Talent Acquisition Executive
Wati • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India • Onsite • Full-time • Publish Date:
About the Role
Join Wati as a key driver of our Global hiring strategy, owning end-to-end recruitment across a fast-growing, AI-native organization. About Wati Started as a WhatsApp team inbox in 2020, Wati has evolved into an AI-powered customer engagement platform that goes beyond a single channel. Designed for businesses that sell, support, and grow through conversations, Wati observes customer intent in real time, decides the next best revenue action, and executes it across marketing, sales, and support — on WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, SMS, and more. Trusted by over 16,000 customers across 190+ countries, Wati simplifies complex operations and business conversations with a unified inbox, no-code automation, and Wati AI powered by AI Copilot, Astra AI Agent and flexibility to add your own LLMs/AI. Proudly backed by Tiger Global, Sequoia Capital, DST Global, and Shopify, and recognised as a Premium Partner of Meta and Google. Wati, the AI-Powered Customer Engagement Platform for Revenue Growth. What You'll Be Doing: This role reports to the Head of Talent & Strategy based in Singapore and works closely with a globally distributed talent team across multiple time zones and regions. As a Talent Acquisition Executive, you'll drive end-to-end recruitment across multiple functions and regions. You'll leverage AI tools to improve efficiency and decision-making, ensuring a smooth and high-quality hiring experience for both candidates and internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: • Partner with hiring managers to define hiring needs and role requirements
• Manage full-cycle recruitment: sourcing, screening, and offer management
• Build strong talent pipelines using LinkedIn and relevant communities
• Drive efficient hiring processes using ATS tools (Workable) and AI-enabled workflows
• Coordinate interviews and deliver a seamless, professional candidate experience
• Support offer preparation, salary proposals, and onboarding processes
• Track hiring progress and generate insights to improve recruitment effectiveness
• Stay informed on Global market trends and contribute to employer branding initiatives Requirements • 5-7 years of experience in recruitment or talent sourcing, preferably in tech or high-growth environments
• Strong knowledge of India's hiring practices, and employment regulations
• Fluency in English is mandatory
• Proven ability to source, manage, and close candidates using tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter and ATS platforms (Workable is a plus)
• Exposure to building or managing AI-assisted workflows using tools like Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, Glean, Notion AI, or similar
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple roles in a fast-paced, globally distributed environment
• Must be open to work across different time zones Why join us? • Be part of a diverse, globally distributed, AI-native team
• Enjoy a collaborative, transparent, and empowering Agentic culture
• Competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements
• Work at the forefront of SaaS & AI innovation and make real impact
In day-to-day execution, the Talent Acquisition Executive partners closely with hiring managers, department heads, and candidate talent pools to translate quarterly business priorities into calibrated hiring pipelines, structured interview scorecards, and offer closures. You will leverage Modern ATS & HRMS Platforms and LinkedIn Recruiter & Sourcing Suites alongside core competencies in LLMs, Talent Acquisition, End-to-End Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partnering to maintain high operational rigor.
The Talent Acquisition Executive position at Wati (Chennai) carries an annual CTC range of ₹10L – ₹16L per annum (approx. ₹83,333 – ₹1,33,333 per month gross), benchmarked to mid-senior level standards in IT Services and IT Consulting.
Key Responsibilities
- This role reports to the Head of Talent & Strategy based in Singapore and works closely with a globally distributed talent team across multiple time zones and regions.
- As a Talent Acquisition Executive, you'll drive end-to-end recruitment across multiple functions and regions. You'll leverage AI tools to improve efficiency and decision-making, ensuring a smooth and high-quality hiring experience for both candidates and internal stakeholders.
- Partner with hiring managers to define hiring needs and role requirements
- Manage full-cycle recruitment: sourcing, screening, and offer management
- Drive efficient hiring processes using ATS tools (Workable) and AI-enabled workflows
- Coordinate interviews and deliver a seamless, professional candidate experience
- Support offer preparation, salary proposals, and onboarding processes
- Track hiring progress and generate insights to improve recruitment effectiveness
Required Qualifications & Technical Stack
- 5-7 years of experience in recruitment or talent sourcing, preferably in tech or high-growth environments
- Strong knowledge of India's hiring practices, and employment regulations
- Fluency in English is mandatory
- Exposure to building or managing AI-assisted workflows using tools like Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, Glean, Notion AI, or similar
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple roles in a fast-paced, globally distributed environment
- Must be open to work across different time zones
- Be part of a diverse, globally distributed, AI-native team
- Enjoy a collaborative, transparent, and empowering Agentic culture
Preferred / Bonus Qualifications
- Prior exposure to scaling HRMS governance, statutory labor compliance, and compensation benchmarking within IT Services and IT Consulting teams in Chennai or comparable Indian enterprise hubs.
- Familiarity with automation workflows, Modern ATS & HRMS Platforms and LinkedIn Recruiter & Sourcing Suites, and modern reporting standards.
- Experience mentoring cross-functional contributors or managing end-to-end delivery SLAs.
Core Technologies & Tools
LLMs, Talent Acquisition, End-to-End Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partnering, Employee Lifecycle Management, Performance Management, HRMS & Payroll Compliance, Employer Branding
Salary & Compensation Breakdown
Annual CTC Range: ₹10L - ₹16L / yr • Experience Benchmark: 5 - 7 Years (Senior Level)
Annual CTC is structured between ₹10 Lakhs and ₹16 Lakhs per annum (approx. ₹83,333 – ₹1,33,333/month) based on interview performance, LLMs & Talent Acquisition depth, and 5 to 7 years of progressive experience. Package includes fixed base pay, statutory provident fund, medical insurance, and performance-linked incentives at Wati.
Perks & Benefits: Competitive Compensation • Comprehensive Health Insurance • Flexible Work Environment • Professional Development & Training
Work Location & Regional Hub — Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Onsite)
This Talent Acquisition Executive opening is based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu under a Onsite work arrangement. Candidates located in Chennai or willing to operate from the Chennai regional corridor will collaborate directly with Wati's IT Services and IT Consulting unit during standard Indian business hours.
About Wati — Company Profile & Details
Wati is a verified employer operating within the IT Services and IT Consulting and enterprise solutions ecosystem with active delivery operations in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Known for structured execution across full-lifecycle talent acquisition across niche technical and commercial roles, Wati partners with hiring managers, department heads, and candidate talent pools to build resilient products, client services, and sustainable career pathways for mid-senior level professionals.
Industry / Practice: IT Services and IT Consulting • Regional Hub: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India • Verification: GST & KYC Verified Employer
How to Apply for Talent Acquisition Executive at Wati
- Click "Apply Now" on this page and verify your candidate profile, contact details, and updated resume highlighting LLMs, Talent Acquisition, End-to-End Talent Acquisition.
- Complete the role-readiness screening check confirming your 5 to 7 years of progressive experience and availability for the Chennai (Onsite) mandate.
- Shortlisted profiles undergo a structured evaluation with Wati's IT Services and IT Consulting hiring panel focused on calibrated hiring pipelines, structured interview scorecards, and offer closures and practical problem-solving.
- Final discussion with Wati leadership covering role expectations, onboarding timeline in Chennai, and the ₹10L – ₹16L / yr compensation package.