Senior Talent Acquisition Partner (m/f/div)

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at DEPT®, you are responsible for identifying and attracting top talent across the EMEA region. Your duties will include reviewing applications, conducting thorough screening calls, guiding candidates through the recruitment process, and collaborating with hiring managers to align on requirements. Moreover, you will manage the end-to-end recruitment process and implement effective strategies for attracting high-quality talent.

To apply for the Senior Talent Acquisition Partner role at DEPT®, candidates should have significant experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, preferably in the tech or digital industry. A strong understanding of technical roles and proficiency in using applicant tracking systems are essential, alongside excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Additionally, full professional proficiency in the German language is required.

At DEPT®, creating a positive candidate experience is paramount. As a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, you will guide candidates throughout the recruitment journey, providing regular updates and feedback. You will also leverage market insights to ensure that candidates feel valued and informed about their progress, enhancing their overall experience during the hiring process.

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at DEPT®, you will enjoy a flexible hybrid working environment, allowing you to work both remotely and in the office. The company values collaboration and offers a culture that is both big enough to provide global opportunities while still being small enough to care. You'll be part of a supportive and dynamic team where your contributions directly impact our success.

DEPT® offers a comprehensive benefits package for its Senior Talent Acquisition Partners, including a flexible working policy, a company pension scheme, opportunities for professional development, and health contributions. Employees can also enjoy social events, wellness programs, and perks like bike leasing options and contributions towards transportation costs, creating an engaging and rewarding work environment.

In your response, highlight how you assess applications based on urgency and qualifications, ensuring you prioritize candidates who closely match the requirements. Discuss how you use a systematic approach to keep track of communications and follow-ups.

Explain the steps you take in candidate screening, such as reviewing resumes, conducting initial calls, and assessing their alignment with not just the job description but also the company culture. This shows your thoroughness and understanding of the whole recruitment process.

Discuss your strategies for managing a large applicant pool, including using technology to streamline processes and ensuring thorough evaluations while maintaining effective communication with candidates throughout.

Share your experience in using networking, social media, and industry connections to create talent pipelines. Discuss how market insights can guide your approach and show your proactive nature in recruitment.

Describe how you maintain regular communication with hiring managers, seek their input on candidate profiles, and adjust strategies based on their feedback. Highlight your ability to align recruitment efforts with team needs.

Mention specific applicant tracking systems and any data analytics tools you’re familiar with that help streamline the recruitment process, showcasing your technical proficiency and efficiency.

Talk about the strategies you implement to promote diverse candidate pools, such as outreach in different communities and ensuring that job descriptions are inclusive. Reflect on your commitment to fostering an equitable hiring process.

Share a specific example that details the recruitment process, the challenges faced, and how your efforts directly contributed to the success of the organization. This demonstrates your ability to persevere and achieve results.

Discuss the resources you use to stay informed, such as industry blogs, webinars, or professional networks. This shows that you're proactive about enhancing your knowledge and skills.

Explain how you believe feedback is essential for candidate experience. Describe your method for delivering constructive feedback to help candidates grow, regardless of the outcome of their application.