Talent Acquisition Specialist driving talent acquisition strategies at QS, a leader in higher education services. Creating inclusive workplace initiatives while engaging with diverse talent pools across regions.
Responsibilities
Partner with hiring managers and senior stakeholders to understand workforce needs and design targeted, effective hiring strategies.
Source, engage, and assess candidates across a variety of functions, ensuring a strong pipeline of high-quality talent for current and future needs.
Use creative and proactive sourcing techniques to reach both active and passive candidates, maintaining a high direct hire ratio.
Champion our employer brand and EVP by promoting QS across LinkedIn and other social platforms, and contribute to localized employer branding initiatives.
Collaborate with the People team to support and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives throughout the hiring process.
Drive internal mobility and employee referral programmes to elevate engagement and expand talent reach.
Stay informed of labour market trends and talent insights, using this expertise to influence and guide hiring managers.
Screen and evaluate candidate suitability, ensuring alignment to both role requirements and organisational values.
Coach hiring managers on best practice, assessment methods, and interview excellence.
Build and nurture talent pools for critical and future hiring needs.
Manage candidates throughout the process, ensuring a seamless and outstanding candidate experience from first contact through to onboarding.
Maintain accurate data and share insights to support informed decisions.
Lead and continuously enhance our global internship programme - ensuring strong partnerships with managers, an excellent intern experience, and a robust pipeline of early-career talent.
Any other duties that fall within the purpose and scope of the role.
Requirements
Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, ideally within a fast-paced, multinational environment.
Ability to build rapport quickly, keep candidates engaged, and maintain a positive employer reputation.
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
Ability to build trust, manage expectations, and influence senior leaders across different regions and business units.
Ability to operate independently while collaborating closely with cross-functional stakeholders.
Understanding of cultural differences, regional hiring practices, and global compliance considerations.
Skilled in designing and delivering structured interviews, competency frameworks, work samples, and other assessment tools.
Ability to interpret talent metrics, pipeline data, and market insights to inform strategy and optimize hiring outcomes.
Able to juggle multiple vacancies, competing priorities, and stakeholders across time zones.
Experience contributing to content, campaigns, or storytelling that elevates EVP and external visibility.
Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and talent technologies.
A genuine passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring.
Benefits
Competitive base salary
Access to an annual bonus scheme (for qualifying roles only)
21 days annual leave – increasing to 23 days after 5 years’ service + 8 days casual leave
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Access to Provident Fund and Pension Fund Scheme
Group Medical Insurance
A vibrant social environment and multicultural and multinational culture
Free subscription to the Calm App – the #1 app for sleep, meditation, and relaxation
A focus on welfare which is led by our global wellness team
EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Service - dedicated services for enhanced EAP and comprehensive wellness
Access to a variety of diversity and inclusion initiatives and groups
Strong recognition and reward programs – including a peer-to-peer recognition platform
Support for volunteering and study leave
Free subscription to LinkedIn learning – with over 5000 courses and programmes at your fingertips
Options to join our outstanding global Mentorship programme
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