Talent Acquisition Specialist

KLA; Newport; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA is seeking a highly organized Talent Acquisition Coordinator to support our recruitment activities and ensure a seamless candidate experience. You will partner with Recruiters, Hiring Managers, HR teams and candidates throughout the hiring process.

The successful candidate excels at communication, multi-tasking and coordinating interviews across multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. This role involves collaboration with the HR team and the business to drive timely hires at SPTS

Qualifications

• Experience in Recruitment Coordination, Talent Acquisition Support, HR Administration or similar role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the confidence to engage directly with candidates.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to work with diverse teams.
• Experience using ATS and scheduling tools.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Teams, Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial phone screenings to assess qualifications, experience, motivation and fit for open roles.
• Serve as the first point of contact for candidates, maintaining a professional candidate experience.
• Answer candidate questions and provide information regarding the recruitment process.
• Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout the hiring journey.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews across stakeholders, manage calendars and ensure timely scheduling.
• Coordinate virtual, onsite and panel interviews and prepare interview materials.
• Monitor recruitment progress and address scheduling conflicts with stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate candidate records in the ATS and generate recruitment reports.

Skills

Candidate screening

Stakeholder management

Organization

Candidate experience

Communication

Recruitment coordination

Attention to detail

Phone screening

Tools

ATS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview

The SPTS division of KLA, designs, manufactures and markets wafer processing solutions for the global semiconductor and related industries. SPTS provides industry leading etch and deposition process technologies on a range of single wafer handling platforms. End-market applications include micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), advanced packaging, LED, high speed RF device IC's and power semiconductors. SPTS is part of KLA Corporation which develops industry-leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry. We provide advanced process control and process-enabling solutions for manufacturing wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. In close collaboration with leading customers across the globe, our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers design solutions that move the world forward.

Company Overview

The SPTS division of KLA, designs, manufactures and markets wafer processing solutions for the global semiconductor and related industries. SPTS provides industry leading etch and deposition process technologies on a range of single wafer handling platforms. End-market applications include micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), advanced packaging, LED, high speed RF device IC's and power semiconductors. SPTS is part of KLA Corporation which develops industry-leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry. We provide advanced process control and process-enabling solutions for manufacturing wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. In close collaboration with leading customers across the globe, our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers design solutions that move the world forward.

Group/Division

The vision of KLA's global human resources organization is to become a leader and partner to operating leadership in support of the company's efforts to achieve its strategic growth, customer and operating objectives through strategic talent management. Our mission is to enable the business, and leverage human resources to achieve short and long-term business objectives. Our primary areas of strategic focus include talent acquisition, individual and organizational assessment and development, performance management, inclusion and engagement, and rewards. The global HR organization includes HR business partners, learning and development, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee communications, and HR system operations.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Talent Acquisition Coordinator to support our recruitment activities. This role is critical in ensuring a seamless candidate experience while partnering closely with Recruiters, Hiring Managers, HR teams, and candidates throughout the hiring process.

The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator who enjoys interacting with people, can effectively assess candidate suitability through initial screening conversations, and excels at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Candidate Engagement & Screening

• Conduct initial phone screenings with candidates to assess their qualifications, experience, motivation, and overall fit for open positions.
• Serve as the first point of contact for candidates, providing a professional and positive candidate experience.
• Answer candidate questions and provide information regarding the recruitment process.
• Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout the hiring journey.

Interview Coordination

• Schedule and coordinate interviews across multiple stakeholders, including Hiring Managers, Recruiters, and HR Business Partners.
• Manage complex interview calendars and ensure timely scheduling while balancing competing priorities.
• Coordinate virtual, onsite, and panel interviews.
• Prepare and distribute interview schedules, confirmations, and relevant documentation.

Stakeholder Management

• Partner closely with Recruiters, Hiring Managers, HR teams, and business leaders to support recruitment activities.
• Act as a liaison between candidates and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient communication.
• Monitor recruitment progress and proactively address scheduling conflicts or delays.

Recruitment Administration

• Maintain accurate candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Track interview progress and ensure recruitment data is kept up to date.
• Generate recruitment reports and support hiring metric tracking when required.
• Ensure recruitment processes are compliant with company policies and employment regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience in Recruitment Coordination, Talent Acquisition Support, HR Administration or a similar role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the confidence to engage directly with candidates.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to work with diverse teams.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and scheduling tools is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Word.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Customer-focused with a passion for delivering an exceptional candidate experience.
• Strong problem-solving and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working under pressure.
• Professional, proactive, and service-oriented mindset.

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer