Job Objective
The HR Specialist – Talent Acquisition will have a true passion for people and will be responsible for seeking the most talented employees who align in terms of competencies, values, culture and potential to contribute to the company's competitiveness and long-term future.
Job Posting and Advertising:Manage and update job advertisements across all applicable job boards and platforms, including LinkedIn and other relevant channels.
Candidate Sourcing:Utilise various sourcing techniques such as search engines, professional networks and industry resources to identify and engage potential candidates. Innovate and implement new research methods and sourcing strategies to enhance the talent pool.
Talent Pipeline Development:Actively build and maintain a robust talent pipeline by networking, engaging with passive and active candidates and cultivating relationships within the industry.
Candidate Screening:Conduct thorough candidate screening, including telephonic, virtual and in-person interviews, to assess fit and suitability for the role.
Candidate Experience:Ensure a consistently positive and engaging candidate experience that aligns with the company's brand and culture. Provide timely and constructive feedback to candidates throughout the recruitment process.
Stakeholder Engagement:Collaborate with line managers and HR to understand role requirements and provide professional talent acquisition support. Offer advice and training on interview techniques and the talent acquisition process as needed. Source and negotiate reputable recruitment agencies and negotiate competitive costs.
Offer Management:Manage salary negotiations and provide counsel to both candidates and line managers on salary expectations. Ensure that offers are communicated effectively and in a timely manner.
Compliance and Checks:Oversee the integrity of the recruitment process by conducting background and reference checks in accordance with company policies.
Reporting and Analytics: Deliver regular reports on recruitment progress, talent pipeline, and key metrics to internal stakeholders. Provide insights to inform talent acquisition strategies and policies. Ensure org structures are up to date with weekly reports on recruitment progress
Talent Strategy:Contribute to the development and implementation of talent acquisition strategies and policies to meet the organisation's current and future workforce needs.
Onboarding: Oversee the Onboarding Process onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth and positive transition into the company. This includes conducting orientation sessions and collaborating with various departments to integrate new employees effectively into the organisation.
HR Generalist Responsibilities: inclusive of but not limited to supporting key HR functions along with the HR Team, including employee relations, policy implementation, performance management, training, compensation, compliance, HR metrics and employee engagement.
Minimum Experience & Skills
Relevant Certifications, Diplomas or Degrees in Human Resource Management or related field of study
Minimum 4 years' recruitment experience as a recruiter/TA Consultant obtained in an agency or in a fast-paced, actively sourcing internal recruitment environment and 3 years experience in an HR Generalist role will be advantageous
Experience in drafting job descriptions
Experience with International Recruitment
Extensive experience in recruiting for scarce skills in general including senior position.
Proven track record of recruiting for scarce skills roles within the Telecoms Industry for example Network Engineers, Data Centre Engineers, Project Managers, Business Analyst etc.
Headhunting or targeted search experience
Previous experience with online recruitment portals and programmes
Knowledge of Employment Legislation relevant to Talent Acquisition
Managing and prioritising multiple vacancies at any given time, within a high-pressure environment
Competency based interviewing techniques
Solid experience in MS Office
Competencies
Client focused, relationship builder
Integrity, honest with high ethical standards
Boundless, passionate and flexible
Personal excellence, accuracy and attention to detail
Collaborative, achieve results through teamwork and partnerships
Coping with Pressures and Setbacks
Presenting and Communicating Information
Persuading and Influencing
Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations