SENIOR RECRUITMENT SPECIALIST, Human Resources, Talent Recruitment Services

Boston University - Boston, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Boston, MA

Educational Services

About the position

The Senior Recruiter at Boston University plays a crucial role in managing the recruitment process and talent projects that align with the university's strategy to attract and hire top talent. This position focuses on driving initiatives to attract diverse candidates, ensuring a seamless recruitment process, and enhancing the overall candidate experience. The Senior Recruiter collaborates closely with HR liaisons and hiring managers to support key recruitment and talent acquisition projects across the university.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Full Recruitment Lifecycle: Oversee the entire recruitment process, from job posting to offer negotiation to hire.
• Partner with Hiring Managers: Collaborate with hiring managers to identify, engage, and hire talent that aligns with the University's business goals.
• Act as a Talent Advisor: Provide market intelligence, industry trends, and insights into talent pipelines, acting as a strategic adviser to the business.
• Ensure Best-in-Class Candidate Experience: Deliver a positive candidate experience, maintaining clear communication throughout the hiring process.
• Track Requisition and Candidate Activity: Update and track requisition and candidate progress in the ATS to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Develop Sourcing Strategies: Implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract a diverse mix of candidates from multiple channels.
• Project Leadership: Lead recruitment-related projects and workgroups, ensuring timely delivery of key milestones and successful execution of initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent experience accepted.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition.
• Proven ability to develop and implement advanced sourcing techniques and strategies.
• Strong knowledge of workforce trends, allowing alignment of recruitment strategies with Boston University's needs.
• Demonstrated success in building and advancing recruitment strategies that result in optimal hiring outcomes and an improved candidate experience.
• Strong ability to build relationships with senior management and stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead workgroups, advise stakeholders, and ensure timely delivery of recruitment-related projects.