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Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

CitySwift

CitySwift

People & HR
Galway, Ireland
Posted on Nov 19, 2024

CitySwift is looking for a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team on a hybrid basis in Ireland.

As the world's leading data platform for public transport, CitySwift powers data-driven decision making for some of the largest transport networks across the globe. Backed by over €15 million in venture capital funding and a partner list that includes the world's largest public transportation operators and government authorities, such as National Express, Go-Ahead Group, Transport for London and many more, CitySwift is in accelerated growth mode with 100% YOY revenue growth and 150% growth in new customers in 2023.

CitySwift’s mission is to increase the adoption of sustainable public transportation usage around the world - our platform currently optimises over 1 billion passenger journeys annually, and our target is to reach over 10 billion by 2026.

At CitySwift, you’ll get the opportunity to take ownership, deliver measurable impact and develop professionally - reshape the future of public transport by accelerating CitySwift’s growth!

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our HR team in a dynamic and collaborative setting. You'll have the chance to make an impact on our organisation by fostering employee growth and retention in the commercial sector, while also supporting the achievement of our strategic goals.

  • Sourcing: Expertly identify and engage top talent through innovative sourcing strategies and a robust network.
  • Interviewing: Conduct thorough and engaging interviews that assess both skills and cultural fit, ensuring a seamless candidate experience.
  • Market Intelligence: Leverage market intelligence to inform recruitment strategies and stay ahead of industry trends.
  • Reporting: Deliver insightful recruitment reports that track progress, metrics, and trends to enhance decision-making.
  • Pipelining: Build and maintain a pipeline for critical and hard-to-fill roles.
  • Negotiating: Negotiate competitive offers and agreements that attract high-calibre candidates while meeting organisational goals.
  • Stakeholder Management: Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders to align recruitment efforts with business objectives.
  • Brand Ambassador: Act as a brand ambassador, showcasing CitySwift's company culture and values to attract top talent and enhance employer branding.

Key Skills/Experience:

  • At least 6 years of experience in Talent Acquisition within a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
  • Experience in internal and external talent acquisition.
  • Proficient in sourcing and headhunting, particularly using LinkedIn Recruiter.
  • Strong interviewing skills.
  • Ability to manage a diverse range of tasks and prioritise effectively.
  • Proactive mindset with a strong initiative.
  • Fluency in English.

We value, recognise and reward our people

  • 25 days annual leave (with additional company days off throughout the year!)
  • Flexible working hours and hybrid/remote working opportunities (including our Work Abroad program)
  • Health and life insurance
  • Matched pension schemes
  • Annual Service recognition benefits (additional annual leave and pension contributions)
  • Paid sick, maternity and paternity benefits
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), mental health and wellbeing supports
  • Competitive market salary