Talent Acquisition Manager

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Talent Acquisition Manager to join the LNA Corporate Team in West Hartford, CT (Remote). The Talent Acquisition Manager is responsible for managing full-cycle recruiting for assigned requisitions, including working with hiring managers and Human Resources Business Partners to identify and define open positions, plan for staffing, oversee the job requisition process, edit and write job descriptions, source candidates, screen resumes, coordinate interview schedules, assist with final candidate selection, and compose offer letters.

What Will You Do?

• Build partnerships with hiring managers to understand their hiring needs, capabilities, business, and team dynamics to find the best pool of candidates that fits the position, business, and culture.
• Work with hiring managers and Human Resources Business Partners to initiate job requisitions and create job descriptions for final approval.
• Review resumes, conduct initial screenings, and provide feedback and recommendations to hiring managers and Human Resources Business Partners regarding next steps.
• Negotiate offers and close candidates.
• Compile interview selection data such as interview responses/notes and reference checks to review with hiring managers to determine next steps.
• Maintain accurate records of applicant tracking and recruitment activities in the applicant tracking system.
• Ensure the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is fully compliant with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations by regularly reviewing and updating prescreening questions, legal statements, and application workflows to reflect current legal requirements (e.g. ADA, and wage disclosure). Maintain accurate records and collaborate with legal and compliance teams to proactively address regulatory changes.
• Build a diverse candidate network by identifying creative ways to source top talent via LinkedIn, employee referrals, attending industry events/career fairs and networking with community services, colleges, employment agencies, and internet sites, providing organization information, opportunities, and benefits.
• Understand & develop HR Metrics and look for ways to continually improve performance.
• Build and maintain relationships and serve as liaison to third-party recruitment and talent assessment agencies.
• As a member of the HR team, provide positive support to the organization and build and maintain effective relationships with employees and managers at all levels to assist in gaining awareness of employee and business needs; act as internal consultant to drive improvements.
• Assist in administrative requirements with ongoing projects.

Develop and Execute Recruiting Strategies:

• Design and implement both short- and long-term talent acquisition strategies that align with business objectives and workforce planning needs.
• Analyze internal and external talent trends, using data to inform sourcing strategies, improve candidate pipelines, and proactively address future hiring needs.
• Partner with HR leadership and business stakeholders to forecast talent gaps and build robust talent pools for critical and hard-to-fill roles.
• Lead employer branding initiatives to position the organization as an employer of choice, leveraging digital channels, social media, and targeted campaigns.
• Collaborate with third-party agencies and strategic partners to enhance sourcing capabilities and expand reach into new talent markets.
• Regularly review and refine recruitment processes, tools, and metrics to ensure efficiency, compliance, and a best-in-class candidate experience.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

• A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years recruiting experience with specific focus in recruiting or other human resources specialty; or any appropriate combination of education and experience.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Experience with Oracle recruiting a plus.
• Ability to influence, have challenging conversations, and work effectively in a highly collaborative and vibrant environment.
• Proven skills in recruitment including candidate sourcing, interviewing, and negotiating.
• Proven knowledge and application of HR practices, principles, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills; professional presence and behavior and the ability to effectively communicate and interact with employees at all levels.
• Dependable and enthusiastic with the ability to use good judgment, work independently with minimal direction, and possess a strong initiative and positive attitude.
• Ability to handle confidential information and to use discretion.
• Strong problem-solving skills and resourcefulness with ability to demonstrate flexible and efficient time management and to appropriately prioritize workload.
• Must have attention to detail, commitment to accuracy, and follow-through to meet deadlines, despite frequent interruptions.
• Outstanding listening, comprehension, and oral/written communication – including grammar, spelling, punctuation, and writing composition skills.
• Proficient in the use of personal computers, internet, and Microsoft Office suite of software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook (or related e-mail system).
• Proven ability to successfully manage vendor relationships.
• Proven ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Strategic Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience developing and executing recruiting strategies in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and trends to drive strategic decisions.
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive organizational change related to talent acquisition.

About Legrand

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR). For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us 

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