Regional Talent Acquisition Specialist

locationsHouston, TX, UStime typeFull timeposted onPosted 30+ Days Agojob requisition idR-11478Your RoleGensler's South Central Region is seeking a Regional Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage our strategic recruiting functions for our Austin, Dallas, Houston, Nashville, and San Antonio offices. What You Will DoRepresent Gensler as a Brand Ambassador, marketing our firm through best in class recruitment technology, and social media platforms.Manage a full life-cycle recruitment process while providing an “exceptional candidate experience”, from research and sourcing through the offer and acceptance, with both active and passive candidates from emerging talent through executive leadership.Source candidates through networking with employees, professional organizations, social media (for example LinkedIn), and other channels.Develop innovative and effective candidate engagement strategies to build networks of engaged candidates via active sourcing and employer branding activities externally and internally.Continuously build a pipeline of targeted prospects for Gensler by developing relationships with candidates as a trusted advisor.Provide regular reporting, metrics and analyses to articulate progress against demand and timelines for assigned recruitment drives.Provide insight and advice to business stakeholders on market trends, competitor information, market challenges and talent acquisition strategies.Understanding and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.Manage the design and implementation of new screening and assessment tools to effectively assess a diverse candidate pool against the firm's core values. Partner with Leaders to provide training on effective interview techniques.Act as “trusted advisor” to Senior leadership by providing strategic direction and consultation to acquire the necessary talent.Foster a culture and an environment that is consistent with the firm’s values and strategic goals. Act as an integrator across the region.Your QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Human Resources, or related field preferred.8+ years of experience in full cycle recruiting required.Experience in the architecture/design or professional services industries is highly preferred.Strategic advisor that leverages data management for information related to recruiting talent (candidates, competitors, projects, connections to the firm, etc.).Ability to organize and execute time management priorities while effectively communicating with key stake holders and team members.Experience using an Applicant Tracking System, Workday highly preferred.Demonstrated ability to work proactively and collaboratively within a team setting to accomplish business objectives.Ability to manage through ambiguity and multiple competing and evolving priorities in a fast paced environment.Must be proactive, with the ability to engage with leadership to create strategies and delivery methods for solutions to important business needs.Ability to build and maintain effective, positive working relationships across all levels.High initiative, responsiveness, and self-motivation with both internal and external clients. Able to handle sensitive information and ensure confidentiality.*This is not a remote position. The successful candidate is expected to be in the office.*Life at GenslerGensler is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Through our Five Strategies to Fight Racism, we continue to create a just and equitable future for our colleagues and our communities with our clients. We are a solid voice for social change as we impact people’s lives and fight racism. At Gensler, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace environment.As a people-first organization, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.#LI-AM1