Senior/ Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for sourcing, attracting, assessing, and hiring qualified candidates to meet the organization's manpower requirements. This role requires a proactive and consultative approach to recruitment, strong stakeholder management and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple hiring priorities in a fast-paced environment. The incumbent will work closely with hiring managers and business leaders to deliver effective talent acquisition solutions that support organizational growth and workforce planning objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Partner with hiring managers to understand manpower requirements, job specifications, and hiring priorities.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from job requisition to offer acceptance and onboarding.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract high-quality talent.
• Source candidates through various channels, including job portals, social media platforms, employee referrals, professional networks, and career fairs.
• Screen resumes and applications to identify suitable candidates.
• Conduct phone and virtual interviews to assess candidates' qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Facilitate and manage assessment exercises where applicable.
• Conduct reference checks, employment verifications, and background screenings.
• Prepare and extend employment offers to successful candidates.
• Negotiate compensation packages within approved guidelines and ensure alignment with internal equity.

Stakeholder Management & Business Partnering

• Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers and key business stakeholders to understand evolving workforce needs.
• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on recruitment strategies, talent availability, salary benchmarking, and hiring market trends.
• Manage stakeholder expectations by providing regular recruitment updates and realistic hiring timelines.
• Advise hiring managers on candidate selection, interview techniques, and hiring best practices.
• Collaborate with department heads to support workforce planning and succession planning initiatives.
• Liaise with external recruitment agencies, educational institutions, and industry partners to support talent acquisition efforts.
• Facilitate alignment between business objectives and recruitment strategies to ensure successful hiring outcomes.

Candidate Experience & Employer Branding

• Deliver a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.
• Maintain regular communication with candidates and provide timely updates on application status.
• Promote the organization's employer brand through recruitment campaigns, networking events, and career fairs.
• Support employer branding initiatives on social media and recruitment platforms.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.

Recruitment Operations & Administration

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the recruitment databases.
• Monitor recruitment KPIs, including time-to-fill and quality-of-hire.
• Ensure recruitment activities are conducted in compliance with company policies and employment regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of candidate and employee information.
• Support ad hoc HR projects and talent acquisition initiatives as assigned.

Onboarding Support

• Coordinate pre-employment documentation and onboarding processes for new hires.
• Work closely with HR colleagues and hiring managers to ensure a seamless onboarding experience.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, preferably within the facilities management, property management, engineering, construction, or related industries.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end recruitment processes and talent acquisition best practices.
• Proven ability to manage multiple vacancies simultaneously and work under tight timelines.
• Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong interviewing and candidate assessment capabilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.