Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Manager - Talent Acquisition
Function: Human Resources
Reports To: Manager - Talent Acquisition
Location: Head Office
About DHL Blue Dart Express India:
At Blue Dart, we go beyond delivering shipments--we deliver trust, precision, and excellence. As India's most reliable express logistics provider, we empower commerce by reaching over 56,000+ locations across India and connecting to 220+ countries through our global DHL network. Backed by the strength of DHL Group, we bring together international standards with deep local expertise. Our dedicated Boeing freighter fleet, 12,000+ vehicles, and best-in-class service ensure time-definite delivery that businesses and customers count on every day.
We are proud to be consistently ranked among India's Top 100 Great Places to Work and recognized as part of the DHL Group's Top Employer certification across multiple regions. Being an Employer of Choice is not just a goal--it's a fundamental part of who we are. We are committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, empowered, and proud to belong.
If you're looking to join a purpose-led, people-first organization that shapes India's supply chain with integrity and care--Blue Dart is where you belong.
Position Overview:
The Assistant Manager - Talent Acquisition will be responsible for executing end-to-end recruitment for Blue Dart's Corporate Office and select critical regional roles across all employee bands. The role involves sourcing, screening, interview coordination, job postings, IJP management, vendor onboarding for IT contract staffing, and supporting smooth onboarding. The incumbent will work closely with the Manager - Talent Acquisition, business stakeholders, and regional HR teams to ensure timely and high quality hiring outcomes, maintain compliance, and deliver an exceptional candidate experience.
Job Purpose:
To manage and execute recruitment operations for corporate positions, HO roles, and critical region-specific roles while ensuring adherence to manpower plans, recruitment SLAs, TAT norms, and audit compliance. The role emphasizes sourcing efficiency, diversity hiring, process discipline, candidate experience, and accurate recruitment MIS.
Key Roles & Responsibilities:
HO Hiring Execution

• Manage end to end hiring for all junior/middle management corporate office positions across all functions.
• Execute job postings for all HO vacancies and ensure timely updates.
• Coordinate interview panels, prepare interview schedules, and facilitate timely communication with candidates and stakeholders.

Critical Regional Hiring Support

• Support recruitment for select critical regional roles in collaboration with regional HR teams.
• Provide sourcing, screening, and coordination support as required.

Internal Job Posting (IJP) Management

• Consolidate all IJP requirements from regions and functions.
• Prepare and circulate the weekly IJP mailer every Friday.

Pre Joining Formalities & Onboarding

• Coordinate for background verification, medical checks, and document validation for new joiners.
• Coordinate for induction with TM Team.
• Prepare and circulate Welcome Announcements for all new joiners in the region/head office.

Diversity & PWD Hiring

• Drive and support hiring of Persons with Disabilities (PWD) across Blue Dart payroll and contract staffing.
• Contribute to improving organizational diversity representation (Women & PWD) in line with annual targets.
• Build and manage relationships with diversity-focused partners/agencies.

Vendor Management & IT Contract Hiring

• Manage vendor onboarding for Talent Acquisition, ensuring complete documentation and compliance.
• Oversee hiring of temporary/contract IT employees via approved vendor partners.
• Track hiring and extensions for IT contract resources and ensure vendor compliance with SLAs.
• Process monthly invoices for temporary/contract IT resources, ensuring accuracy, timely verification, and coordination with Finance for payment.

Employer Branding & Candidate Experience

• Ensure exceptional candidate experience from sourcing to onboarding.
• Maintain a strong communication loop with candidates and stakeholders.

TA Compliance & Audit Readiness

• Ensure 100% compliance with TA processes, documentation, and audit requirements (ISO, HURI, ICS, etc.).
• Maintain audit ready records and drive timely closure of audit observations.

Digital HR Transformation & Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement at least one improvement idea annually using automation, analytics, or First Choice (PBS/5S/VSM) practices.
• Contribute to digitizing and simplifying TA processes.

MIS & Reporting

• Prepare and maintain TA dashboards and reports on TAT, joining ratio, and other hiring metrics.
• Collate MIS from region teams and share consolidated updates with the Manager - Talent Acquisition.
• Track hiring status for HO roles, critical positions, PWD recruitment, IJPs, and contract staff.

Qualifications & Experience:
Education

• Essential: MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or a related field.

Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, preferably in corporate hiring.
• Hands-on experience with ATS platforms and recruitment reporting.

Skills & Capabilities:
Core Technical Skills

• Proficiency in sourcing platforms and ATS systems.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment processes, onboarding formalities, and TA compliance.
• Strong coordination, scheduling, and documentation capability.

Behavioural Competencies

• Attention to detail with high process discipline.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to work under tight timelines and manage multiple priorities.
• High ownership, responsiveness, and problem-solving orientation.

Key Performance Indicators:
Sr. No.
Key Result Areas (KRAs)
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
1
Hiring TAT & SLA Compliance
Adherence to recruitment SLAs and cycle times across all roles
2
Offer-to-Join Ratio
Improved joining ratio for corporate & critical hires
3
Pre-Joining Compliance
100% completion of BGV, medicals & documentation before joining
4
Diversity & PWD Hiring
Increase in Women & PWD representation; successful PWD hiring closures
5
Candidate Experience & Induction
Positive feedback from new joiners; timely welcome announcements
6
MIS Accuracy
Timely and accurate reporting of recruitment metrics & dashboards
7
Audit Readiness & Compliance
Zero NCs in internal/external audits; complete documentation
8
Process Improvement
Implementation of at least one improvement/digital HR initiative annually
9
Vendor & Invoice Management
100% accuracy and timely processing of monthly invoices for temp resources
Why join DHL Blue Dart?
When you join us, you're not just taking a job--you're becoming part of a purpose-led movement that's reshaping the future of logistics across India and the world. At Blue Dart, we don't just deliver parcels--we deliver excellence, innovation, and opportunity every day.
Here's what makes us stand out:

• Great Place to Work Certified--a testament to our people-first culture, inclusive environment, and commitment to your growth and well-being.
• Competitive pay and performance-linked rewards that truly recognize your impact.
• Structured learning, global exposure, and on-the-job coaching to help you grow faster than ever.
• Best-in-class benefits--from comprehensive medical cover (including optional parental care) to financial wellness and generous time off.
• A culture that celebrates diversity, innovation, and bold thinking--where your voice is heard and your contributions matter.
• Global career paths across the DHL Group, opening doors to opportunities in 220+ countries and territories.
• The pride of working with India's most awarded logistics brand, trusted by millions and driven by purpose.

This is your chance to do meaningful work, build a career without borders, and thrive in a company that's not just a logistics leader--but a Great Place to Work. Come grow with us.
Disclaimer:
At Blue Dart Express Limited, all recruitment is conducted through a fair, transparent, and merit-based process aligned with our commitments to Human Rights and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB).
Blue Dart does not request or accept any fees, deposits, or payments from candidates at any stage of the recruitment or onboarding process. Any such request is fraudulent and unauthorized.
Blue Dart shall not be responsible for any loss arising from such fraudulent activity. For verification, candidates may write to bdjobs@bluedart.com.
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