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Recruitment Senior Associate

KPMG Kingston and St. Andrew, Jamaica Updated: January 15, 2025

Summary

The Talent Acquisition-Recruitment, Senior Associate, is responsible for executing the full recruiting lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection and offer. This position requires a strong background in recruiting and knowledge of the labor market. Additionally, the role will work closely with the KPMG US onshore teams to design, develop, plan, and implement full-cycle recruitment strategies. These strategies support the goals of attracting, retaining, and growing the pool of qualified US candidates. Closing Date: 30/04/2025

Responsibilities

  • • Assist in the strategizing, development and execution of full life cycle recruiting projects
  • • Leverage the use of an Applicant Tracking System and/or Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) or Human Resource Management Systems (HRMS), Job Boards to achieve and exceed recruitment targets
  • • Network through industry contacts, association memberships, trade groups, social media, and employees
  • • Assist in developing and tracking measurable facets of the recruiting and hiring process so that the processes are transparent and measurable
  • • Execute continuous improvement goals
  • • Coordinate and implement college recruiting initiatives
  • • Administrative duties and recordkeeping

Required Skills

  • • To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, as assigned. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required.
  • • Experience with full life cycle recruiting (executive, experienced hire and volume).
  • • Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, with effective time management skills.
  • • Proven candidate sourcing and relationship building skills.
  • • Strong verbal/written communication, problem-solving, analytical, and independent judgement skills to support an environment driven by customer service and teamwork.
  • • Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of human resources work.
  • • Ability to work productively and collaboratively with a diverse group (both internally and externally) and foster teamwork.
  • • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook to include the ability to schedule meetings/interviews accurately across multiple time zones
  • • Demonstrates attention to detail with proven organizational and prioritization skills
  • • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to exercise appropriate judgment in executing tasks without supervision
  • • Demonstrates resourcefulness and initiative in dealing with daily assumptions.
  • • A high level of individual creativity and initiative, with the ability to think analytically, and research and assess opportunities.
  • Business Competencies:

    • • Communication- Delivering clear, effective communication and taking responsibility for understanding others.
    • • Customer Service- Demonstrating a commitment to public service, serving internal and external customers while holding oneself accountable for quality outcomes.
    • • Collaboration & Teamwork- Working cooperatively with others, inside and outside the organization, to accomplish objectives. Building and maintaining mutually beneficial partnerships, while leveraging information and achieving results.
    • • Stakeholder Management- Capable of building strong professional relationships with the ability to influence all levels across the organization
  • Technical Competencies:

    • • Recruitment– Understands and demonstrates knowledge of HR concepts, principles, and practices related to identifying, attracting, and selecting individuals and placing them in positions to address changing organizational needs
    • • Influence & Negotiation- Uses persuasion to gain the support and cooperation from stakeholders, leadership team, colleagues, support staff, and other parties to achieve the desired course of action consistent with the organization’s strategic goals and objectives
    • • Strategic Thinking- Supports organizational goals and objectives in accordance with strategic and/or operations plans.

Qualifications

  • • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources (HR) from an accredited college/university or any other related field.
  • • Minimum of three years human resources experience required; with a minimum of two years corporate recruiting.
  • • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office suite, and online collaboration tools (SharePoint/Teams)
  • • Hands-on experience with recruiting software, as well as Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) or Human Resource Management Systems (HRMS).
  • • Working knowledge of HR databases, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Candidate Management Systems (CMS).
  • • Experience in the Global Services / BPO sector a plus
  • • Strong leadership ability is required.

Additional Information and Instructions

  • SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

    • • Expected to work in a fast-paced team environment.
    • • Our staff members are currently hybrid that is, working from their home located in Jamaica on some days and in the physical office on some days, based on the needs of the business
    • • Will be working primarily in a paperless environment and expected to be using information systems for the entire workday to access data or perform activities.
    • • May be required to work extended hours periodically or on public holidays

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Recruitment Senior Associate

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KPMG
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On-Site
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Mid-Level

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Bachelor's Degree

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