Talent Acquisition Specialist

SEC Sunderland is seeking a motivated and experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent for various positions within our organization. This position requires a hands-on approach, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with hiring managers to meet the recruitment needs of the company. High volume experience would be an advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement effective recruiting strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and create job descriptions that reflect the requirements of each role.
• Utilize various sourcing methods, including job boards, social media, and networking, to identify potential candidates.
• Conduct thorough screenings and interviews to assess candidates’ qualifications, skills, and cultural fit.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from application to offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Collaborate with the HR team to improve and streamline recruitment processes and candidate experience.
• Provide timely reports on recruitment metrics and analyse data to drive improvements in sourcing and hiring practices.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition and recommend strategies to enhance our employer brand.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, preferably in a an agency, corporate or fast paced environment.
• Strong understanding of recruitment metrics and analytics.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in using ATS and other recruitment tools.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

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