Talent Acquisition Specialist

Overview WELCOME TO SITA

SITA is the leading specialist in air transport communications and information technology. We don’t just connect the global aviation industry, we apply decades of experience and expertise to address almost every core business, operational, baggage, and passenger process in air transport. As an organization, we cover 95% of all international air travel destinations and work with over 2,800 air transport and government customers in every corner of the globe. Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of technology while embracing our collaborative, and inclusive culture.

Ready to redefine air travel? The journey starts here, with you at SITA.

About The Role & Team As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will partner closely with leaders across Technology and Corporate Functions to attract, engage, and hire exceptional talent that drives SITA's business strategy and transformation agenda. You will be trusted to deliver an outstanding candidate experience, provide expert recruitment guidance to hiring managers, and ensure high-quality hiring outcomes within agreed timelines and budgets.

You will be part of a global, collaborative team responsible for end-to-end recruitment, spanning both external hiring and internal talent mobility.

Supporting stakeholders across the Europe region and partnering on global hiring initiatives, you will have the opportunity to influence critical business growth through strategic talent acquisition.

This is an exciting time to join our team. As we continue to evolve our ways of working, leverage AI-enabled recruiting solutions, and enhance the employee experience, you will contribute to high-impact projects, process innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives that help us attract and retain the skills of tomorrow.

What You Will Do

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process efficiently, cost-effectively and by upholding SITA's Employer brand, the candidate experience, and the hiring manager journey.
• Coach and influence hiring managers on best practices around recruitment strategy, process, candidate care, timelines, interviews, and Diversity & Inclusion
• Lead hiring manager briefing meetings to understand the business needs and create a detailed document to cover requirements, key strategies, and outcomes.
• Drive insight-led conversations with hiring managers using LinkedIn, iCims, Power BI and other data sources.
• Write compelling job adverts that drive attraction and ensure compliance.
• Be accountable for candidate experience throughout the hiring lifecycle and partner with hiring managers to ensure timely feedback.
• Leverage AI-powered recruitment tools to enhance hiring effectiveness and efficiency.
• Screen resumes and prospects; manage candidates throughout the interview process from prepping before interviews to final offer.
• Utilize iCims (Applicant tracking system) effectively to ensure process compliance, minimize GDPR risk, increase data quality and focus on reporting and analytics.
• Advise and support Hiring Managers and internal colleagues through internal moves.
• Work with the team on process improvements and value-add projects as needed.

Qualifications WHO YOU ARE:

• 3-5 years of experience in end-to-end recruitment, either in-house or via an agency/RPO environment. Experience in hiring for engineering or technical roles is an advantage.
• Strong background in technical sourcing, including Boolean search, talent mapping, market intelligence, and proactive pipeline building.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal and decision-making skills.
• High level of attention to detail and capacity to diligently cover (simultaneously) diverse roles
• Confident to challenge and be consultative with stakeholders across all levels.
• Data-driven mindset with experience leveraging AI and talent intelligence technologies to drive efficient hiring outcomes.
• Proven experience of various evaluation methods and of interviewing candidates
• Able to develop effective relationships and manage expectations of multiple stakeholders across a breadth of countries and cultural differences.

What We Offer SITA’s workplace is all about diversity, many different countries and cultures are represented in our workforce. We collaborate in our impressive offices, embracing a hybrid work format. As part of our global benefits, we offer:

🏡 Flex-week: Work from home up to 2 days/week.

⌚ Flex-day: You may wish to flex your arrival time at the office, to beat the rush hours or you may want to leave the office earlier to pick up your kids from school or to go to your favorite game: We support you in being open about your needs and routine with you manager.

🌎 Flex-location: Benefit for 30 working days from anywhere around the world each year!

🙌🏽 Competitive benefits

SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify in the application process.

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