Talent Acquisition Consultant at Champion Technology Services

The Talent Acquisition Consultant is responsible for driving and managing the end-to-end recruitment process, including setting hiring strategies, identifying top talent, and ensuring a seamless candidate experience company wide. This role involves collaborating with hiring managers, designing recruitment strategies, and fostering a strong employer brand to attract top-tier candidates. Key responsibilities also include market research, competitor analysis, and contributing to workforce planning initiatives.  

• Collaborates with hiring managers to anticipate workforce needs, forecast future requirements, and design tailored recruitment strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Utilizes proactive sourcing techniques to identify and engage passive candidates through professional networks, social media platforms, and other channels.
• Leverages data analytics and recruitment platforms to identify market trends and optimize sourcing strategies.
• Develops and sustains talent pipelines for high-priority and hard-to-fill roles, using innovative sourcing strategies and robust relationship management practices.
• Evaluates candidate resumes, coordinates interviews, and ensures a seamless and positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Continuously evaluates and adopts emerging recruitment tools, technologies, and best practices to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the hiring process.
• Manages candidate sourcing strategies and job postings within established annual budget.
• Tracks recruitment spending and analyzes ROI to maximize budget efficiency.
• Builds and maintains strategic relationships with third-party recruiting partners to ensure alignment with organizational needs and values.
• Acts as a brand ambassador by cultivating and showcasing a compelling employer brand through social media, events, and content creation.
• Collaborates with marketing and HR teams to create engaging campaigns that highlight company culture and career opportunities.
• Participates in career fairs, industry trade shows and employee acquisition events.
• Leads the planning and execution of recruitment events to enhance visibility and attract top-tier talent.
• Ensures compliance with all legal and organizational recruitment policies and standards.

• Assists in developing employer brand initiatives such as internal communications, employee testimonials, and workplace culture content for marketing materials.
• Assists in marketing initiatives to support branding and lead generation efforts, including advertising campaigns, brochure development, website enhancements, presentations, and participation in trade shows. 

• Leadership

• Builds rapport, mentors and manages effective teams and work groups.
• Strong decision-making skills, situational awareness and ability to perform under pressure.
• Understands others and demonstrates cognitive and behavioral flexibility (Emotional Intelligence).
• Demonstrates and fosters maturity in judgment, ethics and integrity.

• Functional

• Business/Financial acumen.
• Demonstrates effective organizational, time management and planning skills.
• High level of conflict resolution skills and the willingness to make difficult decisions specific to technology or resource needs.
• Possesses an appreciation of business demands (schedule, scope, budget and customer requirements).
• Ability to analyze and evaluate work processes, workflow and budgets to maintain successful project delivery.

• Foundational

• Demonstrates flexibility/adaptability in changing and challenging situations.
• Demonstrates a passion for the business and its success.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrates a focus on client service and attention to detail.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous personal, peer and process improvement.
• Fosters positive energy, creativity and teamwork across all departments/locations with the goal of furthering the company values and mission. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field preferred (equivalent experience may be considered).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle in a corporate or agency setting.  Thorough understanding of talent acquisition processes, employment laws, and recruitment metrics to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
• Proficient in leveraging social media platforms and technologies (e.g., LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter) for candidate sourcing and employer branding.
• Proficient in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms to streamline recruitment processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and manage relationships across all organizational levels and external partners.
• Proven ability to foster collaborative and trusting relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and colleagues. Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience in sales or marketing, particularly in roles involving branding or lead generation, is preferred.
• Ability to travel when necessary.
• Reliable personal transportation with valid liability insurance.
• Fluent in verbal and written English.
• Available for after-hour, weekend, and holiday support.
• Available for overnight and extended travel.