About Us
Since 1989, SHI International Corp. has helped organizations change the world through technology. We've grown every year since, and today we're proud to be a $16 billion global provider of IT solutions and services.
Over 17,000 organizations worldwide rely on SHI's concierge approach to help them solve what's next. But the heartbeat of SHI is our employees - all 7,000 of them. If you join our team, you'll enjoy:
Our commitment to diversity, as the largest minority- and woman-owned enterprise in the U.S.
Continuous professional growth and leadership opportunities.
Health, wellness, and financial benefits to offer peace of mind to you and your family.
World-class facilities and the technology you need to thrive - in our offices or yours.
Job Summary
The Talent Acquisition Specialist actively networks to identify candidates, conducts resume searches, and maintains a network of active and passive candidates using various sourcing practices. This role involves collaborating with hiring managers to understand needs, contributing to recruiting strategies, screening candidates, and participating in recruitment events. The ideal candidate will support recruitment-related administrative tasks, handle confidential information with discretion, and utilize digital platforms to streamline HR processes and enhance recruitment efficiency.
Role Description
Engage in active networking to identify and approach candidates.
Conduct resume searches and initial contact with potential candidates.
Maintain a network of active and passive candidates.
Utilize sourcing practices including job boards and social media.
Collaborate with hiring managers to understand hiring needs.
Contribute to the development of recruiting strategies.
Screen candidates and assist with interview scheduling.
Participate in local career fairs and recruitment events.
Support recruitment-related administrative tasks.
Handle confidential information with discretion.
Behaviors and Competencies
Adaptability: Can adjust to changes in the work environment, manage multiple tasks, and effectively handle uncertainty.
Communication: Can effectively communicate complex ideas and information, and can adapt communication style to the audience.
Detail-Oriented: Can identify errors or inconsistencies in work and make necessary corrections.
Judgment: Can evaluate situations, identify patterns or implications, and decide on an appropriate course of action based on analysis and experience.
Flexibility: Can adapt to new methods and procedures, and can propose alternative solutions when faced with obstacles.
Follow-Through: Can manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines without needing explicit reminders.
Initiative: Can identify opportunities for improvement, propose solutions, and take action without explicit instructions.
Interpersonal Skills: Can communicate effectively, build relationships, and resolve conflicts with others in moderate situations.
Prioritization: Can identify critical tasks, arrange them based on importance, and execute without explicit instructions.
Productivity: Can identify opportunities for process improvement, propose solutions, and take action to increase productivity without explicit instructions.
Skill Level Requirements
Expertise in identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent through strategic sourcing methods, effective recruitment marketing, and a deep understanding of the competitive job market- Intermediate
The ability to adeptly use various digital platforms and applications designed for human resources management, including payroll systems, applicant tracking systems, and employee performance evaluation software, to streamline HR processes and enhance organizational efficiency- Intermediate
Experienced in navigating ATS platforms like iCIMS, with proficiency in tracking applicant progress, managing recruitment workflows, and ensuring seamless integration with HR systems- Intermediate
Experience in utilizing Microsoft Excel for data analysis, including the use of formulas, functions, pivot tables, and data visualization tools- Intermediate
Experience in utilizing video conferencing platforms, hosting virtual meetings, managing participant interactions, and troubleshooting common technical issues- Intermediate
Other Requirements
Completed Bachelor's Degree or relevant work experience required
2-4 years of experience in a similar role
Ability to travel to SHI, Partner, and Customer Events
Ability to travel 10%
SHI UK is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and we are dedicated to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process.
Equal Employment Opportunity- M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status
Constantly growing in response to the needs of our customers in all sectors and verticals, SHI has transformed itself from a $1 million "software-only" regional reseller into a $8.5 billion global provider of information technology products and services. Dynamic, scalable, innovative solutions delivered with world-class customer support have made SHI the complete IT hardware, software and professional services solution provider it is today.
Under the guidance of our current ownership for nearly 30 years, SHI has never been faced with a merger or acquisition that could distract us from supporting our customers. Remaining focused on the job at hand has allowed us to forge long-term relationships with the clients and OEM partners who remain our most loyal and ardent supporters. The most important metric by which success can be measured - the rate at which we retain our customers - is 99%, ranking SHI among the highest in our industry or any other!