talent advisor

about randstad enterprise 

As the leading global talent solutions provider, Randstad Enterprise enables companies to create sustainable business value and agility by keeping people at the heart of their organizations. Part of Randstad N.V., we combine unmatched talent data and market insights with smart technologies and deep people expertise. Our integrated talent solutions — delivered by Randstad Advisory, Randstad Sourceright and Randstad RiseSmart — help companies build skilled and agile workforces that move their businesses forward. 

Randstad Enterprise supports some of the world's most renowned brands to build their talent acquisition and management models that not only meet their business needs today but also in the future. We offer solutions in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region, Asia Pacific (APAC) region as well as in North America (NAM) region. This results in a digital way of working and requires a proactive mind-set.

• Our solutions know no limits, we have proven experience delivering market-leading MSP, RPO, Total Talent, and Services Procurement Solutions including technology, talent marketing, talent intelligence, and workforce consulting services.
• We create the best talent experience, from attraction to onboarding and onto ongoing career development, we understand the human and digital touchpoints that compel talent to join and stay with a company.
• We know where the talent of tomorrow is, how they behave, what they are looking for, and how to build their loyalty toward a specific company employer brand. 
• We push the boundaries of our industry to be able to see around the corner for our clients, continually investing in innovation to stay ahead in our market.

about team

As a Talent Advisor, you play a critical role in guiding our clients through their talent acquisition journey. Your role is pivotal in understanding client needs, strategizing effective talent acquisition processes, and fostering a culture of excellence within our global team.

This collaborative environment fosters continuous learning and professional growth, nurturing a culture where diverse perspectives are valued and leveraged to strengthen our collective capabilities. Together, we strive towards impactful goals such as enhancing skill development, fostering a culture of learning, and driving organizational success through effective talent delivery strategies. Our efforts transcend boundaries, contributing to advancements in various sectors, including healthcare, transportation, technology, and beyond, ultimately making a positive impact on society as a whole. 

purpose of the job

As a Talent Advisor within Randstad Enterprise, you're at the forefront of talent advisory, acquisition, and stakeholder management. Your role is pivotal in delivering strategic value to our clients by providing expert guidance and insights into talent strategies. Leveraging data insights and market knowledge, you craft future-proof talent acquisition strategies that meet the evolving needs of our clients. As a strategic partner, you enable creative solutions and drive innovation in navigating the dynamic talent market landscape.

Our Talent Advisors are not only leaders in talent advisory but also the future leaders of our talent market.  Implementation and execution of recruitment and development programs and policies are integral parts of your role, ensuring that our talent strategies are effectively implemented to meet our clients' objectives and drive organizational success. 

roles and responsibilities

Data/ Solution analysis

• Forming a clear picture of where the client’s organization is, what the challenges are and what the future state will look like.
• Gathering market intelligence from market insights reports, internal and external sources and sharing with client and internal team.
• Building and analyzing market knowledge, tooling and methods.
• Bringing internal insights and external market insights together to craft the Talent strategies with the clients.
• Navigating through a wide variety of processes, procedures and precedents to interpret data and identify possible creative answers.
• Driving innovation by proactively identifying and coming up with innovative ideas.

Client/customer management

• Cooperating and partnering with client stakeholders e.g. Hiring Managers, Managers Operations and the HRBP’s.
• Being a trusted advisor for our clients and building a culture of Talent Advisory within the client organization.
• Leading conversations with clients, diagnosing problems, giving advice and developing solutions with support of Senior/Principal Talent Advisor colleagues and internal subject matter experts (e.g. operational excellence).
• Responsible for defining and helping in building desirable, feasible, viable and sustainable business solutions that meet client needs.
• Connecting client stakeholders with subject matter experts from RSR for complex issues.
• Supporting in building our global Talent Advisor community (on Connect).
• Driving the talent strategy for assigned business functions.
• Partnering with the Sourcing Recruitment Business Partners and Talent Advisors globally to drive an excellent candidate experience. 

Administration

• Creating advanced reports for internal and external needs to craft Talent Advisory strategy.
• Managing systems under assigned business functions.
• Navigating a wide variety of Talent Advisor processes, procedures and precedents to interpret data and highlighting key findings.
• Responsible for screening shortlisted candidates..

competencies

Analytical skills

You know how to use data and to make decisions based on your insights. Aware of the various ways in which data can be used to solve problems. You analyze data to identify challenges and trends and solve complex problems. Curious and always searching for creative solutions. You know how to improve and optimize processes and quickly deliver solutions.

Client focus

You communicate openly with your colleagues and clients. Build strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, which shape the environment for the success of Randstad. You use your comprehensive knowledge and skills to manage client accounts in a way that provides benefits both for the organization and our clients. You are able to present complex information with clarity to the client.

Market Knowledge

You understand industry trends, our products and services. You are constantly looking for being up to date with the latest market trends. Have the ability to comprehend data and information in order to collect market insights, create new opportunities and potential profitable and efficient changes.

Innovation and creativity

You have the ability to turn a new concept into a success for a client, inventing/proposing new ideas & concepts and creatively turning new ideas into reality.

job requirements

experience required 

• Relevant experience in a similar role (RPO/MSP/Recruitment/Sourcing).
• 4+ years experience in the recruiting and staffing industry is preferable. 
• Stakeholder management on Operational management level.
• Consulting and advising clients in RPO or MSP solutions. 
• client relationship building with Department heads and HR directors.
• Demonstrated track record of understanding clients needs and translating those into effective Talent acquisition strategies.

knowledge

• RPO/MSP.
• Sourcing/recruitment.
• Talent acquisition/talent mapping and market research. 
• Talent trends in the market.