(Junior) Talent Acquisition Manager (d/m/w)

As a Junior Talent Acquisition Manager at AUTO1 Group, your main responsibilities will include managing the full recruitment cycle for various departments within the company. You'll conduct interviews, coordinate schedules between candidates and internal counterparts, and ensure a top-notch candidate experience. Additionally, you'll be expected to provide strategic insights and support our teams in finding the best talent for our retail department.

To apply for the Junior Talent Acquisition Manager position at AUTO1 Group, you should ideally have a background in HR or recruiting, with experience in international environments being a plus. You’ll need excellent communication skills in both German and English at a minimum of C1 level, as well as a structured working style and the ability to engage people. While a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Psychology is advantageous, it’s not mandatory.

Absolutely! The Junior Talent Acquisition Manager role at AUTO1 Group is fully remote across Germany. No matter where you reside in the country, you can work full-time from the comfort of your home. We value flexibility, which allows you to balance your professional and personal life effectively.

At AUTO1 Group, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and open company culture. You’ll find a supportive environment that values feedback and encourages personal growth. We embrace diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, creating an inclusive atmosphere where everyone can thrive. Additionally, you’ll be empowered to take responsibility and play an active role in shaping our organizational culture.

Yes, you definitely should! At AUTO1 Group, we recognize that not every candidate will fulfill all the requirements to the letter. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet 100% of the criteria. Our focus is on finding individuals who are eager to learn and grow with us, and we provide the challenges and support necessary for that development.

When answering this question, emphasize your approach to building relationships and utilizing effective sourcing techniques. Talk about your experience with employer branding, leveraging social media, and networking to attract candidates. Showcase any creative initiatives you've implemented to stand out in a competitive job market.

Discuss the importance of communication and transparency throughout the recruitment process. Explain how you keep candidates informed, provide timely feedback, and create a welcoming environment during interviews. Highlight any methods you use to gather candidate feedback to continually improve the process.

Choose a specific challenge, such as finding candidates for a hard-to-fill role or managing a high volume of applicants. Walk the interviewer through your problem-solving process, including how you identified the issue, the strategies you employed, and the positive outcome that resulted from your actions.

Explain your method for assessing candidates, emphasizing both skills and cultural fit. Talk about the types of questions you ask to evaluate their experience, motivations, and alignment with the company's values. Showcase your ability to collaborate with hiring managers to determine evaluation criteria.

Emphasize the importance of data-driven decision-making in recruitment. Discuss how you utilize metrics such as time-to-fill, candidate source effectiveness, and diversity data to inform your strategies. Mention any tools or software you use to track and analyze recruitment data to optimize processes.

Describe your approach to receiving and processing feedback constructively. Talk about the importance of open communication, going back to the hiring managers for clarification, and making adjustments in your search based on their insights to ensure the best fit for their team.

Highlight the key elements that make AUTO1 Group stand out, such as the innovative culture, opportunities for growth, flexible working environment, and commitment to diversity and inclusion. Show that you've done your research and explain how you plan to communicate these values to potential candidates.

Discuss your time management techniques, such as prioritizing tasks, using project management tools, and setting deadlines to keep projects on track. Share any specific methods or approaches you employ to maintain focus while handling multiple candidates and projects simultaneously.

Talk about how you actively seek out information on industry trends by following relevant blogs, attending workshops, and networking with other professionals. Share any resources you find particularly valuable, and explain how you incorporate this knowledge into your recruitment strategies.

Tailor your answer to reflect your passion for the role and your admiration for AUTO1 Group’s mission and culture. Discuss how your values align with the company’s goals and express your enthusiasm for contributing to the team and helping shape the future of talent acquisition within the organization.