Associate Manager - Candidate Experience (Talent Acquisition)

Posted:
6/29/2025, 11:43:17 PM

Location(s):
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India ⋅ Andhra Pradesh, India

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
People & HR

Use Your Power for Purpose

At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives. Our HR team is a dynamic group of dedicated, solution-oriented, and agile colleagues who think big and challenge the status quo to create space for meaningful work. Your unique perspectives and experiences will be instrumental in attracting and retaining the best talent, ensuring that Pfizer remains an inclusive and exceptional workplace for everyone. By joining us, you will contribute to our mission of improving patients' lives worldwide.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

  • Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract and retain talented employees, ensuring recruitment targets are met on time.
  • Source candidates, conduct interviews, and evaluate employment factors to meet business needs, utilizing innovative communication tools and techniques.
  • Manage the entire recruitment cycle, ensuring a positive client and candidate experience while building consensus among internal teams.
  • Use judgment to modify methods and techniques, ensuring every stage of recruitment adheres to global operating procedures and best practices.
  • Integrate diversity into the staffing process, employing creative sourcing techniques for senior and mid-level positions, including direct sourcing, internet recruiting, networking, and external research.
  • Proactively manage candidate pools to keep qualified candidates engaged for current or future opportunities, overseeing the offer process for external candidates.
  • Manage summer intern programs, rotational programs, and direct hire positions, executing university recruitment strategies and tracking on-campus interview dates to become a credible and trusted talent advisor to client groups.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

  • High school diploma (or equivalent) with 8+ years of experience or associate’s degree with 6+ years of experience or BA/BS with 2+ years of experience or MBA/MS with any years of relevant experience
  • Solid understanding of strategic sourcing strategies
  • Deep knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations related to hiring practices
  • Proficiency in various analytic tools
  • Strong problem-solving skills and interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

  • Proficiency in using Workday or other applicant tracking systems
  • Strong background in recruiting, including direct sourcing and/or experience with recruitment agencies
  • Ability to manage high-volume recruitment for complex scientific roles
  • Experience working with Excel, PowerPoint, and social media/networking sites
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Strong relationship management skills
  • Ability to mentor and guide other colleagues
  • Experience in managing university recruitment strategies and programs
  
Work Location Assignment: Hybrid

Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.

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Pfizer

Website: https://www.pfizer.com/

Headquarter Location: New York, New York, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1849

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt

Industries: Biotechnology ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Medical ⋅ Pharmaceutical ⋅ Precision Medicine