Talent Acquisition Specialist

About the Role

We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to oversee the comprehensive recruitment lifecycle, starting from candidate sourcing and screening through offer management and onboarding. The successful candidate will bring substantial expertise in recruiting for technical, engineering, specialist, and corporate positions along with excellent skills in stakeholder management and candidate engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the complete recruitment process including sourcing candidates, screening, conducting interviews and assessments, making offers, and onboarding new hires.
• Handle several open positions simultaneously while ensuring prompt and effective delivery within set deadlines.
• Evaluate candidates based on role specifications, competencies, and alignment with organizational culture.
• Maintain precise recruitment records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Source candidates both actively and passively via job boards, social media, professional networks, referrals, and direct searches.
• Develop and sustain talent pipelines for critical and frequently required roles.
• Conduct candidate screenings and interviews, providing hiring managers with recommendations.
• Collaborate closely with hiring managers to fully understand recruitment needs and hiring priorities.
• Offer market insights and guidance on sourcing tactics and talent availability.
• Keep all stakeholders updated regarding recruitment progress and hiring results.
• Assist hiring managers in selecting candidates and best practices for interviews.
• Ensure delivery of a positive, transparent, and professional candidate experience while fostering relationships for future opportunities.
• Maintain compliance with employment laws, internal policies, and recruitment best practices.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Between 3 to 5 years of experience in Talent Acquisition or Recruitment, ideally within sectors such as technical, engineering, infrastructure, energy, utilities, or construction.
• Demonstrable experience in end-to-end recruitment spanning technical, specialist, and corporate roles.
• Experience handling both high-volume and specialized recruitment campaigns.
• Proficient in managing ATS and recruitment technologies.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong capabilities in stakeholder management and relationship building.
• Expertise in sourcing, networking, and engaging candidates effectively.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced work setting.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Highly organized with strong time-management abilities.
• Skilled in candidate evaluation and interview techniques.
• Maintains professionalism, confidentiality, and business insight.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on solutions and results-oriented outcomes.