Job Description

Job Description

The Talent Acquisition Business Partner is responsible for the Full life-cycle recruitment process within allocated business segments in accordance with employment laws and guidelines. Establish collaborative relationships with HRBPs, operational and hiring leaders in order to understand hiring needs and challenges. Deliver qualified candidates to hiring leaders by leveraging the LKQ talent acquisition process, tools and resources.

Essential Job Duties:

* Identify and implement the LKQ talent acquisition process by setting clear expectations with hiring managers, building market talent pools, coaching the hiring team on selective/behavioral interview techniques, etc.
* Successfully review job descriptions in order to understand the needs of hiring managers as well as ask relevant questions that will help identify the right candidate(s). Write or enhance job descriptions in order to make them more "market friendly". Effectively market each position that you are hiring for, while creating, marketing and championing the LKQ Proud message.
* Diligently pursue a broad understanding of all aspects of the business lines within the group, division or region you support, including core competencies/skill sets, and LKQ Corporation as a whole.
* Leverage your understanding of the marketplace in order to assist hiring managers set realistic expectations of candidate skill sets, experience and the all-around competitive landscape.
* Identify top level talent through aggressive sourcing methods which include internet research, networking, direct sourcing, employee referrals, advertisements, career events, associations, and other sources as needed.
* Research and recommend new sources for active and passive candidate recruiting while developing a pool of qualified candidates in advance of a need.
* Conduct screening and selection interviews that follow company guidelines, meet legal requirements, and gather job appropriate candidate information.
* Communicate regularly with hiring managers to establish rapport, provide status updates, and determine the effectiveness of recruiting campaigns and implementation. Collect, analyze and distribute feedback to candidates, hiring managers and Talent Acquisition leaders throughout the recruitment process.
* Share knowledge and identify opportunities for candidates (internal and external) to assist them in their professional development. Motivate candidates and provide appropriate direction and advice that may impact career decisions.
* Assumes other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

* Talent Acquisition Coordinators

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

Education & Experience

* High school diploma or GED equivalent.
* College level Degree.
* 3 5 years of Staffing/Recruitment experience.
* Strong understanding and ability to recruit in all levels of the organization.
* Experience in full-cycle recruiting, sourcing and employment branding.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Ability to multitask in a high stress and fast paced environment.
* Ability to adapt to complex situations and think "Outside the box".
* Ability to work independently and stay on task.
* Experienced with desktop computer system and Microsoft office products.
* Proven oral & written communication skills.
* Ability to interact with various types of employees and candidates.
* Good organizational skills.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

* Knowledge of recruiting policy, procedures, laws and practices.
* Excellent ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously.
* Ability to source, attract and hire the most qualified talent.
* Experience with candidate management/applicant tracking systems and processes.
* Strong relationship building experience.
* Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization both in written and oral form.
* Must have very strong customer service orientation with high sense of urgency in completing tasks.
* Possess a process improvement mindset to identify opportunities to streamline and optimize recruiting activities.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment:

* This position requires sitting and internet navigating for long periods of time. Must have the ability to work under conditions of frequent interruptions and be attentive to detail.
* May require 50% travel or more depending on needs of the group.

Position Type

Full-time