Talent Acquisition Specialist - Commercial & IT Sector

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead recruitment efforts for a 3-month hybrid assignment in Newark, DE. This role will focus on developing and executing a strategic hiring plan to attract top-tier talent, with an emphasis on commercial and IT sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a proactive recruitment strategy to source and hire high-quality candidates.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
• Partner with hiring managers to assess talent needs and develop tailored hiring strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with external agencies, job boards, and talent pipelines.
• Utilize social media and digital platforms to enhance employer branding and engage passive candidates.
• Advise hiring managers on candidate selection, compensation discussions, and employment terms.
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics to optimize hiring efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stay updated on industry trends, recruitment tools, and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition or full-cycle recruiting.
• Strong expertise in sourcing, interviewing, and closing candidates (commercial/IT experience preferred).
• Proven ability to collaborate with hiring managers and external recruitment partners.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Data-driven mindset with experience using recruitment analytics to guide decisions.
• Proficiency in Workday and other recruitment technologies.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.