Senior talent Acquisition Specialist

Your responsibilities: • 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 Skill sets/Experience we require: • 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 Pedigree: • 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