Talent Acquisition Consultant
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The Talent Acquisition Consultant is responsible for driving and managing the end-to-end recruitment process, including setting hiring strategies, identifying top talent, and ensuring a seamless candidate experience company wide. This role involves collaborating with hiring managers, designing recruitment strategies, and fostering a strong employer brand to attract top-tier candidates. Key responsibilities also include market research, competitor analysis, and contributing to workforce planning initiatives.Primary Job FunctionsCollaborates with hiring managers to anticipate workforce needs, forecast future requirements, and design tailored recruitment strategies that align with organizational goals.Utilizes proactive sourcing techniques to identify and engage passive candidates through professional networks, social media platforms, and other channels.Leverages data analytics and recruitment platforms to identify market trends and optimize sourcing strategies.Develops and sustains talent pipelines for high-priority and hard-to-fill roles, using innovative sourcing strategies and robust relationship management practices.Evaluates candidate resumes, coordinates interviews, and ensures a seamless and positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.Continuously evaluates and adopts emerging recruitment tools, technologies, and best practices to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the hiring process.Manages candidate sourcing strategies and job postings within established annual budget.Tracks recruitment spending and analyzes ROI to maximize budget efficiency.Builds and maintains strategic relationships with third-party recruiting partners to ensure alignment with organizational needs and values.Acts as a brand ambassador by cultivating and showcasing a compelling employer brand through social media, events, and content creation.Collaborates with marketing and HR teams to create engaging campaigns that highlight company culture and career opportunities.Participates in career fairs, industry trade shows and employee acquisition events.Leads the planning and execution of recruitment events to enhance visibility and attract top-tier talent.Ensures compliance with all legal and organizational recruitment policies and standards.Secondary Job Functions:Assists in developing employer brand initiatives such as internal communications, employee testimonials, and workplace culture content for marketing materials.Assists in marketing initiatives to support branding and lead generation efforts, including advertising campaigns, brochure development, website enhancements, presentations, and participation in trade shows.Key Competencies:LeadershipBuilds rapport, mentors and manages effective teams and work groups.Strong decision-making skills, situational awareness and ability to perform under pressure.Understands others and demonstrates cognitive and behavioral flexibility (Emotional Intelligence).Demonstrates and fosters maturity in judgment, ethics and integrity.FunctionalBusiness/Financial acumen.Demonstrates effective organizational, time management and planning skills.High level of conflict resolution skills and the willingness to make difficult decisions specific to technology or resource needs.Possesses an appreciation of business demands (schedule, scope, budget and customer requirements).Ability to analyze and evaluate work processes, workflow and budgets to maintain successful project delivery.FoundationalDemonstrates flexibility/adaptability in changing and challenging situations.Demonstrates a passion for the business and its success.Clear and concise verbal and written communication.Demonstrates a focus on client service and attention to detail.Demonstrates a commitment to continuous personal, peer and process improvement.Fosters positive energy, creativity and teamwork across all departments/locations with the goal of furthering the company values and mission.Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field preferred (equivalent experience may be considered).Minimum of 2 years of experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle in a corporate or agency setting.  Thorough understanding of talent acquisition processes, employment laws, and recruitment metrics to ensure compliance and effectiveness.Proficient in leveraging social media platforms and technologies (e.g., LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter) for candidate sourcing and employer branding.Proficient in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms to streamline recruitment processes.Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and manage relationships across all organizational levels and external partners.Proven ability to foster collaborative and trusting relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and colleagues. Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.Experience in sales or marketing, particularly in roles involving branding or lead generation, is preferred.Ability to travel when necessary.Reliable personal transportation with valid liability insurance.Fluent in verbal and written English.Available for after-hour, weekend, and holiday support.Available for overnight and extended travel.