Sr Talent Acquisition Specialist

CF Industries; Northbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two medical plan options

Health savings plan with company match

Dental and vision benefits

Well-being incentive program

401(k) with employer contribution 10–?

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off programs

Incentive program for full-time

Job summary

CF Industries is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full lifecycle recruitment for corporate positions nationwide. You will design sourcing strategies, build candidate pools, partner with hiring managers, and drive metrics-driven hiring decisions.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, candidate experience, and staying abreast of labor market trends while operating in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of recruiting experience, preferably a mix of corporate and third-party search experience.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to provide high touch consultation to leadership at every level.
• Track record of gaining a deep understanding of the business lines supported.
• Proficient in using Workday applicant tracking system.
• Expertise in LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing & social media platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of employment laws, regulations and OFCCP compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to influence hiring decisions with tact and professionalism.
• Proven ability to work in a matrixed and geographically dispersed environment.
• Strong computer skills, including Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Ability to travel 15% of the time.
• Hybrid work model, this position requires 3 days a week in the office and work remotely on the other days.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the search process for corporate positions; accountable for the full life cycle of assigned searches – from intake, sourcing, interviewing, debrief and selection, to offer recommendation and presentation.
• Develop and execute creative strategic sourcing strategies to attract passive and active candidates.
• Source and build robust talent pools by leveraging diverse and innovative channels.
• Partner with hiring managers to create compelling recruitment marketing strategies.
• Manage and analyze recruitment metrics, offering insights and recommendations to improve the hiring process.
• Facilitate and lead New Hire Orientation sessions.
• Educate the internal teams and business partners on trends in the external labor market, competitive total rewards insights, talent availability, and other key factors that impact recruitment strategies and decision making.
• Lead and contribute to cross-functional HR project initiatives and committees.
• Prepare, extend, and negotiate competitive job offers.
• Cultivate long-term relationships with candidates and build sustainable talent pipelines.
• Responsible for compiling and presenting weekly recruiting reports, analyzing key metrics to assess, and creating recruiting strategies to fill positions effectively.
• Provide guidance to hiring managers on recruitment policies, interview procedures, and legal compliance.
• Maintain accurate records within the applicant tracking system and produce weekly recruitment reports.
• Continuously strive for improvements in recruitment efficiencies, such as reducing time-to-fill and enhancing candidate satisfaction.
• Attend meetings, conferences and seminars to gain additional knowledge and effectively leverage in daily work and educate others in what was learned.
• Maintain positive and collaborative communication with colleagues, clients, contractors and vendors.

Skills

Relationship-building

Stakeholder management

Recruiting strategy

Communication

Travel flexibility

Hybrid collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business

Tools

Workday

LinkedIn Recruiter

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you’ll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You’ll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world’s transition to clean energy.

Function: Human Resources

Job Summary: The Talent Acquisition team at CF Industries is hiring an experienced Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team. As a key player in our talent acquisition efforts, you will be responsible for sourcing, attracting, and hiring top-tier candidates across various departments and locations. Your ability to build relationships, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive innovative recruiting strategies will be critical to our success.

Job Description

• Lead and execute the search process for corporate positions; accountable for the full life cycle of assigned searches – from intake, sourcing, interviewing, debrief and selection, to offer recommendation and presentation.
• Develop and execute creative strategic sourcing strategies to attract passive and active candidates.
• Source and build robust talent pools by leveraging diverse and innovative channels.
• Partner with hiring managers to create compelling recruitment marketing strategies.
• Manage and analyze recruitment metrics, offering insights and recommendations to improve the hiring process.
• Facilitate and lead New Hire Orientation sessions.
• Educate the internal teams and business partners on trends in the external labor market, competitive total rewards insights, talent availability, and other key factors that impact recruitment strategies and decision making.
• Lead and contribute to cross-functional HR project initiatives and committees.
• Prepare, extend, and negotiate competitive job offers.
• Cultivate long-term relationships with candidates and build sustainable talent pipelines.
• Responsible for compiling and presenting weekly recruiting reports, analyzing key metrics to assess, and creating recruiting strategies to fill positions effectively.
• Provide guidance to hiring managers on recruitment policies, interview procedures, and legal compliance.
• Maintain accurate records within the applicant tracking system and produce weekly recruitment reports.
• Continuously strive for improvements in recruitment efficiencies, such as reducing time-to-fill and enhancing candidate satisfaction.
• Attend meetings, conferences and seminars to gain additional knowledge and effectively leverage in daily work and educate others in what was learned.
• Maintain positive and collaborative communication with colleagues, clients, contractors and vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of recruiting experience, preferably a mix of corporate and third-party search experience.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to provide high touch consultation to leadership at every level.
• Track record of gaining a deep understanding of the business lines supported.
• Proficient in using Workday applicant tracking system.
• Expertise in LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing & social media platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of employment laws, regulations and OFCCP compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to influence hiring decisions with tact and professionalism.
• Proven ability to work in a matrixed and geographically disbursed environment.
• Strong computer skills, including Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Ability to travel 15% of the time.
• Hybrid work model, this position requires 3 days a week in the office and work remotely on the other days.
• Excellent multitasking, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.

The estimated base pay for the position is typically between $94,700 - $124,900. The actual base pay for the position may be influenced by factors such as education, training, skills, qualifications, competencies, years of experience, job-related knowledge, and scope of the role, and could be outside of the posted pay range.

Benefits

• Two medical plan options
• A health savings plan with a company contribution and a match
• Dental and vision benefits
• A well-being incentive program
• 401(k) Plan which provides a protentional of receiving between 10% and 13% of employer’s contribution
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off programs
• Incentive program is available to all full-time employees
• and much more

For more detailed information on the CF programs, please visit our Total Rewards website at: https://cftotalrewards.com/

FMLA: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fml

Employee Polygraph Protection Act https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf

Employees in Canada can learn more about their rights by viewing the "Canadian Human Rights Act".

NOTICE Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, CF Industries may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence ("AI") and machine learning technologies, to assist recruiters in identifying and prioritizing candidates whose qualifications align with job-related criteria, including information provided during the application process such as resumes, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools support but do not replace human decision-making, and all final employment decisions are made by our Talent Acquisition team and/or hiring managers exercising independent judgment. If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at CF Industries, need reasonable accommodation with the application process, or have questions about our use of AI, please call 847-405-2400 or contact us at [e-mail].

JOIN OUR TALENT NETWORK

We are a global leader in transforming natural gas into nitrogen. The chemical processes we use ensure we have the nitrogen we need to support life on earth - from fertilizer that feeds the crops that feed the world to products that remove harmful emissions from industrial activities. We are always seeking bright, ethical and resourceful professionals that have achieved a high level of success in their respective fields. Individuals who want to be a part of a strong, financially secure company; who believe in our values, are committed to what we do, and embrace our future. At CF Industries we take great pride in who we are, what we do and the talented people that work for us. Our values extend to our employment and hiring practices. We are committed to doing it right for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. We believe that We do it Right. We do it Well. We execute as a Team. We take a long term view.