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Talent Acquisition

Talent Acquisition job description

Partnering with hiring managers to understand business needs and role requirementsDeveloping and executing recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidatesWriting and posting job advertisements across various platformsScreening applications, conducting interviews, and managing candidate communicationsCoordinating interview processes and managing feedback loopsBuilding and maintaining a strong pipeline of active and passive candidatesManaging relationships with external recruitment agencies when neededSupporting employer branding initiatives, including social media and careers site contentAnalysing recruitment metrics and providing reports on hiring trends and performanceEnsuring a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring journeyMaintaining compliance with relevant employment laws and recruitment policies

Typical Talent Acquisition duties

What qualifications should a Talent Acquisition professional have?

A successful Talent Acquisition professional typically has experience in recruitment or HR, with a strong understanding of sourcing strategies and candidate engagement. A job description could include education or training in any of the following areas:Human ResourcesBusiness or CommercePsychology or Organisational BehaviourCommunications or MarketingTalent Acquisition professionals should also demonstrate the following key skills:Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilitiesAbility to assess candidates for both technical fit and cultural alignmentFamiliarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment toolsOrganisational and time-management skillsCreative thinking and adaptability in sourcing approachesUnderstanding of employment legislation and recruitment best practicesAnalytical mindset to interpret recruitment data and trends

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