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Recruitment Executive

Role Overview

The Recruitment executive will support the HR team in executing day-to-day hiring activities across full-time and executive roles. This is an entry-level role suited for someone looking to build experience in end-to-end recruitment — from job posting and resume screening to interview coordination and recruitment data management. The executive will also assist with campus outreach and basic admin responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Job Posting & Hiring Support

  • Post job openings on platforms like Zoho Recruit, Naukri, Indeed, and internal company handles.

  • Share openings on LinkedIn and other relevant groups as directed.

  • Ensure job descriptions are formatted correctly and regularly updated.

  • Track responses from each portal and maintain records of live postings.

2. Resume Screening & Candidate Follow-up

  • Screen incoming applications based on job requirements and shortlisting criteria.

  • Schedule interviews and coordinate with candidates via call, WhatsApp, or email.

  • Maintain a clean and updated recruitment tracker (Google Sheets or Zoho Recruit).

  • Share shortlisted profiles with the HR Manager and follow up on status.

3. Campus & Internship Outreach

  • Coordinate with placement cells and student coordinators for internship drives.

  • Share role details, JD documents, and the selection process clearly with college reps.

  • Maintain a college outreach database with contact names, dates, and responses.

  • Help set up Zoom / Google Meet rounds for intern hiring sessions.

4. Candidate Sourcing & Research

  • Source potential candidates from LinkedIn, WhatsApp groups, and online job forums.

  • Keep a record of outreach efforts and candidate databases (intern / fresher / full-time).

  • Assist in drafting job messages or campaigns for targeted hiring posts.

  • Research new recruitment platforms and outreach ideas.

5. Admin & HR Support

  • Help manage documentation from selected candidates (ID proof, resumes, offer acceptance).

  • Assist in follow-ups during the onboarding phase and track pending submissions.

  • Support basic office admin tasks during non-recruitment hours (filing, printing, etc.).

  • Ensure all internal hiring records are backed up in WorkDrive.


Requirements

Key Skills Required

  • Good communication (written + spoken) for interacting with candidates and colleges.

  • Familiarity with job portals (Naukri, Indeed) and LinkedIn.

  • Basic working knowledge of Excel / Google Sheets.

  • Strong sense of ownership and ability to multitask.

  • Attention to detail when handling resumes and interview coordination.

Qualifications Preferred

  • Pursuing or recently completed graduation in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.

  • No prior experience required, but interest in recruitment / HR is a must.

  • Comfortable with phone follow-ups and candidate coordination.

  • Willing to work from office and support occasional weekend interview rounds if needed.




Benefits

Benefits

  • Paid leaves — Casual Leave, Earned Leave, and Sick Leave.
  • Compensatory Off and an Optional (restricted) Holiday of your choice.
  • Work-from-home provision as per company policy.
  • Paid public holidays as per the company holiday calendar.
  • Hands-on exposure to end-to-end finance of a multi-vertical media & experiences company.
  • Learning and growth on the Zoho ecosystem (Zoho Books, Zoho People).
  • Supportive, fast-paced creative work environment at our Gurgaon HQ.


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