Talent Acquisition Cluster Lead | Germany & Switzerland

The Talent Acquisition Cluster Lead for Germany & Switzerland is a tactical and operational recruitment business partner for the Cluster (HR and Business Leaders). Are you able to drive and coordinate the Talent Acquisition hiring needs and selection process to support and enable the business to recruit the right people in order to achieve current and future business plans? Do you have experience in managing the full cycle recruitment process? Then you are the person we're looking for. 

You will lead the operational Talent Acquisition (TA) activities and coordination of hiring needs for the Cluster Germany and Switzerland. You are able to build strong, credible relationships with senior leaders, hiring managers, critical stakeholders and partners, while operating as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert. You will report directly into the Head of the Talent Acquisition Center of Excellence (CoE). 

Your tasks & responsibilities are: 

• Provide recruitment advice from the initial requisition through the entire recruiting & hiring process. This includes active recruiting, sourcing, screening, skills and abilities testing, pre-employment checks, compliance, offer development and delivery.
• Proactively source applicants and be an ambassador for our DP World brand to potential candidates. 
• Benchmark and screen external candidates and develop high-quality candidate shortlists for the Hiring Managers to review.
• Collaborate internally with HR colleagues to ensure the internal candidate source is promoted and talent mapping is created and embedded.
• Create and deliver an extraordinary candidate and new hire experience.
• Negotiate salaries, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment with candidates.
• Provide regular market information using intelligence from both internal and external sources in order to be a true market expert.
• Take responsibility for the results of customer satisfaction within function, department or business unit, putting agreed action plans in place where necessary.
• Support the roll out of Talent Acquisition programs & projects for the CoE Europe; this includes ATS implementation/enhancements, employer branding and social media campaigns, diversity & inclusion programs, hiring manager training, interview upskilling programs and supplier management.
• Drive social media recruitment strategy and sourcing of passive talent.

And: 

At all times act as an ambassador for DP World when working. Promoting and demonstrating positive behaviours in harmony with DP World’s principles, values and culture and ensure the highest level of safety is applied in all activities; understanding and following DP World’s Code of Conduct and Ethics policies. 

Your key qualifications are:    

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or equivalent.
• Excellent knowledge of the English and German language. 
• Experience coordinating the end-to-end recruitment cycle and experience in leading a team of corporate recruiters.
• Extensive International recruitment experience in Germany & Switzerland, with a track record of success in a high volume, fast paced corporate environment. Ability to manage multiple assignments and stakeholders across all levels simultaneously.
• The ability to deal with high vacancy numbers without compromising candidate quality or an effective and timely service to the business.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and networking skills (written and verbal) and strong attention to detail with a focus on data quality.
• Strong delivery focus with ability to take full responsibility for campaign recruitment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Knowledge and understanding of an applicant tracking system (ATS), recruitment best practices, employment law and legislation in countries of operation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an affinity with Technology and Automotive recruitment. Someone to give voice to our employer brand, build direct hiring capability, champion the candidate experience and take accountability for the performance of our efforts.   

Compensation
DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally; stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.

About DP World
We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions. Both syncreon and Imperial are part of our family. 
 
We deliver these services through an interconnected global network of 295 business units in 78 countries across six continents, with a significant presence both in high-growth and mature markets. Wherever we operate, we integrate sustainability and responsible corporate citizenship into our activities, striving for a positive contribution to the economies and communities where we live and work. 
Our dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 97,657 from 158 nationalities are committed to delivering unrivalled value to our customers and partners. We do this by focusing on mutually beneficial relationships – with governments, shippers, traders, and other stakeholders along the global supply chain – relationships built on a foundation of mutual trust and enduring partnership. 

We think ahead, anticipate change and deploy industry-leading digital technology to further broaden our vision to disrupt world trade and create the smartest, most efficient and innovative solutions, while ensuring a positive and sustainable impact on economies, societies and our planet.

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.
 
By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.