Talent Acquisition Trainee - French Speaker (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

Our Talent Acquisition team, composed of 13 people, is integrated into the HR Business Service Line department.

As a Talent Acquisition Trainee, you will be responsible for developing, executing and implementing talent sourcing and acquisition strategies. You will do this by working in collaboration with Talent Acquisition Partners and Hiring Managers to develop and enhance an effective recruiting program that will attract highly qualified individuals by understanding current market trends and talent pools.

You will be accountable for:

• Writing and publishing our internal/external job postings by using Solvay’s Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to develop clear and concise, results-oriented job descriptions and taking ownership of the published advertisement.
• Sourcing and interviewing candidates by using all of Solvay’s digital and direct sourcing channels to engage candidates and conduct unbiased behavior-based interviews.
• End-to-end candidate management by being the first impression and Solvay contact person to candidates and carrying this effective communication through the end of the recruiting process.
• Tracking candidates and positions in the ATS by taking ownership and accountability for your requisitions to ensure all applicants are correctly dispositioned in the ATS and in accordance with local compliance requirements.
• Recruit the local market to fill critical needs by developing recruiting strategies for site-specific recruiting channels and partnerships

We offer an internship (9 months) contract based on a hybrid working mode.

About you

Relevant degree or equivalent in HR or related areas.

Competencies:

• Good level of English and French
• Strong interpersonal skills to build positive candidate experiences and maintain effective stakeholder relationships
• Strong attention to detail when managing an end-to-end recruitment process

Behaviors:

• Proactive mindset
• Strong sense of collaboration
• Learning agility

About the pay

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. The base pay expected for this role is € 940,00- € 1040,00 per month in Portugal. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package such as a lunch allowance, home office allowance and discounts with partner companies.

Benefits:

• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and a package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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