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Talent Acquisition Specialist

Location

india, chennai

JobType

full-time

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About the role

We are currently seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our diverse and dynamic team. In this role, you will play a key part in developing and executing effective recruitment strategies to attract and secure top talent. Your efforts will be essential in delivering a seamless, engaging candidate experience across the entire hiring journey. What You Will Be Doing: Managing full-cycle recruitment for a variety of roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and extending offers. Partnering closely with hiring managers to understand role requirements and develop tailored recruitment plans. Leveraging creative sourcing techniques and networking strategies to build and maintain a diverse candidate pipeline. Maintaining accurate records using the applicant tracking system (Workday preferred) and providing regular updates on recruitment progress. Ensuring a positive candidate experience by maintaining timely and transparent communication throughout the hiring process. Your Profile: Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent relevant experience). Proven experience in talent acquisition, preferably within the healthcare, clinical research, or life sciences industry. Experience recruiting for roles across the EMEA or U.S. regions is highly preferred. Flexibility to support hiring across multiple time zones, including EMEA or U.S., as needed. Proficient in applicant tracking systems (Workday strongly preferred) and recruitment technologies. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to upholding compliance and best practices. Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and belonging in recruitment practices.

About the company

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

Skills

human resources
business administration
talent acquisition
healthcare
clinical research
life sciences
emea
u.s.
workday
recruitment technologies
interpersonal skills
communication skills
organization
attention to detail
compliance
inclusion
belonging