Senior Recruit & Process Specialist

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​

Hybrid: Onsite in North Andover, MA
The Watts Water Technologies family of companies designs and manufactures products and solutions that promote the comfort and safety of people, and the quality, conservation and control of water used in commercial, residential, industrial, and municipal applications. Everything we design is made to keep the Earth’s most precious resource safer, cleaner, and more useful for our customers. 

The Senior Recruiter is responsible for delivering all facets of the recruiting process throughout the organization, with an emphasis on process excellence. This will be achieved through the development of local and national recruiting plans, employing traditional sourcing strategies and resources as well as developing new, creative recruiting ideas. The Senior Recruiter will play a critical role in ensuring we are hiring the best talent for Watts.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Recruitment:
• Champion full cycle recruitment process while understanding the needs of the various platforms within the Watts Water family of companies.
• Partner with the talent team, HR and compensation on processes within the corporate recruiting arena.
• Lead the creation of a recruitment and interviewing plan for each open position.
• Efficiently and effectively fill open positions.
• Conduct regular follow-up with managers to determine the effectiveness of recruiting plans and implementation.
• Develop a pool of qualified candidates in advance of need.
• Build networks to find qualified passive candidates.
• Utilize social media platforms for efficient recruiting.
• Communicate with managers and employees regularly to establish rapport and source new candidates.
• Conduct prescreens and post screen meetings.
• Maintain all pertinent applicants and interview data in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
• Assist in performing reference and background checks for potential employees.
• Assist with campus recruitment activities within the United States.
Process Excellence:
• Partner with Sr. Manager of TA to execute on strategic process initiatives.
• Lead projects and build roadmap plans.
• Ensure clear connection between strategic and functional operations.
• Leverage quantitative and qualitative methodologies to make decisions and recommendations on critical issues.
• Anticipate and report organizational risks and issues as appropriate.
• Lead by example through following, setting or sharing program management best practices. 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related experience
• 3+ years of recruitment leadership experience required.
• 3+ years process improvement experience. 
• Work onsite in North Andover, MA 3-4 days/week.
• Experience in Workday a plus; other/similar ATS required.
• Proven candidate sourcing and relationship building skills.
• Excellent MS Office skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• General knowledge of various employment laws and practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.
• Ability to work with various departments and foster teamwork.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to travel for recruitment meetings/campus recruitment as needed.
• Excellent time management, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to gather and analyze information skillfully.
• Ability to be flexible and resourceful.
*PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. 

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.