Management Trainee - Talent Acquisition at Zycus | Mumbai & Bengaluru

Job Description

We are looking for ambitious Engineering and MBA graduates to join our HR team as a Management Trainee in Talent Acquisition. This 3-month full-time program is designed for high-potential individuals eager to kickstart a career at the intersection of people, business, and technology. As a trainee, you will gain hands-on experience in end-to-end recruitment, work closely with business leaders, and develop a strong understanding of hiring strategies in a fast-paced, high-growth SaaS environment. This is a unique opportunity to build strategic, analytical, and stakeholder management skills that form the foundation of a successful career in HR and talent management.

Note: This is a full-time internship role. Candidates should be willing to work full-time as a Management Trainee for 3 months with potential for full-time conversion based on performance.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Recruitment: Support the complete hiring lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, coordination, and onboarding for non-technical roles.
• Talent Sourcing: Proactively source candidates through job boards, social media, networking, and referrals.
• Engaging Conversations: Conduct persuasive and sales-driven conversations with candidates, promoting Zycus as an employer of choice.
• Candidate Management: Manage the recruitment pipeline, ensuring timely follow-ups and smooth candidate experiences.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with hiring managers and the TA team to align recruitment strategies with business needs.
• Reporting & Analytics: Track recruitment metrics and provide insights to improve sourcing strategies and reduce time-to-hire.

Required Qualifications

• B.E/B.Tech/MBA from a reputed institute (mandatory).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a persuasive, consultative approach.
• High ownership mindset with excellent follow-up discipline.
• Go-getter attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities.
• Willingness to commit to a 6-month full-time trainee program.

Preferred Skills

• MBA degree (optional but preferred).
• Prior internship or exposure in recruitment, HR, or sales.
• Familiarity with recruitment tools and platforms.
• Understanding of SaaS business models.

What You'll Gain

• Exposure to end-to-end recruitment in a global SaaS organization.
• Direct collaboration with business leaders and hiring managers.
• Development of stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• High-energy, performance-driven work culture.
• Potential full-time conversion based on performance.
• Experience with AI and advanced recruiting tech.

Why Join Zycus?

• Global Leader: One of only three Indian-origin product companies positioned as a Leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant, operating across 20+ global offices.
• Industry Recognition: Recognized across Gartner Magic Quadrant, Forrester Wave, IDC MarketScape, and Gartner Customers' Choice.
• Strong Brand Momentum: Continuous global marketing investments with AI-led product innovation.
• High-Impact Exposure: Work on business-critical positions that directly influence growth.
• Innovation-Driven Culture: Fast-paced environment focused on measurable business outcomes.