Talent Acquisition Advisor - Higher Education

Hours: Full time. Your required hours of work are 40 hours per week. The business operations are Mon-Thurs, 9am - 9pm and Fri - Sun, 9am - 6pm

Responsible to: CEO

Overall purpose

As a motivated and results-driven recruiter who is engaged in attracting talents focused on Higher Education, you will be instrumental in recruiting high quality academic teaching staff, and professionals dedicated to enhancing students learning experience at Regent. The recruiter will be collaborating closely with the academic management teams, contribute to the recruitment efforts to attract diverse talent and contribute to Regent's ongoing growth. 

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of recruitment best practices within the higher education sector, excellent communication skills, and a passion for finding the right fit for both the candidate and the organisation. 

Specific duties and responsibilities 

RESOURCE PLANNING 

• Collaborate with academic departments and senior leadership to understand staffing needs and develop tailored recruitment plans.
• Create and own a social media plans using tool such as LinkedIn.
• Explore new opportunities and be engaged on various social media platforms to recruit potential academics from Higher Education sector.
• Source and attract candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, networking events, and employee referrals.
• Manage all advertising and agency relationships, negotiating favorable rates.
• Work with the Marketing team and ensure the Regent brand supports recruiting high-caliber candidates from the higher education sector.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

• Screen resumes and conduct initial phone interviews when required to assess candidate qualifications and fit for the role.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers and candidates.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from job posting and candidate sourcing to interview coordination and offer negotiation.
• Facilitate the interview process, including providing guidance to hiring managers on best practices for interviewing and evaluation.
• Take lead and full responsibility for on campus recruitment day interviews.
• Ensure that candidates receive a high-quality experience throughout the recruitment process.

RECRUITMENT COMPLIANCE

• Coordinate with hiring stakeholders including HR team members to implement best practices, ensure compliance with employment regulations, and enhance the candidate experience. Conduct comprehensive interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate qualifications, teaching/research potential, and alignment with Regent’s values and culture.
• Leverage technology, including applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HR software and maintain accurate candidate records.
• Represent Regent at recruitment events, conferences, and networking opportunities to promote Regent brand and engage with potential candidates.
• Stay informed about trends and developments in higher education recruitment, including diversity initiatives, emerging job roles, and evolving candidate preference 

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:

• Proven experience in recruitment, with a focus on staff positions within the higher education sector.
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field. HR certification preferred.
• Proven track record of sourcing and hiring academic talent in a competitive market.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices, including sourcing techniques, interview skills, and employment law.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with candidates and hiring managers.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple vacancies in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems and other recruitment tools.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and business needs.
• Enhanced DBS check is mandatory for this role.

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