Talent Acquisition Specialist

SHI International Corp.; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity focus

Growth opportunities

Health benefits

Tech-enabled offices

Job summary

SHI UK is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to actively source candidates, conduct resume searches, and maintain a diverse network of active and passive candidates. You will collaborate with hiring managers and support recruiting strategies to fill roles efficiently.

The role involves scheduling interviews, participating in local career fairs, and handling confidential information with discretion. A bachelor’s degree or relevant experience is required, with travel to events possible.

Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor’s Degree or relevant work experience required.
• Experience in active sourcing and recruiting is preferred.
• Proficiency with ATS (iCIMS) and HR software is expected.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Engage in active networking to identify candidates.
• Conduct resume searches and initial contact with potential candidates.
• Maintain a network of active and passive candidates.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand hiring needs.
• Screen candidates and assist with interview scheduling.
• Participate in local career fairs and recruitment events.
• Support recruitment-related administrative tasks.

Skills

Active networking

Resume screening

Sourcing practices

Hiring manager collaboration

Recruitment events

Admin tasks

Confidential handling

HR platforms

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

iCIMS ATS

Excel

Video conferencing

Job description

About Us

Since 1989, SHI International Corp. has helped organizations change the world through technology. We’ve grown every year since, and today we’re proud to be a $16 billion global provider of IT solutions and services.

Over 17,000 organizations worldwide rely on SHI’s concierge approach to help them solve what’s next.But the heartbeat of SHI is our employees – all 7,000 of them.If you join our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Our commitment to diversity, as the largest minority- and woman-owned enterprise in the U.S.

• Continuous professional growth and leadership opportunities.

• Health, wellness, and financial benefits to offer peace of mind to you and your family.

• World-class facilities and the technology you need to thrive – in our offices or yours.

Job Summary

The Talent Acquisition Specialist actively networks to identify candidates, conducts resume searches, and maintains a network of active and passive candidates using various sourcing practices. This role involves collaborating with hiring managers to understand needs, contributing to recruiting strategies, screening candidates, and participating in recruitment events. The ideal candidate will support recruitment-related administrative tasks, handle confidential information with discretion, and utilize digital platforms to streamline HR processes and enhance recruitment efficiency.

Role Description

• Engage in active networking to identify and approach candidates.

• Conduct resume searches and initial contact with potential candidates.

• Maintain a network of active and passive candidates.

• Utilize sourcing practices including job boards and social media.

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand hiring needs.

• Contribute to the development of recruiting strategies.

• Screen candidates and assist with interview scheduling.

• Participate in local career fairs and recruitment events.

• Support recruitment-related administrative tasks.

• Handle confidential information with discretion.

Behaviors and Competencies

• Adaptability: Can adjust to changes in the work environment, manage multiple tasks, and effectively handle uncertainty.

• Communication: Can effectively communicate complex ideas and information, and can adapt communication style to the audience.

• Detail-Oriented: Can identify errors or inconsistencies in work and make necessary corrections.

• Judgment: Can evaluate situations, identify patterns or implications, and decide on an appropriate course of action based on analysis and experience.

• Flexibility: Can adapt to new methods and procedures, and can propose alternative solutions when faced with obstacles.

• Follow-Through: Can manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines without needing explicit reminders.

• Initiative: Can identify opportunities for improvement, propose solutions, and take action without explicit instructions.

• Interpersonal Skills: Can communicate effectively, build relationships, and resolve conflicts with others in moderate situations.

• Prioritization: Can identify critical tasks, arrange them based on importance, and execute without explicit instructions.

• Productivity: Can identify opportunities for process improvement, propose solutions, and take action to increase productivity without explicit instructions.

Skill Level Requirements

• Expertise in identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent through strategic sourcing methods, effective recruitment marketing, and a deep understanding of the competitive job market - Intermediate

• The ability to adeptly use various digital platforms and applications designed for human resources management, including payroll systems, applicant tracking systems, and employee performance evaluation software, to streamline HR processes and enhance organizational efficiency - Intermediate

• Experienced in navigating ATS platforms like iCIMS, with proficiency in tracking applicant progress, managing recruitment workflows, and ensuring seamless integration with HR systems - Intermediate

• Experience in utilizing Microsoft Excel for data analysis, including the use of formulas, functions, pivot tables, and data visualization tools - Intermediate

• Experience in utilizing video conferencing platforms, hosting virtual meetings, managing participant interactions, and troubleshooting common technical issues - Intermediate

Other Requirements

• Completed Bachelor’s Degree or relevant work experience required

• 2-4 years of experience in a similar role

• Ability to travel to SHI, Partner, and Customer Events

• Ability to travel 10%

SHI UK is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and we are dedicated to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process.

Equal Employment Opportunity – M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status