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Talent Advisor - Early Career

how you will contribute

 As a Talent Advisor - Early Career, you will be a strategic consultant and global talent leader, providing innovative recruiting solutions and expertise to help our client position for growth[cite: 1, 2, 4]. You will accelerate the business by identifying, attracting, and hiring top early-in-career talent (internships, apprenticeships, co-ops, and full-time roles across technical and non-technical tracks) from diverse educational paths. Serving as a key advisor to client business leaders and hiring managers, you will influence recruiting strategies while actively promoting the client's values, culture, and inclusive hiring practices in the market[cite: 1, 2, 4].

your typical day includes

• Managing the end-to-end recruitment process, handling assigned requisitions as the primary point of contact, and serving as a strategic hiring consultant for business leaders[cite: 1, 2, 4].
• Conducting intake calls with hiring managers to clarify requirements beyond the job description, set talent expectations, and align on sourcing strategies and timelines.
• Closely cooperating with sourcing teams and engagement managers to build creative talent pipelines via referrals, professional networks, and targeted channels[cite: 1, 2, 4].
• Conducting in-depth candidate interviews, evaluating candidate eligibility, and managing pipeline updates using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and candidate relationship management tools[cite: 1, 2, 4].
• Driving process improvements, content creation, and talent action plans to elevate recruitment tools, technology, and candidate experience[cite: 1, 2].

your responsibilities include

• Stakeholder Management: Acting as a single point of contact and strategic advisor to business leaders and hiring managers, advising on market intelligence, salary ranges, and assessment metrics/ROI[cite: 1, 2, 4].
• Inclusive Sourcing Strategy: Influencing and executing sourcing plans that drive diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice across all dimensions of early talent recruitment[cite: 2, 4].
• Compliance & Offer Management: Ensuring strict adherence to offer compliance, compensation standards, and legal regulations throughout the recruiting lifecycle[cite: 1, 2].
• Brand Ambassadorship: Bringing the client experience to life by identifying external recruiting engagements, promoting brand opportunities, and advocating for early career talent[cite: 1, 2].
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnering with internal teams (Compensation, Offer Compliance, Onboarding, and Sourcing Specialists) to solve recruiting challenges and deliver quality hires

your background

• Early Career Expertise: 3+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition with a strong focus on Early Career recruitment (internships, apprenticeships, university, community college, or technical programs)[cite: 1, 2].
• Recruitment Experience: Proven track record in full-lifecycle recruitment, account management, and candidate generation, preferably within an RPO or high-pressure agency environment.
• Market & Language Knowledge: Experience supporting early career candidate pipelines in German-speaking and/or global markets, with fluent English language skills.
• Tool & System Proficiency: Demonstrated hands-on proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), candidate relationship management systems, and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).

key capabilities

• Superlative business insight with the agility to navigate between strategic big-picture thinking and detailed operational execution.
• Strong relationship-building, interpersonal, and persuasive skills to influence hiring decisions and candidate acceptances].
• Passion for inclusion, fairness, diversity, and creating career opportunities for early-in-career talent.
• An autonomous, proactive, process-oriented mindset with high attention to detail and concern for quality.

key relationships

• Business Leaders & Hiring Managers: Strategic consultation, advisory, and regular performance reporting on talent pipelines].
• Internal Talent Teams: Close alignment with sourcing specialists, talent leads, coordinators, and centers of expertise (Compensation, Onboarding, Compliance).
• Talent Pool: Continuous engagement with early-career candidates, university networks, and community education partners.

your competencies

• Stakeholder Engagement: Building strong inter-departmental partnerships and managing client expectations.
• Operational Excellence: Efficiently driving end-to-end recruitment SLAs/KPIs and reprioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptability & Innovation: Continuously evaluating recruiting processes, embracing change, and developing your career through pushing boundaries.

together we grow.

 When you join Randstad, you join…

• A specialized team delivering tailored solutions for clients and talent, enabling meaningful impact.
• An equitable, inclusive culture where everyone can contribute and thrive.
• A workplace prioritizing growth and empowering teams to adapt and excel.
• A company dedicated to supporting you to perform at your best.
• A commitment to pay for performance with transparency, fairness, and competitiveness.

our purpose Our purpose is deeply rooted in the belief that by knowing our clients and talent better than anyone else, we can make connections that change lives and transform businesses. We don’t just place people in jobs; we help create futures full of possibility — for our clients, talent, and communities.

our culture Our culture is powered by ambition and collaboration, where everyone is driven to push boundaries and achieve success. At Randstad, we don’t settle for “good enough” — we’re committed to walking the extra mile, always striving for perfection while trusting each other to deliver results. You’ll be working in an environment that fosters both individual achievement and team success.

We want our teams and talent to reflect the rich diversity of the societies we serve. We thrive for an environment of belonging, safety and confidence. So everyone can bring their whole selves to work and flourish. Learn more about equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging at randstad here.

leadership expectations At Randstad, leadership is our shared language. Whether you are leading a team or driving your own career, you contribute to our goal of being the world's most equitable and specialized talent company. We lead across four core pillars:

1. we set direction: it is about anticipating and making decisions that will position randstad for long term success.
2. we achieve: it is about delivering on our goals and operational excellence.
3. we care: it is about the way we collaborate and work together, creating a sustainable and healthy culture.
4. lead by example: it is about modelling the behaviors and standards we expect from others, demonstrating courage and accountability in every action.

a place for you to grow

 We provide a fast-paced growth environment where your ability to adapt and contribute fuels the success of both your team and clients. We appreciate your talents and support your growth through mentorship, skill-building, and career guidance.

meaningful, competitive, and equitable rewards for your performance.

 Our employment conditions reflect this:

• Competitive Salary: Base salary range of $69,300 - $93,660 (offered pay based on education, work experience, location, and specific job duties).
• Variable Pay: Incentive plan / bonus opportunities based on performance.
• Work-Life Balance & Flexibility: Generous PTO earned from day one, holiday time, and hybrid/home office arrangements.
• Financial Security: 401(k) plan with company options
• Development & Growth: Rich learning and development opportunities in a fast-changing global environment.

application & compliance

If you recognize yourself in the profile above, we invite you to apply for this role by clicking "apply" today!

The recruitment procedure consists of a screening and at least two interviews. Later in the process, an (online) assessment and a job offer conversation take place.

Working at Randstad is unlike working at any organization. Because at Randstad we put people at the heart of everything we do. This goes for our clients, our talent, our employees and society. We combine our passion for people with the power of today’s technologies. This helps us support people and organizations in realizing their true potential. Learn more about our mission, history and values on our website: www.randstad.com

At Randstad, we know employees that are cared for holistically have the confidence to bring their fullest potential to work, so we make investments in our people.

The hourly range for this position is $40-$44/hr.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate’s education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. Based on eligibility, a successful candidate’s total compensation may include a variable pay plan including bonus(es) and/or commission(s). In setting compensation, Randstad complies with all local wage and hour laws and while the pay range listed above is an annual amount, non-exempt employees will be paid hourly and therefore receive the hourly equivalent.

In addition, Randstad offers rich learning & development opportunities, as well as a competitive benefit package.  

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Applications Accepted on Ongoing Basis Until Filled