Talent Acquisition Specialist

Posted 12 Days Ago
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Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England, GBR
In-Office
Mid level
Information Technology • Software
The Role
Identify and source candidates through networking, job boards, and ATS; screen and schedule interviews; collaborate with hiring managers; support recruiting events and administrative HR tasks while handling confidential information.
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About Us

Since 1989, SHI International Corp. has helped organizations change the world through technology. We’ve grown every year since, and today we’re proud to be a $16 billion global provider of IT solutions and services.

 

Over 17,000 organizations worldwide rely on SHI’s concierge approach to help them solve what’s next. But the heartbeat of SHI is our employees – all 7,000 of them. If you join our team, you’ll enjoy:

  • Our commitment to diversity, as the largest minority- and woman-owned enterprise in the U.S.

  • Continuous professional growth and leadership opportunities.

  • Health, wellness, and financial benefits to offer peace of mind to you and your family.

  • World-class facilities and the technology you need to thrive – in our offices or yours. 

Job Summary

The Talent Acquisition Specialist actively networks to identify candidates, conducts resume searches, and maintains a network of active and passive candidates using various sourcing practices. This role involves collaborating with hiring managers to understand needs, contributing to recruiting strategies, screening candidates, and participating in recruitment events. The ideal candidate will support recruitment-related administrative tasks, handle confidential information with discretion, and utilize digital platforms to streamline HR processes and enhance recruitment efficiency.

Role Description

  • Engage in active networking to identify and approach candidates.

  • Conduct resume searches and initial contact with potential candidates.

  • Maintain a network of active and passive candidates.

  • Utilize sourcing practices including job boards and social media.

  • Collaborate with hiring managers to understand hiring needs.

  • Contribute to the development of recruiting strategies.

  • Screen candidates and assist with interview scheduling.

  • Participate in local career fairs and recruitment events.

  • Support recruitment-related administrative tasks.

  • Handle confidential information with discretion.

Behaviors and Competencies

  • Adaptability: Can adjust to changes in the work environment, manage multiple tasks, and effectively handle uncertainty.

  • Communication: Can effectively communicate complex ideas and information, and can adapt communication style to the audience.

  • Detail-Oriented: Can identify errors or inconsistencies in work and make necessary corrections.

  • Judgment: Can evaluate situations, identify patterns or implications, and decide on an appropriate course of action based on analysis and experience.

  • Flexibility: Can adapt to new methods and procedures, and can propose alternative solutions when faced with obstacles.

  • Follow-Through: Can manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines without needing explicit reminders.

  • Initiative: Can identify opportunities for improvement, propose solutions, and take action without explicit instructions.

  • Interpersonal Skills: Can communicate effectively, build relationships, and resolve conflicts with others in moderate situations.

  • Prioritization: Can identify critical tasks, arrange them based on importance, and execute without explicit instructions.

  • Productivity: Can identify opportunities for process improvement, propose solutions, and take action to increase productivity without explicit instructions.

Skill Level Requirements

  • Expertise in identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent through strategic sourcing methods, effective recruitment marketing, and a deep understanding of the competitive job market - Intermediate

  • The ability to adeptly use various digital platforms and applications designed for human resources management, including payroll systems, applicant tracking systems, and employee performance evaluation software, to streamline HR processes and enhance organizational efficiency - Intermediate

  • Experienced in navigating ATS platforms like iCIMS, with proficiency in tracking applicant progress, managing recruitment workflows, and ensuring seamless integration with HR systems - Intermediate

  • Experience in utilizing Microsoft Excel for data analysis, including the use of formulas, functions, pivot tables, and data visualization tools - Intermediate

  • Experience in utilizing video conferencing platforms, hosting virtual meetings, managing participant interactions, and troubleshooting common technical issues - Intermediate

Other Requirements

  • Completed Bachelor’s Degree or relevant work experience required

  • 2-4 years of experience in a similar role

  • Ability to travel to SHI, Partner, and Customer Events

  • Ability to travel 10%

SHI UK is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and we are dedicated to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process.

Equal Employment Opportunity – M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status 

Skills Required

  • Completed Bachelor's Degree or relevant work experience
  • 2-4 years of experience in a similar talent acquisition or recruiting role
  • Experience using applicant tracking systems, specifically iCIMS
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (formulas, functions, pivot tables, data visualization)
  • Experience using video conferencing platforms and hosting virtual meetings
  • Experience sourcing via job boards and social media, maintaining active and passive candidate networks
  • Ability to screen candidates, assist with interview scheduling, and manage recruitment workflows
  • Ability to travel to SHI, partner, and customer events (approximately 10%)
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Support recruitment-related administrative tasks and participate in career fairs/recruitment events

SHI International Corp. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SHI International Corp. and has not been reviewed or approved by SHI International Corp..

  • Healthcare Strength Feedback suggests the medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy offerings are comprehensive, with multiple plan options, telemedicine access, and solid ancillary coverage.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Feedback suggests onsite fitness centers, wellness programs that can reduce premiums, and discounts/purchase programs provide meaningful lifestyle support.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Feedback suggests commission structures in sales and premium totals in certain technical presales roles create notable upside potential for strong performers.

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The Company
HQ: Somerset, NJ
7,309 Employees

What We Do

Think of SHI as your personal technology concierge. We connect your team with the IT solutions and services you need to support your organizational growth and employee experience. Whether you’re building a modern hybrid workplace, defending against an evolving threat landscape, making the cloud work harder for you, or searching for ways to optimize your software portfolio, our friendly 6,000-person team is ready to solve what’s next for your organization. Our in-house data center integration, device configuration, and deployment and license advisory services, plus our top-tier status with vendors and flexible financing make life simpler for IT decision makers. Execute your IT vision with stress-free, scalable solutions you – and your people – will love. SHI is proud to be the largest Minority/Woman Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) in the United States.

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