Talent Acquisition Specialist

IDC Corporate; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology market research firm seeks a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full-cycle recruitment, identifying and attracting top talent. This role involves managing the recruitment strategy and stakeholder experience, ensuring a positive hiring process while leveraging data and insights to inform the strategy.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' professional recruitment experience.
• Experience from corporate or agency/executive search firm preferred.
• Must have talent advisor mentality with ability to influence hiring managers.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for assigned client groups.
• Provide counsel regarding market trends including compensation and skills.
• Serve as the primary contact for candidates during the recruitment process.

Skills

Sourcing skills

Data leverage

Influencing

Collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree

Job description

Overview

IDC, the world’s leading technology market research firm, is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Human Resources Department. This is an exciting opportunity to help bring on top talent to a growing organization!

The Talent Acquisition Specialist (TAS) will have full-cycle recruitment responsibilities for assigned client groups within IDC. This includes supporting all internal and external recruitment efforts. The TAS will be accountable for developing the recruitment strategy, identifying and attracting appropriate top talent, and managing the stakeholder experience throughout the selection and offer processes.

Why IDC?

IDC is the most respected global technology market research firm. We are changing the way the world thinks about the impact of technology on business and society. Our people, data, and analytics create global technology insights that accelerate customer success. IDC was recognized by the Institute of Industry Relations (IIAR) as the 2024 Analyst Firm of the Year for delivering critical, timely insights in coordinated efforts around the world, during a time when our customers faced unprecedented challenges.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process while creating a positive stakeholder experience (i.e., candidates, hiring teams, HRBPs).
• Provide counsel and guidance to hiring teams regarding market trends including compensation, skills/competencies, target companies, etc.
• Generate and analyze recruitment metrics and reports to track progress, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations for improving the hiring process.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process, providing timely updates and feedback.
• Lead or participate in Talent Acquisition projects such as system automation, process optimization, or tool development.
• Foster a collaborative recruiting team environment and a service-oriented culture that drives the timely delivery of diverse talent to the organization.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years’ professional recruitment experience from a corporate setting or an agency/executive search firm. A combination of corporate and executive search experience is preferred.
• Must have a talent advisor mentality with the ability to influence hiring managers effectively. Proven sourcing skills and the ability to leverage data to influence recruitment strategy.
• Experience working with ambiguity, self-directed work style, and ability to operate effectively in a virtual team environment.

About IDC

International Data Corporation (IDC) is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications, and consumer technology markets. IDC helps IT professionals, business executives, and investors make fact-based decisions. With over 1,100 analysts and operations in more than 110 countries, IDC has provided strategic insights for 50 years. IDC is a subsidiary of IDG, a leading technology media, research, and events company.

IDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants and employees without regard to disability, race, gender, age, or other protected categories.

We are committed to fair pay practices. Salary ranges and additional compensation are based on skills, experience, and market data, typically between $80,000 and $100,000 annually, including base and variable pay.