Assistant Manager Talent Acquisition (Mat Cover) at Telen…

Last Date to Apply: 28th December, 2025Employment Type: This is a full-time position.Grade: This is a contract based position on mat cover for 6 months.Location: This role is based in Islamabad, Pakistan (Hybrid)About the Role:As Assistant Manager Talent Acquisition, you will be responsible to lead recruitment process for the assigned positions while ensuring compliance with local and global policies as per Telenor Way (Code of Conduct). You will also get opportunity to work on flagship projects to strengthen our employer brand, build talent pools for business-critical roles.Your Impactful Goals will include: Ensure healthy recruitment process experience for all stakeholders involved i.e. Line Manager, Candidates, HR Business Partners while delivering within TAT Lead and improve process experience and efficiency through automations and tools Support project-based activities in talent acquisition function Develop talent pools for business-critical roles and functions. Ensure achievement of recruitment KPIs.Your Typical Day will look like: Partner with hiring manager to understand roles, position profile, and search calibration. Lead overall recruitment process (advertisement, pre-recruitment meeting, profile sourcing, long-listing, scheduling, interviews, offer placements and closure with hire process) for multiple roles and teams. Brainstorm innovative sourcing strategies i.e. active search, poaching, referrals, creative advertisements, LinkedIn search etc. Explore and implement talent screening strategies i.e. tests, case studies etc. on need basis. Engage in bulk hiring due to business needs or projects. Support in annual flagship campaigns and projects i.e., Naya Aghaaz Trainee and Functional Trainee programs etc. Ensure that overall recruitment process and governance is as per local and global policy standards. Use available systems and tools i.e. workday, share point, referral and background check links, recruitment database, stakeholder experience etc. Develop knowledge of Telenor policies and procedures to guide candidates and line managers Build Talent pools and talent pipelines for proactive hiring. Actively engage line managers and HRBPs and provide weekly updates against all open positionsYour Career Path:Lateral or vertical roles in Talent Acquisition and/or HR Business Partnering functions.What we’re looking for:Education: Minimum Bachelors in the field of business management, HR management.Work experience: 3-4 years experience of working with bulk hiring, technical recruitment for product management, brands, sales and IT roles will be preferred.Functional Skills/Knowledge Areas: Core experience of recruitment and HR Business Partnering Good communication and people engagement skills Strong knowledge of IT and Technology, Product Management and Brands functions Excellent collaboration skills to understand and align multiple stakeholders Able to handle tight deadlines and high pressure situations. Attention to detail and ability to manage operations effectively. Resilience to deal with changing expectations and environment Negotiation and influencing skillsWhy should you join us at Telenor Pakistan?At Telenor Pakistan, were more than just a workplacewere a community where learning and growth are at the core of everything we do. We provide a platform that nurtures your professional and personal development, empowering you to excel in your chosen field and realize your potential in a dynamic, collaborative environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity, fostering an open and flexible environment where new ideas are welcomed.As a learning organization, we value curiosity and innovation, encouraging hands-on experiences and continuous growth. Our culture, built on Telenors four guiding behaviors, sets us apart:Always Explore: We believe growth is achieved through daily learning. We encourage you to challenge norms, embrace curiosity, experiment, and learn from every step.Create Together: We know that diverse teams yield the best solutions. By bringing together varied perspectives, we support, share, and help each other succeed.Keep Promises: Trust is essential to all relationships. We take ownership and pride in delivering with accuracy and integrity.Be Respectful: We prioritize empathy and respect, meeting everyone at eye level, listening intently, and showing care.Join us to be mentored, empowered, and inspired and become part of a team that positively impacts over 40 million lives every day! Last Date to Apply: 28th December, 2025 Last Date to Apply: 28th December, 2025 Employment Type: This is a full-time position. Grade: This is a contract based position on mat cover for 6 months.