Sr Talent Acquisition Specialist

Overview

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

Grace is seeking an enthusiastic, results-driven Sr Talent Acquisition Specialist to help drive growth and be a part of a dynamic recruiting team. Our Talent Acquisition team builds strategies to source, attract, select, and secure industry-leading talent. This position is primarily responsible for the recruitment efforts to support our expanding Global Business Services operations in Manila, Philippines, and offer similar services to other parts of Grace based on demand.

The specialist will require knowledge of interviewing techniques, company functions and organizational structure, recruiting policies and procedures, and laws applicable to local employment practices. In this role, you will ensure hiring manager and candidate satisfaction throughout the recruitment process.

This position will be Manila-based, and the selected candidate will be expected to work the 3 pm to midnight shift (local time). The successful candidate should be amenable to working a schedule aligned with EMEA business hours and reporting onsite 3–4 times per week, as required.

• Create and drive talent strategies that enhance Grace’s ability to attract and retain a diverse and engaged workforce to meet current and future business needs.
• Identify, attract, and recruit experienced professionals for roles in chemical manufacturing, varied business lines and all corporate functions.
• Manage sourcing strategy, candidate development and execution of full life cycle recruitment.
• Lead offer preparation and negotiations with candidates.
• Identify opportunities and work to improve the quality and efficiency of the recruitment process and practices.
• Ensure all requisition/candidate activity data is captured in the applicant tracking system.
• Stakeholder Management
  • Partner with human resources business partners and corporate functions along with managers across the organization leading recruitment strategy meetings to uncover business needs and discuss both near-term and long-term recruiting plans.
  • Recommend recruitment strategies and best practices based on knowledge and/or experience.
  • Actively manage candidate development and experience, as well as actively participate in the sourcing, interview and selection process.
  • Partner and play lead role with external search firms for various roles.
• Research and Projects
  • Stay informed of industry trends, market intelligence, and innovative recruiting techniques to attract and compete in a competitive market for talent.
  • Participate in recruiting and talent management related and additional HR projects/initiatives.
  • Research, identify and assist the business with selecting appropriate search firm and then manage ongoing relationships and results.

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 7+ years of talent acquisition and recruiting experience
• Demonstrated experience in recruiting across levels in the shared services industry or multinational environments.
• Proficiency with an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) such as SuccessFactors or similar.
• Experience utilizing multiple candidate development tools, including; social media, networking, referrals, as well as managing external vendors.
• Strong consultative relationship building skills and ability to effectively interact and influence at all levels within the organization.
• Strong drive for results and independent initiative must be highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• HMO coverage for employees on day 1
• Free HMO coverage for up to 3 qualified dependents
• Educational Assistance

Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.