Talent Acquisition & Development Officer

The Talent Acquisition & Development Officer has responsibility for the effective and efficient execution of day-to-day HR transactional functions, with emphasis on recruitment. This will be achieved by providing support to business units through the coordination of core HR processes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Company’s recruitment efforts to include, but not limited to: writing and placing advertisements; work with supervisors to screen and interview candidates; conduct reference checks; extend job offers
• Oversee the end to end recruitment process.
• Develop and continuously improve upon processes to simplify the recruitment fuction.
• Provide guidance to key business stakeholders on policies and procedures, HR and recruitment best practices
• Support the development and implementation of HR initiatives
• Provide support where necessary for the day to day functions within department
• Prepare information for reports and conduct relevant research as required
• Represent the Company at Job/Career Fairs
• Support the Talent Development agenda through key initiatives           

JOB SPECIFICATION/COMPETENCIES

• First Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or equivalent field
• Proven experience working in a similar capacity at least (3) three years
• Sound knowledge of Jamaican Labour Laws 
• Proficient in MS Office
• Knowledge of HRMIS is an asset
• Highly confidential with strong work ethics and ability to work effectively within a team
• Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written, and with all levels of staff
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• People oriented and results driven, with excellent interpersonal and relationship skills