Senior talent Acquisition Specialist

•      Design & implement overall recruiting strategy

•      Consult managers to gather inputs on manpower requirements and job objectives

•      Write and post job descriptions on career websites, newspapers and university boards

•      Source candidates through databases, job portals, social media and networking

•      Build talent networks to find qualified active and passive candidates

•      Evaluate & screen resumes and cover letters

•      Use recruiting tools for objecting assessments to assess candidate skills

•      Plan & implement a recruitment marketing and employer branding strategy to attract high quality applicants

•      Review applicants to evaluate if they meet the position requirements

•      Conduct phone, skype or in-person interviews

•      Provide a list of shortlisted candidates to hiring managers

•      Contact new employees and prepare onboarding/orientation sessions

•      Maintain a complete record of interviews and new hires

•      Stay up-to-date with current recruiting methods

•      Attend job fairs and career events

•      Develops & conducts training programs for managers with a goal of improving hiring methods and reducing turnover

•      Analyzes, prepares and presents annual recruiting budget

•      Proven work experience as a Recruiter/Talent Acquisition Specialist/Recruiting coordinator  

•      Good interpersonal & communication skills  

•      Hands on experience with various selection processes like phone interviews and reference checks  

•      Ability to conduct different types of interviews i.e. structured, competency based & behavioral interviews  

•      Familiarity or work experience with HR databases, applicant tracking systems & candidate management systems

•      Familiarity with social media  

•      Ability to use psychometric tests and other assessment tools  

•      Good knowledge of HR policies and best practices  

•      Ability to prioritize and complete hiring within deadlines  

•      Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Psychology or relevant field  (OR)

•      Proven work experience with relevant certifications  

•      SHRM certified professional (SHRM-CP) or Senior Certifies Professional (SHRM – SCP) – optional