Talent Acquisition, ICO

Sani/Ikos Group; Faro; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sani/Ikos Group in the Algarve is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to support end-to-end recruitment for our beachfront resorts. You will partner with hiring managers and the TA team to attract, assess and select exceptional talent for a growing hospitality group.

You will manage candidate experience, participate in employer branding, and help optimize recruitment processes while ensuring compliance and a positive, inclusive hiring journey.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in talent acquisition or recruitment
• Hospitality experience is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal English; German/French a bonus

Responsibilities

• Support full recruitment cycle: sourcing, screening, interviewing and selection
• Access multiple channels (job boards, social media, referrals) to identify candidates
• Assess candidates against role requirements and culture
• Coordinate interviews and keep candidates updated throughout
• Contribute to employer branding and talent pipelines
• Assist in recruitment reporting and data accuracy

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Proactive

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Team player

Education

University degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

ATS

Job description

Role overview

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting the end-to-end recruitment process for Sani/Ikos Group in the Algarve. Working closely with hiring managers and the Talent Acquisition team, you will help attract, assess and select exceptional talent to support the continued growth of our beachfront resorts.

You will contribute to a timely, professional and engaging candidate experience, while supporting recruitment campaigns, talent pipelines and employer branding initiatives across a dynamic and fast-paced hospitality environment.

Key responsibilities

Recruitment and candidate management

• Support the full recruitment cycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing and candidate selection.
• Use a range of recruitment channels such as job boards, social media, professional networks, referrals and direct sourcing to identify qualified candidates.
• Assess candidates against role requirements, ensuring alignment with skills, experience and organisational culture.
• Support high-volume and operational recruitment campaigns, ensuring vacancies are managed efficiently and within agreed timelines.
• Deliver clear, timely and professional communication throughout the candidate journey.

Stakeholder partnership

• Work closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, role profiles and candidate expectations.
• Provide guidance and support throughout the recruitment and selection process.
• Contribute to workforce planning by identifying current and anticipated hiring needs.

Coordination and candidate experience

• Coordinate, schedule and participate in interviews with hiring managers and candidates.
• Maintain regular communication with candidates regarding application progress and next steps.
• Help ensure a positive, consistent and inclusive candidate experience.

Talent attraction and employer branding

• Participate in recruitment events, job fairs, career days and networking activities to promote the Sani/Ikos Group employer brand.
• Support initiatives that strengthen the talent pipeline and increase visibility in relevant candidate markets.
• Contribute to talent attraction campaigns and sourcing strategies for operational and seasonal recruitment needs.

Process improvement and reporting

• Support the development and implementation of recruitment strategies, tools, processes and best practices.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and assist with recruitment reporting.
• Ensure all recruitment activity complies with company policies, procedures and applicable data protection requirements.

Required qualifications and experience

• University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, ideally within hospitality.
• Experience in high-volume, operational, hospitality, tourism or seasonal recruitment will be considered an advantage.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS), recruitment platforms and candidate databases.
• Strong understanding of recruitment processes and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal English; knowledge of German and/or French will be considered an advantage.
• Ability to manage multiple vacancies and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while managing responsibilities independently.

Desired skills and competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational and coordination abilities.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented and service-minded approach.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with candidates and stakeholders.
• Adaptability, discretion and professionalism.

Benefits and perks

• The opportunity to join a leading hospitality group with exciting growth plans.
• A supportive environment that values development, collaboration and wellbeing.
• Continuous learning and career development opportunities.
• The chance to contribute to a purpose-driven organisation committed to responsible tourism and excellence in guest and employee experience.

Company culture and values

At Sani/Ikos Group, people are at the centre of everything we do. Our culture is shaped by philoxenia - the Greek tradition of welcoming others with generosity and care - and by a shared commitment to thoughtful service, meaningful experiences and sustainable growth.

We value inclusion, teamwork and integrity, and we are proud to offer an environment where individuals feel respected, supported and empowered to grow.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process.