Senior Talent Partner

Banyan Software provides the best permanent home for successful enterprise software companies, their employees, and customers. We are on a mission to acquire, build and grow great enterprise software businesses all over the world that have dominant positions in niche vertical markets. In recent years, Banyan was named the #1 fastest-growing private software company in the US on the Inc. 5000 and amongst the top 10 fastest-growing companies by the Deloitte Technology Fast 500. Founded in 2016 with a permanent capital base setup to preserve the legacy of founders, Banyan focuses on a buy and hold for life strategy for growing software companies that serve specialized vertical markets.

As a Senior Talent Partner at Banyan Software, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing talent strategies that align with the business goals of our Developer Hub and broader portfolio companies. This is a high-impact, strategic role that requires strong advisory capabilities, deep market intelligence, and the ability to influence and guide senior stakeholders. You will not only lead end-to-end hiring efforts but also serve as a trusted partner to leadership, using data-driven insights and a consultative approach to drive hiring decisions and talent strategy.

You will be based in the Chennai office (Guindy) and typically work from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM IST, with flexibility to adjust and support based on business needs. This role is highly flexible and offers hybrid work options.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the full-cycle recruitment process for leadership and niche technical roles, from intake through to onboarding.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing and recruitment campaigns tailored to business priorities and market dynamics.
• Partner with senior leaders to understand workforce planning needs and provide consultative hiring solutions.
• Use labor market data, competitor intelligence, and sourcing analytics to influence hiring strategy and decision-making.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and serve as a trusted advisor on talent acquisition matters, including diversity, employer branding, and workforce trends.
• Manage and mentor junior members of the talent team, fostering growth and consistency in hiring practices.
• Proactively identify pipeline gaps and develop long-term strategies to attract top-tier talent.
• Collaborate with HR, finance, and operations teams to ensure hiring plans align with budget and headcount goals.
• Champion a high-touch candidate experience and continuously improve engagement and communication throughout the hiring lifecycle.
• Lead or contribute to strategic talent projects, including employer branding, referral programs, and market mapping.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in talent acquisition, including at least 3 years in a strategic or business partnering role.
• Proven ability to manage complex hiring initiatives and deliver on aggressive timelines.
• Strong experience advising and influencing senior stakeholders and cross-functional leaders.
• Deep understanding of recruiting metrics, market intelligence, and the ability to translate data into strategic actions.
• Demonstrated success in driving diversity and inclusion initiatives in hiring.
• Experience with ATS platforms (Greenhouse strongly preferred), sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Naukri, etc.), and HR analytics.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of ownership, accountability, and a passion for building great teams.
• Well-organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Flexible in working hours to accommodate business needs across global time zones.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Banyan: Banyan affirms that inequality is detrimental to our Global Teams, associates, our Operating Companies, and the communities we serve. As a collective, our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions. Together, we unite for equality and equity. Banyan is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, or protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.