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Recruitment Consultant

The recruiter is an expert in finding, screening, and attracting qualified applicants that meet the demands of both the organization and the employees throughout the hiring process. They own the end-to-end process of talent acquisition.
HR Role family: Solution architect
Salary range: $47,000 - 57,000Gross salary range estimation based on US salary benchmark data collected in 2022
Work experience: 1-3 yearsAverage minimum year of (relevant) work experience required for this role.

Key Responsibilities

Obtains a strong understanding of the talent requirements to align their organizational culture with the professional ambitions of the candidates
Helps an organization thrive by attracting the right candidates per the need of the client
Advises the business on the most appropriate solution for acquiring candidates and maintaining a candidate database
Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including creating job postings, managing candidate data, and ensuring compliance with legal and company policies

Skills & Competencies

Benefits and Rewards
Compensation
Data-Driven
DEIB, Employee Experience and Culture
Delivers through technology
Driven Results
Engages People
Navigates Change
Talent Acquisition
Talent and Performance Management

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Recruitment Consultant
HR Consultant
HR Operations Manager
Head of Talent Acquisition
Head of HR
Recruitment Consultant
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Talent Researcher
Talent Manager
Head of Talent Acquisition
Recruitment Consultant
HR Consultant
HR Operations Manager
Recruitment Consultant
Headhunter
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Talent Manager
Head of Talent Acquisition
Recruitment Consultant
Talent Researcher
HR Business Partner
Talent Manager
Head of HR

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Job Description Template: Recruitment Consultant

The Recruitment Consultant is responsible for attracting, sourcing, and recruiting top talent for our company. You will work closely with hiring managers and HR teams to identify and fulfill their recruitment needs while ensuring an exceptional candidate experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers and HR teams to understand their recruitment needs and build effective recruitment strategies.
  • Attract and source candidates through various channels such as job boards, social media, referrals, and networking events.
  • Screen resumes, conduct phone and in-person interviews, and assess candidates' qualifications and fit for the job and the organization.
  • Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
  • Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including creating job postings, managing candidate data, and ensuring compliance with legal and company policies.
  • Negotiate job offers with successful candidates and provide support during the onboarding process.
  • Keep up-to-date with the latest recruitment trends and techniques and incorporate them into the recruitment strategy to improve the quality of hires.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
  • Proven experience as a recruitment consultant or recruiter, preferably in a large organization.
  • Strong knowledge of recruitment processes, sourcing techniques, and recruitment tools.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and meet tight deadlines.
  • Knowledge of employment laws and regulations and their implications for recruitment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and recruitment software

Detailed Responsibilities & Tasks

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers and HR teams to understand their recruitment needs and build effective recruitment strategies.
  • Attract and source candidates through various channels such as job boards, social media, referrals, and networking events.
  • Screen resumes, conduct phone and in-person interviews, and assess candidates' qualifications and fit for the job and the organization.
  • Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
  • Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including creating job postings, managing candidate data, and ensuring compliance with legal and company policies.
  • Negotiate job offers with successful candidates and provide support during the onboarding process.
  • Keep up-to-date with the latest recruitment trends and techniques and incorporate them into the recruitment strategy to improve the quality of hires.

Detailed Skills Description

  • Communication skills: Recruiters need to be able to communicate effectively with candidates, clients, and colleagues. They should be able to clearly explain job requirements and company culture to candidates and answer any questions they may have.
  • Sales skills: Recruiting is essentially a sales job. Recruiters need to be able to sell candidates on job opportunities and sell clients on their ability to find the right candidate.
  • Time management skills: Recruiters often have to manage multiple job openings and candidates at the same time. They need to be able to prioritize their workload and manage their time effectively.
  • Relationship-building skills: Recruiters need to be able to build relationships with candidates and clients. This involves listening to their needs and concerns, and finding ways to meet their expectations.
  • Analytical skills: Recruiters need to be able to analyze job requirements and candidate profiles to find the best match. They should be able to assess candidates' skills, experience, and potential fit with the company culture.
  • Adaptability: The recruiting landscape is constantly changing, and recruiters need to be able to adapt to new technologies and trends. They should be open to learning new skills and approaches to recruiting.
  • Attention to detail: Recruiters need to be detail-oriented to ensure that job descriptions and candidate profiles are accurate and complete. They should be able to spot errors and inconsistencies and correct them before they become a problem.
  • Teamwork: Recruiting is often a team effort. Recruiters should be able to work effectively with colleagues to share information, coordinate efforts, and achieve shared goals

KPIs for this role

  • Time to fill: This measures the number of days it takes to fill a position from the time the job requisition is approved to the time an offer is accepted.
  • Quality of hire: This measures the effectiveness of the recruiter's selection process by tracking the performance of new hires.
  • Candidate satisfaction: This measures how satisfied candidates are with the recruitment process and their overall experience with the organization.
  • Hiring manager satisfaction: This measures how satisfied hiring managers are with the quality and fit of the candidates presented by the recruiter.
  • Diversity hiring: This measures the success of the recruiter's efforts to source and hire candidates from diverse backgrounds.
  • Cost per hire: This measures the total cost of the recruitment process per new hire.
  • Time to productivity: This measures the time it takes for new hires to reach full productivity and contribute to the organization's goals.
  • Recruitment metrics: These can include metrics such as number of applications received, number of candidates interviewed, and number of offers extended.
  • Compliance: This measures the recruiter's adherence to legal and regulatory requirements related to recruitment and hiring.
  • Referral hires: This measures the success of the recruiter's efforts to source and hire candidates through employee referrals