Senior Principal Talent Acquisition Specialist Job at McDermott (The Hague)

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Job Overview: The Senior Principal Talent Acquisition Specialist brings deep expertise in Talent Acquisition concepts, theories, and practices, along with a foundational understanding of related disciplines. This role applies industry knowledge to enhance recruiting effectiveness, provide strategic guidance, and influence TA processes and policies. The position is responsible for identifying and resolving technical, operational, and organizational challenges that impact recruiting effectiveness. The Senior Principal Talent Acquisition Specialist directly influences service levels, quality of hires, and the team’s ability to meet established timelines and performance objectives. Decisions are guided by company policies, business plans, budgets, and resource requirements.

Job Responsibility

Ensure the Talent Acquisition team delivers exceptional client service and manages full-cycle recruiting activities
Participate in and contribute to Talent Acquisition leadership and management initiatives
Partner with senior leadership to identify workforce needs and develop effective workforce planning strategies
Lead, coach, and develop a team of local Talent Acquisition Specialists to achieve consistent, high-quality results
Conduct regular performance reviews and feedback sessions to support continuous improvement
Build and maintain strong partnerships with hiring managers, vendors, community organizations, and internal stakeholders to ensure predictable and successful recruiting outcomes
Establish and nurture relationships with educational institutions to strengthen employer branding and attract early-career talent
Stay current on recruiting trends, competitor intelligence, and innovative sourcing techniques to advise TA teams and business leaders
Ensure the Talent Acquisition team consistently meets or exceeds established Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Lead and participate in Talent Acquisition–related projects and cross-functional initiatives as needed
Lead the implementation, enforcement, and monitoring of compliance with all company policies and procedures
Ensure team members understand their responsibilities and authority related to policy implementation
Ensure timely completion of all required training for self and team members
Provide strategic oversight and ensure the ongoing success and growth of the external business arm of the internal recruitment agency, including performance, client delivery, and commercialization objectives

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum of nine (9) years of Talent Acquisition experience required
Proven ability to lead and manage a team of experienced Talent Acquisition professionals
Strong understanding of both agency and corporate/internal recruiting models
Demonstrated ability to recruit across a broad range of roles and functions
Experience supporting national, multi-location recruiting efforts
Excellent written, verbal, and organizational communication skills
Ability to manage competing priorities, adapt to change, and accept constructive feedback
High level of discretion with sensitive and confidential information
Strong initiative, sound judgment, and problem-solving capabilities
Proficient with internet-based recruiting tools, including LinkedIn Recruiter
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems, processes, and procedures

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