Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at Accellor, your primary responsibilities will include managing the end-to-end recruitment process, overseeing bulk hiring and entry-level recruitment, and collaborating with hiring managers to identify specific talent needs. You'll also maintain a candidate database through an ATS, promote job openings, and establish relationships with universities to source a flow of new talent. Your role is critical in ensuring we attract and retain the right candidates that match our company's values and needs.

Accellor seeks candidates for the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist position who have 6-8 years of experience in recruitment, preferably within an IT consultancy. Strong communication skills, experience in bulk hiring and campus recruitment, and familiarity with ATS tools are essential. Additionally, technical recruitment experience in the IT field will be highly valued. Candidates should be organized, result-oriented, and open to travel for campus recruitment initiatives.

The work culture at Accellor is one that encourages curiosity, learning, and collaboration. As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will find yourself in an open and laid-back environment alongside a team of motivated individuals. We prioritize work-life balance and support professional development through various training programs, making it a great place for you to grow and thrive in your career!

At Accellor, we are committed to the professional development of our employees, including the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist role. Our dedicated Learning & Development team organizes training sessions on communication skills, stress management, and other essential soft skills. We also encourage industry certifications and growth opportunities, ensuring that you continually enhance your recruitment prowess and stay up to date with industry best practices.

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at Accellor, you can expect a competitive salary along with benefits such as family medical insurance, personal accident insurance, performance bonuses, and referral bonuses. We also value your time outside of work, offering flexible schedules, opportunities to work remotely, and generous paid time off to help maintain your work-life balance.

In answering this question, focus on your previous roles where you've successfully managed bulk hiring drives. Discuss the techniques you used to source candidates, engage with universities, and the results of those efforts in terms of the number of hires and the quality of candidates.

To answer this, outline specific strategies such as leveraging online platforms like LinkedIn, utilizing ATS tools, and attending job fairs. Emphasize the importance of understanding the target audience and tailoring your approach to meet their expectations.

When addressing this question, share your approach to assessing both technical skills and cultural fit. Discuss the types of competency-based questions you would ask and your methods for evaluating candidates' responses and behaviors.

In your response, highlight the importance of continuous learning and professional development. Mention some industry blogs, webinars, or conferences you follow, and discuss how implementing new trends has improved your recruitment process.

Provide a specific example where you led a successful recruitment campaign, detailing your strategy, outreach methods, challenges faced, and the outcome. Highlight any figures or metrics that illustrate your success.

Discuss the relevance of empathy and transparency when conveying rejection to candidates. Share techniques you use for providing constructive feedback and maintaining a positive candidate experience, even when the news is unfavorable.

Mention specific tools you've used such as ATS systems, recruitment marketing software, and sourcing platforms. Elaborate on how your familiarity with these tools enhances efficiency and productivity in your recruitment processes.

Discuss key performance indicators (KPIs) you track, such as time-to-fill, candidate quality, and retention rates. Emphasize the importance of analyzing these metrics to continually refine and improve your strategies.

In your answer, stress the significance of teamwork with hiring managers and other stakeholders. Explain how effective communication and collaboration lead to better understanding of requirements and ultimately better hiring decisions.

Use this opportunity to express your admiration for Accellor's innovative approach to talent acquisition, company culture, and commitment to employee development. Share any personal alignment with their values and how you envision contributing to their mission.