VP of Talent Acquisition Job Description Template

Job Brief

We are looking for a VP of Talent Acquisition to design and apply strategies that will help us attract and hire qualified employees.

VP Talent Acquisition responsibilities include managing a team of recruiters and crafting sourcing strategies for various roles, from entry-level to executive-level positions. You should be able to ensure we provide an excellent candidate experience, while meeting our business goals and filling our vacancies.

Ultimately, you will build a strong employer brand for our company so that we can develop strong talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute recruiting strategies to attract, evaluate and hire qualified candidates
• Proactively identify and address hiring needs
• Evaluate and refine sourcing and selection procedures
• Manage a team of recruiters and provide assistance as needed
• Promote diversity in the workplace and ensure recruiting strategies attract diverse candidates
• Oversee and improve overall candidate experience
• Maintain talent pipelines with potential candidates and past applicants for future staffing needs
• Organize recruitment events to establish a strong employer brand
• Participate in our company’s strategic planning regarding employee development and engagement
• Research and recommend new sourcing tools and recruiting software (e.g. ATS)
• Ensure proper onboarding and training for new hires

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a VP of Talent Acquisition or similar senior-level HR position
• Hands-on experience with candidate sourcing, interviewing and evaluation
• Familiarity with Candidate Management Systems and Human Resources software
• Good knowledge of labor legislation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Team-management abilities
• BSc/MSc in Human resources or relevant field
• Additional certification (e.g. CIPD or SPHR) is a plus