Job Description

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An esteemed and forward-thinking consulting firm is seeking a highly capable and dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their team on a 7-month fixed-term contract, covering a maternity leave. Experience in internal recruitment essential. This is a fully onsite position with flexibility.
The successful candidate must be an energetic and experienced recruitment professional with extensive exposure to onboarding senior stakeholders and global executives. This role demands exceptional communication skills, a polished and professional approach, and the ability to confidently engage with leadership-level talent.
Must have at least 6 years' experience in talent acquisition, with a strong emphasis on in-house recruitment practices.This role will involve managing full-cycle recruitment processes, developing and maintaining trusted relationships with hiring managers, and ensuring a smooth, efficient, and professional candidate experience. It is ideally suited to a proactive, organised, and collaborative recruitment professional who thrives in a fast-paced, people-driven environment.
Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic input to ensure that teams consist of diverse, qualified individuals.

• Ensure that staffing needs are being met with a long-term strategy in mind.

• Create and implement end-to-end hiring processes to ensure a positive experience for candidates.

• Form close relationships with People Leads to ensure clear expectations for candidates and interviewers.

• Lead the initial screening of candidates' CVs and recommend suitable candidates to their in-country Head of People for further interviews

• Partner with regional Heads of People to identify staffing needs and candidate selection criteria.

• Source applicants through online channels, such as LinkedIn and other professional networks.

• Create job descriptions and interview questions that reflect the requirements for each position.

• Compile lists of the most suitable candidates by assessing their CVs, portfolios, and references.

• Maintain records of all materials used for recruitment, including interview notes and related paperwork, to share with key stakeholders.

• Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives throughout the recruitment process.

• Coordinate recruitment efforts for niche roles across different markets, ensuring compliance with regional hiring regulations.

• Use platforms like LinkedIn, job boards, and University Portals to manage the candidate pipeline.

• Build strong relationships and ensure clear expectations with internal stakeholders, hiring managers, and candidates to ensure a smooth and positive recruitment experience.

• 6 years of experience in a talent acquisition or similar role, with significant in-house recruiting experience.

• Proven ability to engage and influence senior executives and global stakeholders throughout the recruitment lifecycle.

• Experience managing complex hiring processes for leadership and C-suite roles, with a strong understanding of executive-level expectations.

• Extensive experience in full-cycle recruiting, using various interview techniques and evaluation methods.

• Proficiency with social media, CV databases, and professional networks.

• Experience in using LinkedIn Talent Solutions to proactively source candidates.

• Proficiency in documenting processes and keeping up with industry trends.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Proven ability to manage Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other HR tools to streamline the recruitment process.

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in human resources management or a similar field.

• In-depth knowledge of applicant tracking systems, preferably BambooHR.

• Experience recruiting for both professional and consultancy roles, ideally within the technology, strategy, or management consulting sectors.

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to understand their needs and deliver top-tier candidates in a timely manner.

• Ability to craft compelling job descriptions and candidate communication to enhance engagement and response rates.

• Experience building talent pipelines for future needs and maintaining long-term relationships with high-potential candidates.