Talent Acquisition Business Partner - Contract

UNKNOWN; North Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Health and wellbeing programmes

Retirement plans

Life assurance and disability coverage

EAP and wellbeing resources

Career development opportunities

Job summary

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation focused on bringing new medicines to patients faster. As a Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner, you will lead strategic recruitment initiatives that align with organizational goals and enhance our hiring efforts.

You will manage end-to-end recruitment, collaborate with business leaders, and use data-driven approaches to optimize metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or related field.
• Experience in talent acquisition within healthcare or clinical research.
• Strong leadership and ability to influence in a complex org.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with diverse teams.
• Proficiency with ATS and recruitment tech; data analysis skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in TA.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to understand talent needs and tailor recruitment strategies.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment process with aFocus on candidate experience for hiring managers.
• Use data-driven metrics to evaluate metrics and identify improvement opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external sources to strengthen talent pipelines.
• Stay current with TA trends to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Healthcare recruiting

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Applicant Tracking System

Recruitment software

Job description

Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

As a Talent Acquisition Business Partner at ICON, you will be responsible for developing and execute strategic talent acquisition initiatives that align with organizational goals and enhance our recruitment efforts.

What You Will Do

You will lead on talent acquisition and recruitment tasks requiring technical depth, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include

• Partnering with business leaders to understand talent needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies that support organizational objectives.
• Managing the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and hiring managers.
• Utilizing data-driven approaches to evaluate recruitment metrics and identify areas for improvement in the hiring process.
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external talent sources to enhance our talent pipeline.
• Staying current with industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Your Profile

You will have a strong foundation in talent acquisition and recruitment, with the experience to work independently and guide others.

Required qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related discipline
• Proven experience in talent acquisition within the healthcare or clinical research industry, with a focus on strategic recruitment.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to influence and drive change in a complex organizational environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, facilitating collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems and recruitment technologies, with a solid understanding of data analysis.
• A commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in all talent acquisition efforts.

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
• Retirement and pension plans
• Life assurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.