Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist

Responsibilities:

Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead and inspire a team of technical recruiters, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure individual and collective success.
  
• Foster a collaborative and results-driven team culture, encouraging continuous learning and development.
  

Strategic Recruitment:

• Develop and execute strategic recruitment plans to meet the company's technical talent acquisition goals.
  
• Collaborate with senior management to align recruitment strategies with the company's growth objectives.
  

Candidate Sourcing and Engagement:

• Leverage various sourcing methods to identify and engage passive and active candidates in the technology sector.
  
• Implement innovative approaches to attract diverse candidates and maintain a strong talent pipeline.
  

Candidate Evaluation:

• Screen and assess candidate qualifications, skills, and cultural fit through interviews and assessments.
  
• Provide guidance to your team in evaluating technical expertise and soft skills of candidates.
  

Collaboration:

• Partner closely with department heads and hiring managers to understand technical requirements, position specifications, and team dynamics.
  
• Foster effective communication between the recruitment team and hiring stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency.
  

Process Improvement:

• Continuously assess and improve recruitment processes, tools, and technologies to enhance efficiency and candidate experience.
  
• Implement best practices and stay updated with industry trends to maintain a competitive edge in recruitment.
  

Data-Driven Insights:

• Utilize recruitment metrics and data to measure team performance and identify areas for improvement.
  
• Provide regular reports and insights to senior management regarding recruitment activities and outcomes.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources , Business, or related field ( master's  degree is a plus).
  
• Proven experience (5 to 7 years) in technical recruitment, with a focus on roles in software development, engineering, data science, etc.
  
• Strong leadership experience, including managing and mentoring a team of recruiters.
  
• In-depth understanding of technical roles, skills, and industry trends.
  
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
  
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment tools.
  
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze recruitment metrics and optimize processes.
  
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  
• Demonstrated ability to adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  
• Professional certifications in HR or recruitment are a plus.