Are you passionate about talent acquisition in the pharmaceutical industry? Biocon Biologics, a global leader in biosimilars, is hiring a Senior Executive – Talent Acquisition in the Greater Bengaluru Area. As part of a pioneering organization transforming patient lives through affordable, high-quality biosimilars, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the workforce of India’s first publicly listed biotech enterprise. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, innovative environment with a focus on healthcare and lifesciences recruitment.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with business teams and senior leaders to understand workforce needs and translate them into recruitment requisitions.
- Develop and execute operational hiring plans to ensure efficient turnaround times (TATs) for roles across Biocon Biologics’ divisions.
- Source candidates from job boards, professional platforms, and university partnerships to build a strong talent pipeline.
- Champion Biocon Biologics’ employer brand to attract both active and passive candidates in the pharma and healthcare sectors.
- Screen resumes, coordinate interviews, and manage the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring a seamless candidate experience.
- Own offer management, including salary negotiations, to secure top talent.
- Monitor key HR metrics like time-to-fill, time-to-hire, and source of hire to optimize recruitment strategies.
- Participate in job fairs, host in-house recruitment events, and engage with entry-level talent.
- Support new hires during onboarding to ensure a smooth transition.
- Provide market intelligence to stakeholders to stay ahead in the competitive pharma recruitment landscape.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Human Resources or equivalent.
- 4+ years of experience in talent acquisition within pharma, healthcare, lifesciences, or manufacturing industries.
- Proven expertise in recruiting for core functions in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
- Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to work cohesively across teams.
- Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment tools.
- Passion for learning and thriving in a challenging, growth-oriented ecosystem.
Benefits
- Join a global leader in biosimilars, contributing to innovative healthcare solutions.
- Work in a collaborative, inclusive environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Competitive salary and benefits package tailored to the pharma industry.
- Be part of Biocon Biologics’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, fostering diversity and inclusion.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and a world-class R&D ecosystem.
How to Apply
Ready to make a difference in pharma talent acquisition? Submit your resume and cover letter through the Biocon Biologics career portal at Pharmabharat.com. Shortlisted candidates will engage in discussions with key stakeholders. Apply by September 25, 2025, to join a team transforming patient lives globally.
FAQs
Q: What is the focus of the Senior Executive – Talent Acquisition role?
A: The role focuses on end-to-end recruitment, from sourcing candidates to onboarding, with an emphasis on efficient TATs and a strong candidate experience in the pharma and healthcare sectors.
Q: What qualifications are required for this role?
A: A Master’s in Human Resources or equivalent, 4+ years of recruitment experience in pharma, healthcare, or lifesciences, and proficiency in ATS tools are required.
