Lead Recruiter

Role & responsibilities

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Job Title: Lead Recruiter

Primary Role:

The Lead Recruiter oversees the end-to-end recruitment process, leading a team of recruiters to attract, assess, and hire top talent in alignment with the organizations goals and workforce planning strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Recruitment Strategy and Planning

• Develop and implement effective recruiting strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Partner with HR and leadership to forecast hiring needs and workforce planning.
• Analyze recruitment metrics to identify areas for improvement.

2. Team Leadership and Management

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of recruiters.
• Assign requisitions, monitor workloads, and ensure timely delivery.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations for team members.

3. End-to-End Talent Acquisition

• Oversee job postings, resume screening, interviews, and selection processes.
• Engage with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations.
• Ensure a seamless candidate experience from initial contact to onboarding.

4. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Build strong relationships with department heads and hiring managers.
• Advise stakeholders on market trends, talent availability, and best hiring practices.
• Act as a liaison between recruiters and leadership to ensure hiring alignment.

5. Technology and Process Optimization

• Utilize Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools effectively.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and quality of hire.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and legal requirements throughout hiring.

6. Employer Branding and Sourcing

• Promote the company’s brand through recruitment marketing, events, and social media.
• Develop and maintain a talent pipeline for key roles.
• Source candidates through multiple channels: LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, etc.

7. Reporting and Analytics

• Track and report recruitment KPIs (e.g., time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, offer acceptance rate).
• Provide regular hiring updates and insights to senior management.
• Use data to influence and improve hiring decisions.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in full-cycle recruiting, preferably in a lead or senior recruiter role.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in ATS systems and recruiting software.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, hiring best practices, and market trends.

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