The Talent Acquisition Specialist plays a critical role in sourcing, attracting, and hiring qualified candidates who align with the company's culture and long-term strategic goals. At Seprod this position manages the full recruitment lifecycle, from initial requisition to onboarding, ensuring a positive candidate experience and building strong relationships with hiring managers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Sourcing & Pipeline Development:
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand current and future staffing needs, job specifications, and ideal candidate profiles.
- Develop and implement innovative and effective sourcing strategies to attract high-quality candidates, utilizing various channels such as job boards, professional networks (e.g., LinkedIn), social media, industry events, and employee referral programs.
- Proactively build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for frequently recruited or critical roles.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to inform recruitment strategies.
- Full-Cycle Recruitment Management:
- Write clear, compelling, and legally compliant job descriptions that accurately reflect position requirements and company culture.
- Post job openings on relevant platforms and manage applicant flow.
- Screen resumes and applications, conducting initial phone screenings and interviews to assess candidate qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.
- Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers and interview panels, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.
- Facilitate the interview process, providing guidance to both candidates and interviewers.
- Conduct reference checks and background screenings as required.
- Prepare and extend formal job offers, negotiate terms and conditions of employment, and ensure all necessary paperwork is completed.
- Candidate Experience & Employer Branding:
- Ensure a positive and engaging candidate experience throughout the entire recruitment process.
- Champion the company's employer brand, promoting a positive image to attract top talent.
- Participate in or organize career fairs and recruitment events to enhance the company's visibility.
- Collaboration & Advisory:
- Partner closely with hiring managers to define hiring needs, develop selection criteria, and provide guidance on recruitment best practices.
- Advise managers on interview techniques, candidate assessment, and offer management.
- Collaborate with HR colleagues on broader talent management initiatives.
- Reporting & Compliance:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date recruitment data in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
- Generate reports on recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-hire, source effectiveness, cost-per-hire) to identify areas for improvement.
- Ensure all recruitment activities comply with relevant employment laws and company policies in Jamaica.
- Onboarding Support:
- Assist with the initial stages of new employee onboarding to ensure a smooth transition into the organization.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2-4 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition or full-cycle recruitment, preferably within a fast-paced environment.
- Technical Skills:
- Proven experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) (e.g., Greenhouse, Workday, BambooHR, Workable, SuccessFactors).
- Proficiency in using social media platforms and professional networks for sourcing (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter).
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Skills & Competencies:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with candidates and hiring managers.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Knowledge of local employment laws and regulations in Jamaica.
- A proactive, results-oriented, and customer-focused approach.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, HRCI-PHR).
- Experience recruiting for a diverse range of roles (e.g., technical, professional, administrative).
- Familiarity with employer branding strategies.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Pension
- Lunch Subsidy
- Others
