TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST

Job summary Talent acquisition specialist The recruiter is responsible for the sourcing end to end process of the high complexity positions within the team Responsibilities Business Partnering Under guidance of Sr Recruiter/Lead regularly communicates with Hiring Managers on status updates challenges & market trends Serves the current open requirements and provides regular updates to the BU on the progress.
Manages difficult situations with Hiring Managers with assistance from Sr Recruiters/Leads.
Provide support as appropriate related to recruiting content for RFPs.
Partner with Sourcing Team Work closely with Sourcing Partner to ensure he/she understands the role has a proper reach out strategy for candidates and knows how to manage candidates effectively throughout process Continuously develop and maintain a fit for purpose talent pool.
Develop a network through industry contacts association memberships trade groups and hiring team to help identify and source qualified candidates.
Leverage the internet including social and professional networking sites to identify and source candidates.
Candidate Experience Understands candidate drivers & respond/resolve queries through the entire recruiting cycle Keeps the candidate engaged through constant communication.
Works with other internal stakeholders (sourcing onboarding BU teams) to improve candidate experience.
Brings in innovative approaches to enhance candidate experience.
Employer Branding.
Provides a positive candidate experience.
effectively represents and markets the Cognizant employment brand the organizations business objectives and career options to potential candidates.
Planning/Organizing Breaks hiring plan to milestones/events to achieve the targets Plans weekend events effectively & ensures success around candidate & panel participation.
Judiciously uses channels / techniques to optimize cost.
Escalates issues timely.
Quality of Hiring Follows a consistent process and best practices for selecting highest quality candidates Administering appropriate company assessments.
Following up on the interview process status.
Effectively represents and markets the Cognizant employment brand the organizations business objectives and career options to potential candidates.
Constantly ensuring the very best candidate experience.
Offer & Onboard Provides appropriate support sets right expectations with the candidate (like total rewards internal growth development salary reviews travel etc) & is professional throughout the offer process Demonstrates in depth knowledge of employment regulations and articulates/extends offers accordingly.
Articulates offers to selected candidates under the guidance of Leads and within the Cognizant Offer guidelines and appropriate approvals.
Addresses candidates queries and concerns related to the offer.
Candidate follow up for the onboarding process & interact with POFU team.
Generate and Maintain reports on No of Offers & Prospective Joiners Month on Month.
Works closely with the Onboarding Team to ensure smooth onboarding experience.
Compliance & Process Adherence Adhere to organization & recruiting policies & processes Five or more years of experience in recruitment or human resources Exceptional communication interpersonal and decision-making skills Advanced knowledge of productivity software database management and internet search methods Familiarity with job boards and computer systems designed specifically for HR and ATS Proven success in conducting interviews using various methods (phone video email in-person) Experience in developing recruitment strategy Desire to grow professionally with networking and ongoing training opportunities The Cognizant community.
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another.
Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Cognizant is a global community with more than associates around the world.
We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us.
Cognizant (Nasdaq-100.
CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, helping organizations modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they stay ahead in a fast-changing world.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion.
We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome.
Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
Disclaimer:  Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting.
Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference.
In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.