Title: Associate-Talent Acquisition
Experience: 3-5yrs
Location: Delhi/Bengaluru/Remote (Hybrid)
About Rocket Learning
Rocket Learning is one of India’s fastest-growing ed-tech non-profits, focused on transforming early childhood education at scale. Working closely with central and state governments, we reach over 5 million children across the country. Our approach combines simple, accessible technology with deep community engagement, empowering caregivers and educators to build strong early learning habits. With a diverse, high-performing team and support from leading funders, we are on a mission to reimagine early learning for every 0–6 year old in India
Role Overview
The Talent Acquisition Associate is part of the People & Culture team and supports end-to-end recruitment across Rocket Learning. The role works closely with hiring managers to ensure timely hiring, smooth recruitment processes, and a positive candidate experience.
The Associate is responsible for sourcing candidates, managing pipelines, and supporting effective hiring coordination to help attract talent aligned with Rocket Learning’s mission.
Key Results
Timely closure of approved roles with qualified candidates
Strong pipelines and quality shortlists for open and recurring roles
Smooth and consistent hiring processes across teams
Positive and responsive candidate experience throughout the hiring journey
Accurate recruitment data, trackers, and hiring reports
Effective use of ATS and HR systems to support recruitment operations
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end recruitment for assigned roles from role briefing to offer rollout
Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, hiring priorities and support them in understanding recruitment processes and tools
Source candidates through job portals, referrals, networks and various channels.
Screen candidates and coordinate interviews and feedback processes
Manage offer rollout and joining coordination
Build and maintain candidate pipelines for recurring roles
Maintain recruitment trackers, dashboards, and candidate records
Support campus hiring, recruitment partnerships, and other hiring initiatives
Contribute to employer branding and talent outreach efforts
Ensure a positive candidate experience during the hiring process.
Work closely with the People & Culture team on onboarding coordination, hiring documentation, and improving recruitment processes.
Requirements
Required Skills & Background
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field
Experience
3–5 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment
Experience working with ATS or recruitment platforms (e.g., Zoho Recruit) is an advantage
Skills
Strong candidate sourcing and screening capability
Ability to manage multiple hiring processes simultaneously
Clear communication and stakeholder coordination skills
Structured approach to candidate evaluation and hiring processes
Familiarity with ATS/HRMS tools and recruitment trackers
Strong organisation and prioritisation skills
Languages
Fluency in English. Working knowledge of Hindi or any regional language is an advantage
Critical Factors for Success:
Consistent delivery on hiring timelines and quality expectations
Ability to build productive partnerships with hiring managers
Professional and empathetic candidate engagement
High accuracy in recruitment data and systems
Strong ownership and reliability in managing hiring processes
Alignment with Rocket Learning’s mission and values
Willingness to travel or work from the office when required to support hiring needs and ensure effective delivery
Rocket Learning is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.