Global Candidate Engagement Lead, Talent Services

HYDERABAD (IN)HYBRIDPOSTED: 6/19/2026
PHARMAFull-time
HIRING ORGANIZATIONSANOFIPharmaceuticals / Biotechnology
Sanofi

ROLE OVERVIEW

Lead global candidate engagement and experience strategies for Sanofi Talent Services across hub locations.

ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead, mentor, and manage the performance of the Candidate Care teams within the hubs
  • Oversee the tracking and analysis of key performance metrics related to candidate care across all hubs
  • Partner closely with the Sourcing Hub Lead and Talent Acquisition Hub Lead to ensure seamless candidate experiences
  • Share best practices, identify areas for improvement, and drive alignment on candidate care processes
  • Partner with and upskill external vendors to ensure their candidate care practices align with global standards
  • Act as a point of escalation for Candidate Care Partners, providing guidance and timely resolution
Reporting Hierarchy: Reports to Head of Global Talent Services • Team size: 10-15 direct and indirect reports

* Role responsibilities and qualifications synthesized based on industry benchmark standards.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition, recruitment operations, or candidate experience leadership
  • Strong leadership skills with experience managing distributed teams
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience working in a global shared services or GBS/GCC environment
  • Familiarity with high-volume recruitment operations exceeding 20k candidates
  • Advanced data analytics and reporting capabilities in talent acquisition

REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS

Candidate Care
Talent Acquisition Operations
Team Leadership
Vendor Management
Recruitment Metrics
Process Optimization

COMPENSATION & REWARDS

Salary: Competitive / Disclosed upon candidate shortlisting
Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, and flexible working options.
Competitive compensation aligned with global pharmaceutical shared service standards in Hyderabad.

ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE

Sanofi is an innovative global healthcare company focused on transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions.

TEAM SIZE: 100,000+ employees
INDUSTRY: Pharmaceuticals / Biotechnology
Culture: Committed to diversity, inclusion, and empowering employees to chase the miracles of science.

EXPECTED CAREER ROADMAP

Clear progression path into senior talent acquisition management or regional leadership roles within global hub networks.

APPLICATION ADVISORY

Highlight your experience in managing large-scale candidate care operations and stakeholder management during the interview.

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