Senior Talent Acquisition Associate

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Associate for a biopharmaceutical client located in Dun Laoghaire, Dublin. This is a 12-month contract position offering hybrid work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with Hiring Managers and business stakeholders to understand staffing needs and provide superior recruitment services within tight timelines aligned with recruitment campaigns.
• Develop and implement effective talent sourcing approaches and detailed hiring plans.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to managers by delivering market intelligence and insights on talent availability and trends.
• Manage job posting efforts and prepare employment offers consistent with hiring objectives.
• Maintain and organize candidate records, job listings, and role specifications.
• Build and sustain a local candidate database to enhance the talent pipeline for critical positions.
• Help coordinate talent attraction events and assist in candidate assessments under the guidance of the Talent Acquisition Manager.
• Contribute actively to various Talent Acquisition projects as required.
• Identify and communicate potential challenges or risks impacting recruitment activities promptly.
• Assist in analyzing HR data to extract insights that optimize recruitment processes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years recruiting experience, preferably within high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Prior experience in multinational pharmaceutical or biotechnology companies is highly desirable.
• Proven success in managing and delivering high-volume recruitment campaigns.
• Familiarity with recruitment branding strategies and marketing tools.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems, preferably Workday.
• Ability to work independently and manage tight deadlines.
• Strong personal credibility, adaptability, and commitment to service excellence.
• Exceptional attention to detail, multitasking skills, and ability to prioritize effectively.
• Proven problem-solving capabilities with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Information

Candidates must possess the legal right to live and work in Ireland as visa sponsorship is not available.