Strategic Talent Exec

Kforce, Inc; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce, Inc. is seeking a Talent Director in Madison, Wisconsin, to play a crucial role in growth by sourcing and recruiting top talent. You will collaborate with colleagues to understand client needs and guide candidates through the hiring process. Ideal candidates will have 8-13 years of experience in staffing or recruiting, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

This position offers a dynamic work environment where you can showcase your strategic mindset and commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• 8-13 years of experience in staffing, recruiting, or professional sales.
• Proven ability to prioritize initiatives and manage competing demands.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Source candidates through various channels and networks.
• Collaborate with colleagues to understand hiring objectives.
• Guide candidates through the recruiting process.

Skills

Customer relationship management

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Tact and diplomacy

Internet research skills

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Job Description - Strategic Talent Exec (260361)

Summary

The Talent Director plays a critical role in fueling Kforce’s growth by bringing Great People together. The Talent Director executes sourcing and recruiting strategies to identify and attract qualified and diverse candidates, and then matches them to opportunities with our clients. This position demands an exceptional balance of drive and commitment, coupled with exemplary interpersonal skills, topped off with a creative mindset. As a strategic business partner, the Talent Director will interact with internal and external contacts to facilitate the placement process, as well as share knowledge and expertise with newer team members. The Talent Director will possess the uncanny ability to successfully manage multiple priorities in a high‑paced and fast‑changing work environment. The Talent Director also serves as a role model to junior members of the team.

Responsibilities

• Source candidates through networking, employee referrals, job boards, social media presence ad searches, career fairs, internet research and direct contact.
• Collaborate with Kforce colleagues to fully understand the client’s hiring objectives and requirements.
• Submit candidates, providing information needed to facilitate hiring decisions, including salary recommendations.
• Coordinate interview and follow up activities.
• As the candidate advocate, guide candidates through the recruiting process, including evaluation of skills and expertise, the interview process and salary negotiation.
• Facilitate the offer process, including salary negotiations, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
• Ensure pre‑employment steps, including reference checks and background and drug tests are completed in a timely fashion.
• Manage consultants while on assignment; facilitate redeployment of consultants as assignments approach completion.
• Conduct all interactions with the utmost diplomacy and tact. Maintain confidentiality and treat others with conscientious respect.
• Connect with candidates, colleagues and clients on a regular basis to develop and maintain relationships, expand industry knowledge, and generate referrals and leads.
• Stay abreast of current recruiting trends and recommend creative strategies to meet hiring goals.
• As a more senior member of the team, help newer members of the team succeed through mentorship and sharing of expertise.

Requirements

• 8-13 years professional experience in a staffing, corporate, recruiting or professional sales environment
• Ability to develop customer relationship management, consultative and negotiation skills.
• Proven organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to self-manage, prioritize initiatives and work well in a team environment with competing demands and tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on tact and diplomacy.
• Strong internet research skills. Proficiency in MS office, including Word and Excel. Ability to grasp cutting edge technologies.

Certificates and/or Licenses

• None required.

Kforce is an equal opportunity employer that has veterans and disabled affirmative action programs.