Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
The Principal Recruiter plays a critical role in enabling business growth by leading end-to-end recruitment for complex, senior, and niche roles in India.
In this role, you will lead the full-cycle recruitment process for these senior positions, partnering closely with hiring managers to identify talent needs and implement effective sourcing strategies. You will play a key role in enhancing our employer brand and ensuring a positive candidate and stakeholder experience.
Key Responsibilities
End‑to‑End Recruitment Delivery
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Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for senior and executive-level roles across multiple departments.
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Collaborate with hiring managers to understand role requirements, team dynamics, and organizational goals.
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Lead complex searches using proactive sourcing, market mapping and targeted talent engagement.
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Drive timely hiring while maintaining AECOM’s standards for quality, compliance, and candidate experience.
Strategic Stakeholder Partnership
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Serve as a trusted advisor to hiring managers and leadership teams
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Provide clear, data‑driven guidance on talent availability, market trends, compensation benchmarks, and hiring risks.
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Challenge and influence hiring decisions constructively to ensure sustainable and diverse hiring outcomes.
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Maintain proactive communication and expectation management throughout the hiring lifecycle
Talent Pipeline & Market Intelligence
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Build and maintain robust talent pipelines for current and future‑focused business needs
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Develop a strong understanding of the India talent market, competitors, and emerging capability trends.
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Leverage AECOM’s employer brand, EVP and sourcing channels to attract high‑calibre talent.
TA Capability & Continuous Improvement
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Partner with HR, Compensation, and Onboarding teams to deliver seamless hiring outcomes.
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across tools, processes, and ways of working.
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Maintain accurate data within ATS and recruitment systems.
Required Skills & Experience
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8–12+ years of end‑to‑end recruitment experience, preferably within engineering, consulting, technology, or professional services environments.
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Proven success hiring complex, niche, and senior roles in the India market.
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Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior levels.
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Advanced sourcing capability, including direct search and market engagement.
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Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands‑on and delivery‑focused.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree required; HR, business, or related qualifications preferred.
Additional Information
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
