[ref. f49170500] Senior Consultant Talent Acquisition - Team Lead
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.
ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM
As a Senior Consultant, Talent Acquisition – Team Lead, you will serve as the single point of contact (SPOC) for talent acquisition across the Americas GEO, focusing on the commercial and sales functions within SITA. Acting as a subject matter expert for both North America and LATAM, you will drive recruitment strategies and TA initiatives to support regional business needs.
As a member of the Talent Leadership Team, you will play a key role in shaping the end-to-end talent strategy from hire-to-retire. Your contributions will help define processes, ensuring a seamless experience both for candidates and business leaders.
Leading a team of two TA consultants, you will play a key role in building a high-performing recruitment function. Additionally, you will lead strategic hiring projects, provide advisory support to the business, and optimize our TA vendor strategy by streamlining and strengthening external agency partnerships.Your expertise in US, Canadian, and LATAM hiring compliance, market trends, and DE&I recruitment will be instrumental in shaping our regional talent strategies.
Are you ready to redefine air travel? The journey starts here, with you at SITA.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Leadership & Team Development- Lead and mentor a team of two Talent Acquisition Consultants, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team culture.
- Provide coaching and guidance to the team, ensuring best-in-class hiring practices and professional development.
- Act as the strategic TA partner for hiring managers, advising on workforce planning, talent strategies, and recruitment best practices.
- Deliver a consultative and high-quality TA service, ensuring diversity, equal opportunity, and compliance are always upheld.
- Develop structured selection and interview processes, collaborating with hiring managers to align with SITA’s competency framework.
- Ensure TA processes are executed consistently, efficiently, and cost-effectively in alignment with organizational policies and standards.
- Recommend and drive improvements in TA systems, processes, and industry best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Ensure timely and professional communication with candidates throughout the hiring process, enhancing the candidate experience.
- Serve as the Talent Acquisition SPOC for the commercial section of SITA in the AMER region, collaborating closely with the People Business Partner to support resource planning and provide updates on recruitment activities.
- Analyze and report on TA metrics, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in recruitment effectiveness.
- Attend business and HR meetings to provide updates on Talent Acquisition progress and future hiring strategies.
- Maintain a database of key recruitment sources for North America, tracking the most successful and cost-effective hiring channels.
Qualifications:
BACKGROUND & EXPERIENCE- 5+ years of internal talent acquisition experience, preferably in the IT/Telecommunications industry.
- Experience leading and coaching a small team, with a focus on performance and development will be an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of US and Canadian employment laws, hiring compliance, and labor market trends.
- Demonstrated success in strategic hiring, stakeholder management, and TA advisory roles.
- Experience with DE&I hiring strategies and building diverse talent pipelines.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, or equivalent.
- HR professional certification (e.g., SHRM, CHRP) will be an advantage
- Collaborative & Influential - Ability to partner with business leaders and hiring managers.
- Coaching & Leadership - Experience mentoring and developing TA professionals.
- Strategic Thinking - Ability to align TA strategies with business needs.
- Data-Driven - Proficient in using TA metrics to drive improvements.
- Results-Oriented - Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver in a fast-paced environment.
- Market-Savvy - Passion for staying ahead of hiring trends and talent market insights.
WHAT WE OFFER
At SITA, we disrupt the status quo, by empowering our people to pioneer innovations that touch the lives of billions. Bringing together diverse minds from across the globe, we foster a dynamic and positive workplace culture, that values our talented team members for their contributions and dedication. Check out our core benefits, enabling our people across the globe:
🏡 Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on the needs of your team and your customers)⏰ Flex Day: Shape your workday to suit your life and your plans.
🌎 Flex-Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.
🌿Employee Wellbeing: We’ve got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available to you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year, and Champion Health – a personalized, proactive platform to support diverse wellbeing needs.
🚀Professional Development: Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning!🙌 Competitive Benefits: Access competitive benefits tailored to the local market and your employment status.
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.