Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist

Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist - Grand Rapids, MI [Remote-based] Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialistto join our US HR & Recruiting teams, based in the Grand Rapids, MI market. This position will be remotely based but will be on-site at our Kentwood office 1-2 days per week. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. What are we looking for? The Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist is a key role within the HR & Recruiting team, responsible for developing hiring strategies, sourcing and qualifying top talent for open positions in our professional services organization, including Finance, HR, IT and Leadership roles along with other confidential and strategic roles as assigned. The ideal candidate will be experienced in senior-level recruitment methods, goal oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities. This position is expected to be regularly 1-2 days per week on-site at our Kentwood office Salary & Benefits Information In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more: A team that values diversity and inclusion to drive corporate culture Opportunity to grow your recruitment skills in various business industries Work professionally in an environment interacting with all levels of leadership Be a part of a talented HR & Recruiting team that is key to Intertek's success What you’ll do Partner with hiring managers to get a clear view of the business need, role objectives, and the culture Create the job profile, and the ideal candidate profile; Determine and define the interview process, which may vary for different roles Develop a recruitment strategy for the role, research the market, write job advertisements, etc. Employ diverse and varying sourcing and networking strategies to attract both active and passive talent Screen and connect with potential candidates, support the application process, and conduct interviews; Prepare a summary of the short-listed candidates, and present to hiring manager and any key stakeholders Identify and recommend areas of focus for subsequent/final interviews Manage expectations between the candidates and the hiring managers, including compensation discussions Advise candidates regarding new employee onboarding, benefits and compensation Offer a high-touch and differentiated candidate experience Extend employment offers in accordance with the process Skillfully manage highly sensitive and confidential candidate searches Research and analyze recruiting market trends to improve sourcing and employer brand strategies Promote Intertek on a variety of platforms including social media, and demonstrate/articulate the specific reasons to join the Company Conduct outreach to females, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities to continue our commitment to diversity and inclusion within our workplace Special projects, as needed This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties. Minimum Requirements & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or another related field (required) 7+ years of experience recruiting in a diverse and fast-paced environment (required) 5+ years of experience recruiting, and hiring, professional and highly technical roles such as Finance, HR, IT, Senior Operations Leadership, and Executive-Level positions (required) Experience in all aspects of talent search including internet search optimization, innovative candidate sourcing programs, passive candidate mining and networking, pre-screening, interviewing, presenting and negotiating professional-level compensation package (required) Experience supporting EEO requirements, coaching hiring teams on processes, and documentation of fair hiring practices (required) Demonstrated technical skills/abilities related to the job such as using social media for recruiting, job boards, Microsoft suite, and presentation software (required) Judgment: Demonstrated ability to act independently upon information and make decisions that achieve optimal results (required) Writing/Marketing: Experience writing job ads; able to succinctly articulate the manager’s explanation of their job needs to create an appropriate job posting (required) Customer Service: Demonstrated appropriate customer service in a variety of work settings, including with hiring managers and other Recruiting team members (required) Flexibility: Demonstrated ability to adapt to a variety of recruiting issues with successful outcomes and an openness to new ideas and approaches (required) This is a remote position; however, applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States. This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship now or in the future. Preferred Requirements & Qualifications Advanced recruiter or sourcing designation and/or HR Certification (Preferred) Experience with an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) such as Oracle Recruiting Cloud (ORC) is (Preferred) Business acumen/competence: Sufficient understanding of engineering and/or relevant field (Preferred) Teamwork/Collaboration: Demonstrated skills in collaborative efforts including team/project-oriented activities (Preferred) Intertek: Total Quality. Assured. Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth. Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed. We Value Diversity Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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#LI-Hybrid Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the‑art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. #J-18808-Ljbffr Intertek Group