your qualifications but also your unique personality and passion for making a meaningful impact. Approach your application with intentionality, ensuring that each word reflects your commitment to excellence and aligns seamlessly with the values of Sattva.


Sattva is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, caste, creed, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected and/or marginalized characteristics. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are essential to our business and we foster an environment of respect and a culture that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We are committed to providing all employees with education, training, and development opportunities to create a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and included.

Please note: The organization follows a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy, under which employees are required to use their personal laptops for work purposes, subject to compliance with the company’s information security and IT policies. Necessary tools for operating, like MS office etc, will be provided.