Principal Talent Acquisition Specialist

Coach and influence Hiring Managers and coordinate a diverse selection process to ensure optimal selection of candidates for available Senior and Executive Level positions. Develop and implement organizational recruiting strategies to attract the best qualified candidates. Work closely with the TA Ireland team to drive these strategies, with particular focus on niche and emerging roles in the region. Assign and allocate requisitions across the team with clarity, based on assessment of role type, areas of focus within the team and workload priorities. Act as a trusted mentor and advisor, fostering growth, confidence, and accountability within the TA team across the region.​ Drive purpose and accountability at daily stand up and team meetings, ensuring alignment, engagement and a culture of ownership. Prepare, extend, negotiate and finalise competitive job offers along with offering advice and coaching to members of the TA team to build confidence and knowledge in the job offer process. Communicate proactively and transparently with HR Business Partners and Hiring Managers, building trust through timely updates and confident engagement at all organizational levels. Own resolution of complex recruiting challenges, while mentoring the TA team to develop problem-solving skills and self-directed solutions. Support the already strong continuous improvement mindset within the team, suggesting and driving improvements within the current TA Hiring Process in the region and globally. Drive a technology-forward approach, advocating for innovative tools and AI solutions that elevate efficiency and candidate experience. Manage external partnerships, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and accountability for results. Act as a visible leader and contributor on specified Regional and Global initiatives Maintain full compliance with local laws and regulations, embedding best practices into all sourcing and hiring activities Level 8 Honors degree in a relevant field A minimum of 7 years' experience working within a HR Function/Talent Acquisition environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership role Experience leading teams and supporting team development Proven ability to collaborate across regional and global functions Demonstrated ability to influence without authority, and build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Strong initiative, accountability, and resilience with a growth mindset and confidence in decision-making. Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills. Demonstrated ability to lead with confidence and humility, inspiring trust and alignment beyond direct reporting lines.