Talent Acquisition Specialist - Human Resource Academic Partner

Job Description

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist - Human Resource Academic Partner Location: Parul University, Post Limda, Waghodia Eligibility: MBA / MHRM / MSW / PGDHR or equivalent Proven experience in recruitment and human resources with a strong focus on Employee Engagement, Rewards and Recognitions. Experience working in academic environments or Higher Education Institutions is highly preferred Proven ability to partner with academic leaders and faculty to understand specific human resource needs Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in recruitment process. Experience in Higher Educational Institutions will be preferred. Key Responsibilities: Talent Acquisition & Recruitment: Collaborate with academic departments to understand talent requirements for various roles and ensure recruitment aligns with organizational goals. Source, screen, and engage qualified candidates for teaching and non-teaching positions. Lead end-to-end recruitment processes, including advertising job openings, conducting interviews, and offering roles to selected candidates. Maintain and develop effective recruitment strategies for a diverse candidate pool. • Human Resource Academic Partnership: Act as the HR-Point-of-Contact for academic departments, advising and collaborating on faculty hiring, retention, and organizational culture strategies. Build strong relationships with academic leaders and faculty to align HR initiatives with the university educational goals. Assist in creating and implementing HR strategies that support the academic vision and mission of the University. Employee Engagement & Retention : Design and implement employee engagement strategies aimed at increasing faculty and staff satisfaction, motivation, and retention. Coordinate with senior HR leaders to develop feedback mechanisms, employee surveys, and action plans to improve engagement levels. Support the development of faculty recognition programs and awards to celebrate achievements and contributions. Rewards & Recognition: Design and manage rewards and recognition programs that foster a positive, performance-driven culture. Provide insights and recommendations on employee compensation, incentive structures, and recognition programs to improve overall employee satisfaction. Skills & Competencies: Strong Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clear, concise, and professional emails, reports, and job descriptions. Data Analytics : Proficient in Excel and data analytics to analyse trends, track recruitment metrics, evaluate HR strategies, and derive insights from complex data sets to improve recruitment outcomes and enhance employee engagement. Eye for Detail: A keen eye for detail in reviewing resumes, applications, and recruitment data to ensure accuracy and compliance, with the ability to spot discrepancies and inconsistencies. Problem-Solving Skills: Strong problem-solving skills to quickly address HR challenges and optimize processes, particularly in a dynamic academic environment.