Talent Manager

Job Description

52 Limited is a creative and technical resource staffing company that connects world-class talent with leading brands, marketing and development departments, design firms, ad and interactive agencies. The Talent Manager is responsible for sourcing and recruiting qualified professionals for contract assignments with a focus on 52 Limited’s VMS clients, as well as collaborating with the recruiting team to provide sourcing support and full cycle recruiting. Read on for the details!

Essential Functions:

Source for candidates using a variety of technologies and tools
Participate in regular sync meetings to strategize with the production team on prioritization of requisitions
Utilize VMS systems quickly and reliably to evaluate available requisitions, obtain job descriptions, submit candidates, and confirm interviews
Join client requisition kick off calls to represent 52 Limited and gather additional information
Provide high touch service in all interactions with talent and clients
Develop relationships with candidates through direct outreach using the company database, LinkedIn, sourcing tools, referral networks, and community events, keeping talent profiles updated
Initiate talent intake process, including but not limited to, sourcing talent, interviewing candidates, reviewing portfolios, establishing rate structure for assignments, and performing reference checks
Serve as a primary point-of-contact for talent during the full life cycle of employment with 52 Limited, making regular check-ins with placed talent and warm candidates. Provide overall guidance and support to talent
Record detailed, accurate notes from all client and talent interactions and assignments
Routinely seek out feedback from talent regarding their experience with 52 Limited and our clients
Develop plan to meet or exceed established individual goals
Represent 52 Limited at industry functions, company events and in the overall community
Proactively seek out and attend offsite networking events in order to nurture existing talent relationships and source new talent
Provide shared office support, including answering phones, greeting visitors, and maintaining office organization (when our office reopens)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to demonstrate responsiveness in a fast-paced professional environment
Ability to interact with talent and internal partners in a highly polished, customer-centric manner that emphasizes connection, excellence, professionalism, responsiveness, follow-through and attention to detail
Able to produce a high caliber of work consistently under pressure
Strong critical thinking, judgment, and a solution-oriented mindset
Strong organizational skills, along with the ability to effectively multi-task and anticipate needs
Adaptable and flexible; able to flow with competing demands—as well as changes in the work environment, business demands, and client needs
Excellent attention to detail, including the ability to proofread written documents
Strong written skills, with the ability to express complex ideas clearly in writing
Strong verbal communication skills, including the ability to listen well and be present and professional in all interactions with fellow employees, clients, and talent
Coachability and an interest in self-improvement and growth, asks for and accepts feedback
Self-directed; a self-starter who, once fully trained, thrives in a largely autonomous (but supported) role
A team player who is committed to the success of the entire team and supports the ideas and needs of individuals while taking into context the needs of the whole
The ability to prioritize effectively, use time efficiently, and develop realistic action plans to meet business goals
Strong emotional intelligence and professional maturity; the ability to navigate complex and challenging situations with empathy, positivity, and professional maturity
Tech-savvy, with the ability to learn new systems and tools quickly (and assist others as needed)

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field is helpful OR equivalent experience
1-2 years related experience managing full life cycle recruitment process
Experience recruiting for creative or marketing positions is especially helpful
Experience using CRM and VMS software platforms or the demonstrated ability to master new software quickly

Working Conditions:

These tasks are performed in an office environment. This requires working from home primarily due to the pandemic. Significant portions of the job require extended sedentary periods; constant work with computers, including extended periods of keyboarding; and repetitive motion of hands and wrists. The job requires the ability to communicate with teammates, talent, management team members, and external business contacts by phone and computer.

Business Assignment: Portland

Direct Reports: None

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Schedule: Full Time

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