Early Career University Engagement Mgr

The Early Career TA Manager at LyondellBasell is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive campus recruitment strategies to attract top-tier, diverse talent from leading universities. This role involves managing campus recruitment teams, planning and executing events, building strong relationships with university stakeholders, and continuously refining strategies based on data-driven insights.

About the Role

• Develop and drive effective campus recruitment strategic framework aligned with the company's talent acquisition goals.
• Continuously evaluate and improve recruitment strategies based on market trends and feedback.
• Manage overall campus recruiting strategy and budget – partnering with key stakeholders across the organization to align on strategic investments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key universities, including career services, faculty, and student organizations.
• Represent the company at career fairs, networking events, and other campus recruitment activities.
• Develop and implement strategies to ensure diversity and equity in the recruitment process.
• Track and report on diversity metrics and initiatives.
• Build partnerships with internal diversity and inclusion teams to align recruitment efforts with company goals.
• Lead team in identification of campus recruitment events, including career fairs, information sessions, and on-campus interviews.
• Ensure and maintain brand presence on relevant early career platforms that reach the target audience.
• Ensure events and materials are engaging, well-organized, and aligned with the company's employer brand.
• Lead a team of Early Career Specialists, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Manage performance and track performance metrics of campus teams.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Ensure recruitment team members are well-trained and equipped to represent the company effectively at all types of events.
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics, including application rates, interview-to-offer ratios, and acceptance rates.
• Prepare and present reports to senior management on recruitment progress, outcomes, and areas for improvement.
• Use data-driven insights to continuously refine recruitment processes and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Strategy Development and Execution
• Campus Engagement
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Build Brand
• Team Management
• Data Analysis and Reporting

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in university recruitment, talent acquisition, or a related field.
• Proven ability to lead teams and develop successful recruitment strategies.
• Strong understanding of diversity and inclusion best practices in recruitment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate with business leaders.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Willing to travel up to 25%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting for specific disciplines such as engineering, business, or technology.
• Knowledge of industry-specific talent needs and university recruitment best practices.
• Familiarity with analytics tools.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, merit increases + STI %
• Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match of 6%
• Retailer Pension Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, AD&D and LTD Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Vacation and Holidays
• Educational Assistance

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $111,360.00 - $167,040.00.

Benefits

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We are LyondellBasell – a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to champion our employees, and unlock value for customers, investors and society. LyondellBasell places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is strongly committed to our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce.

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