Pharma Talent Acquisition Specialist

AbbVie; Sligo; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead end-to-end recruitment across Ireland, partnering with hiring managers and HR Business Partners. You will design sourcing strategies and screen candidates to fill roles efficiently while maintaining excellent service standards.

In this role you will collaborate with external agencies, manage timelines, and contribute to TA projects, ensuring a positive candidate and stakeholder experience across the organization.

Qualifications

• Relevant third level qualification.
• Previous recruitment experience (in-house or 3rd party agency).
• Successful track record of high-volume recruiting, ideally in pharma/medical devices.
• Demonstrated customer focus and ability to engage with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to use initiative and work in a fast-paced environment, delivering best-in-class service.
• Track record of building strong professional relationships both internally and externally.
• Team player who supports colleagues as required.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of the end-to-end recruitment process for all assigned requisitions, from intake meetings with hiring managers through to offer and onboarding.
• Engage with HR Business Partners and hiring managers regarding current and future recruitment requirements.
• Design and deliver branded sourcing strategies to attract top talent for site-specific initiatives.
• Manage intake meetings with hiring managers with clear plan around requirements, interview panels and timeframes.
• Screen and shortlist suitable candidates via telephone, video and onsite interviews.
• Ensure communication with candidates and hiring managers is regular throughout the process.
• Partner with 3rd party recruitment agencies to identify suitable candidates.
• Participate in TA related projects and initiatives.
• Work to agreed SLA’s and processes to fill requisitions promptly.
• Attend recruitment career fairs and events as required.

Skills

Stakeholder management

High-volume recruiting

Interviewing

Sourcing strategies

Candidate screening

Education

Third-level qualification

Job description

AbbVie is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead end-to-end recruitment across Ireland, partnering with hiring managers and HR Business Partners. You will design sourcing strategies and screen candidates to fill roles efficiently while maintaining excellent service standards.

In this role you will collaborate with external agencies, manage timelines, and contribute to TA projects, ensuring a positive candidate and stakeholder experience across the organization.