Talent Acquisition Consultant
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Client: SAMS HR Consulting |
Location: New Delhi |
Level: Junior |
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Function: HR |
Experience: 1-2 Years |
Sector/ Thematic Areas: HR |
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No. of Vacancies: 2 |
Budgeted Salary: Not Disclosed |
Working: Full Time |
Application ends: May 15, 2026
Job Description
Vacancy for Recruitment Consultant – Executive Search Practice, SAMS (New Delhi)
About SAMS
Strategic Alliance Management Services Pvt. Ltd. (SAMS) is India’s leading recruitment and HR consulting firm focused exclusively on the social impact sector, working with leading nonprofits, foundations, multilaterals, and CSR initiatives.
Over the past three decades, SAMS has partnered with marquee nonprofits such as UNDP, UNICEF, Tata Trusts, Save the Children, HelpAge, Grameen Foundation, Terres des Hommes (Germany), Water.org, and WWF, apart from several national and state government programmes. We have successfully supported 40,000+ hires and engage with over 100,000 professionals annually across the sector.
At SAMS, young professionals work in a high-learning, high-accountability environment, with strong exposure to recruitment, assessment, and client engagement in a sector that drives meaningful impact.
The Opportunity
We are looking to hire Recruitment Consultants (1–2 years’ experience) to join our Executive Search Practice in New Delhi.
This is a high-growth, early-career role for professionals interested in building a career in recruitment consulting within the social impact sector.
In the initial phase, you will work closely with senior team members on mid-level and programme/functional hiring mandates, while building strong foundations in search, sourcing, and candidate assessment. With demonstrated performance, you will progressively take on greater ownership and more complex assignments over time.
What You Will Do
As part of the Executive Search team, you will:
Talent Search & Sourcing
(1) Identify and engage relevant candidates through LinkedIn, databases, and sector networks
(2) Map organisations and talent pools for assigned mandates
Screening & Assessment
(3) Conduct structured screening conversations and evaluate candidate fit
(4) Support the use of assessment tools and frameworks
Client & Mandate Support
(5) Work with senior consultants to execute recruitment assignments
(6) Contribute to candidate shortlists and client deliverables
Content & Communication
(7) Draft vacancy announcements, candidate summaries, and internal notes
(8) Support outreach and engagement with prospective candidates
What You Will Gain
- Strong grounding in recruitment consulting and executive search processes
- Exposure to hiring across leading social impact organisations in India
- Hands-on experience in candidate assessment and structured interviewing
- Opportunity to grow into client-facing and independent mandate roles over time
- A fast-paced, learning-driven environment with clear performance-linked growth
Who Should Apply
- Early-career HR professionals with 1–2 years of experience in recruitment/ talent acquisition
- Strong graduates or postgraduates interested in building a career in recruitment consulting
- Individuals with an interest in the social impact sector
- Candidates who enjoy research, people interaction, and working in a high-performance environment
Qualifications & Skills
- MBA / Postgraduate degree in HR, Management, Social Sciences, or related fields (preferred)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and timelines
- Good research, analytical, and problem-solving ability
- High attention to detail and ownership
- Proficiency in MS Office tools
Prior exposure to recruitment or the social impact sector will be an advantage.
Compensation
SAMS offers a competitive salary aligned with leading organisations in the social impact sector, commensurate with experience, skills, and growth potential.
Location & Work Model
- Location: New Delhi
- This is primarily a work-from-office role in the initial phase
- Hybrid flexibility may be extended based on tenure and performance
Nature of Engagement
Full-time role with a 6-month probation period
How to Apply
Eligible candidates interested in this position are requested to apply online at https://samsstc.com/Jobs/job-description/talent-acquisition-consultant-sams-hr-consulting-delhi/282 at the earliest.
Why Join SAMS
- Build a career in recruitment consulting within the social impact sector
- Work with credible, high-impact organisations across India and globally
- Gain structured exposure to search, assessment, and talent strategy
- Be part of a firm known for quality, integrity, and long-term professional growth
Contact
For queries:
📞 +91-11-4081-9900 / 4165 3612
🌐 https://www.sams.co.in/
Resume & LinkedIn Profile Optimisation
Stand Out Get Noticed Secure Your Next Opportunity.
In today’s competitive social impact sector, your resume gets you shortlisted, and your LinkedIn profile gets you discovered. At SAMS, we help you excel at both. With 28+ years as India’s leading Search and Talent Acquisition partner for non-profits, INGOs, UN agencies, and development organizations, SAMS knows exactly what recruiters look for—because we assess more than 40,000 resumes every year.
Why Choose SAMS?
• Social Impact Specialists: Decades of experience recruiting exclusively for the non-profit and development sector.
• Insider Knowledge: We understand the language, keywords, and impact metrics that impress hiring managers.
• Personalized Coaching: One-on-one guidance to highlight your strengths and craft your unique professional story.
• ATS-Friendly Resumes: Clean, single-column Word resumes that pass Applicant Tracking Systems without glitches.
• Stronger LinkedIn Profiles: Optimised for visibility, consistency, and effective networking.
What You Get
• Career Consultation: Phone/video discussion to understand your goals and achievements.
• Resume Transformation: Professionally written and formatted resumes that highlight measurable impact.
• LinkedIn Optimisation: Aligned with your resume, keyword-optimized, and designed to attract the right opportunities.
• Flawless Editing: Proofread for grammar, spelling, and clarity.
• Fast Delivery: Final drafts within 5–7 working days, with 2–3 rounds of revisions included.
Flexible Options
• Resume Preparation (standalone)
• LinkedIn Profile Optimisation (standalone)
• Combined Resume + LinkedIn Package (recommended)
Learn More and Subscribe to Our Tailored Services at: https://www.sams.co.in/services/resume-linkedin-optimizer
Invest in your professional future with SAMS’ expert support!
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Our comprehensive service includes studying the vacancy to understand employer expectations; providing an unbiased assessment of your application to identify strengths and areas for improvement; customizing a question bank by offering practice questions one day before your mock interview—with straw responses illustrating the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method where applicable; conducting a realistic mock interview to practice applying the STAR method; and recording the session to offer detailed feedback that enhances your performance, including guidance on refining your use of the STAR method.
Empirical research shows that coaching sharply improves interview outcomes. Our Interview Success Coaching boosts confidence and enhances performance by focusing on tailored mock interviews and customized practice questions developed specifically for your position.
Don't leave your next interview to chance. For a detailed write-up on our service, please visit https://www.sams.co.in/services/interview-success-coaching.
Please note: The coaching service is not available to candidates applying for vacancies mandated to SAMS.