Business Unit:Cubic Corporation
Company Details:When you join Cubic, you become part of a company that creates and delivers technology solutions in transportation to make people’s lives easier by simplifying their daily journeys, and defense capabilities to help promote mission success and safety for those who serve their nation. Led by our talented teams around the world, Cubic is committed to solving global issues through innovation and service to our customers and partners.
We have a top-tier portfolio of businesses, including Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS) and Cubic Defense (CD). Explore more on Cubic.com.
Job Details:As the Head of Talent Acquisition, you will lead and shape the talent acquisition function for Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS) India. Reporting directly to the Director of Global Talent Acquisition with close ties to the CEO, India and Chief People Officer for CTS, you will oversee a team of regional recruiters, drive strategic initiatives, and act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership. Your role will focus on developing and executing forward-thinking recruitment strategies, building strong stakeholder relationships, and ensuring the delivery of high-caliber talent across the region, including director-level hires. This role requires a regular in-office presence and occasional travel.
Location: Hyderabad, HiTech City (In office 4 days per week)
Key Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of regional recruiters, fostering a high-performance culture focused on delivering exceptional results.
- Drive process improvement initiatives within the talent acquisition function, ensuring operational efficiency and a high-quality recruitment experience.
- As a direct business partner, actively participate in business reviews and other pertinent meetings to support the design and implementation of a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy focused on aligning with business goals and the organization’s broader workforce planning initiatives.
- Partner closely with executive leadership and regional business leaders to understand organizational goals and talent priorities.
- Act as a trusted advisor, providing insights on workforce trends, recruitment best practices, and market dynamics to inform decision-making.
- Facilitate collaborative partnerships with internal teams, including HR and Compensation. Gain in-depth knowledge of our compensation philosophy to provide guidance on salary offers, job leveling, and market competitiveness.
- Leverage data and analytics to continuously improve recruitment strategies, ensuring agility and scalability to meet evolving demands
- Establish and track key recruitment metrics to measure success, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations.
- Prepare and deliver regular performance updates and insights to stakeholders, using advanced Excel skills and data visualization tools to inform strategic decisions.
- Actively manage and ensure compliance with local markets. This will require agile changes and additions in conjunction with business growth plans.
Niche Recruitment
- Lead recruitment efforts for senior level and niche technical roles, ensuring a best-in-class candidate experience and seamless hiring process.
- Build and maintain strong pipelines for critical leadership roles to meet current and future business needs.
- Champion the use of innovative sourcing techniques, employer branding strategies, and tools to attract top talent in competitive markets.
Background and Experience:
- Extensive experience in talent acquisition leadership roles, with a strong preference for expertise in the Hyderabad market.
- Proven success in technical recruitment and building pipelines for senior leadership positions with global companies.
- Demonstrated ability to align talent acquisition strategies with organizational goals and regional business priorities within a global company.
- Industry experience recruiting for engineering talent highly desirable.
Skills and Competencies:
- Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders.
- Effective negotiation skills.
- Data driven and analytical, proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables, for data analysis and reporting.
- Experience using Workday as an ATS is strongly preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Deep understanding of Hyderabad labor markets and compliance with local recruitment regulations.
Work Style:
- A proactive leader with the ability to manage multiple priorities and navigate a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
- Team-oriented and solutions-focused, with a commitment to fostering collaboration and inclusivity.
- Flexibility to connect with leaders around the world outside of normal working hours.
- Comfortable leading and working with remote team members.
If you are passionate about talent acquisition, adept at navigating complex recruitment challenges, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply and join our team in shaping the future of talent acquisition team in India.
Worker Type:Employee
