Talent Acquisition Specialist - J2 cloud services
Memphis, TN
About the Job
Ookla® is a global leader in connectivity intelligence, offering unparalleled network insights through the combined expertise of Speedtest®, Downdetector®, RootMetrics®, and Ekahau®. Ookla’s complementary datasets combine crowdsourced and controlled, public and private collection methods, QoS and QoE metrics, and more to unlock correlations and actionable insights — helping organizations optimize networks, enhance digital experiences, and create better connected experiences for end-users.
Our team is a group of people brought together through passion and inspired by possibility. We are looking for team members who love solving problems, are motivated by challenges, and enjoy turning clever ideas into exceptional products. When you work for us, you are using Ookla data and insights to advance our mission of better connectivity for all.
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our dynamic recruitment team. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in full-cycle recruiting and a passion for identifying top talent. As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in sourcing, screening, and hiring qualified candidates across various departments. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team and contribute to the growth of a global company.
Expectations for Success
- Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and extending offers to candidates for various roles across the organization.
- Sourcing & Outreach: Utilize job boards, social media platforms, networking, and employee referrals to proactively source and attract top talent.
- Candidate Screening: Conduct phone screens and in-depth interviews to assess candidates' skills, qualifications, and cultural fit.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with hiring managers and department leaders to define job requirements, recruitment strategies, and ensure a smooth hiring process.
- Employer Branding: Enhance the company’s employer brand by providing an excellent candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
- Data-Driven Decisions: Track and analyze recruitment metrics to continuously improve hiring processes and identify trends in the talent market.
- Offer Negotiation: Extend offers and negotiate employment terms, ensuring a competitive yet cost-effective hiring strategy.
- Compliance: Ensure all recruitment activities are in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with talent acquisition best practices for both technical and non-technical roles.
- Experience working with global teams and understanding of international hiring processes.
- Knowledge of employment law and compliance regulations related to recruiting in the US
Requirements
We are looking for the right person, not the exact list of requirements. If you believe your life experience has prepared you for similar challenges, we’d like to hear from you.
- Experience: 3-5 years of experience in full-cycle recruiting, preferably in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and social media platforms.
- Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders.
- Organizational Skills: Excellent time management, organizational, and multitasking skills to handle multiple requisitions simultaneously.
- Analytical Ability: Experience in using data and metrics to drive hiring decisions and optimize recruiting efforts.
- Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Benefits
We care deeply about each other and the work we do, and our perks are just one way we demonstrate this. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including (but not limited to):
- 401(k) matching
- Unlimited PTO
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan options
- Health/dental/vision insurance coverage
- Wellness benefits (Calm app, gym reimbursement, ERG groups, etc)
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) (mental health, financial advice, legal guidance, and more)
- Maven Fertility options
- Pregnancy support
- Pet insurance
- Enhanced parental leave
- Disability coverage
You will have the best hardware, software, and tools available for you to do your work, and we provide excellent flexibility for working remotely as time and responsibilities allow. To promote your success and growth we offer educational opportunities, and anti-racism and LGBTQIA+ resource libraries, team activities, and many more.
If you’re passionate about joining the work we’re doing, we welcome your application and encourage applicants with both traditional and non-traditional experience that makes them an excellent candidate for the role. We strongly believe diversity of all kinds makes us better. We are an equal opportunity employer actively working to build an inclusive workforce at all levels of the company. [Read our latest diversity report from our parent company here.] Ookla is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We want to ensure candidates have everything they need throughout our application and hiring process. If you have any individual needs related to disability or accessibility, we encourage you to contact recruiting@ookla.com and let us know how we can best accommodate you.
Source : J2 cloud services
