Sr HR Specialist, Executive Recruitment

Sr HR Specialist, Executive Recruitment

Job #:
req39220

Organization:
World Bank Group

Sector:
Human Resources

Grade:
GG

Term Duration:
Open-Ended Staff (OPEN-OP)

Recruitment Type:
International Recruitment

Location:
Washington, DC,United States

Required Language(s):
English

Preferred Language(s):

Closing Date:
11/16/2026 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

Description

VPU Context:

In positioning the World Bank Group (WBG) as an employer of choice and leader within the development community and to better respond to the diversified needs of the organization's shareholders and staff, World Bank Group Human Resources Vice Presidency realigned itself by building a One WBG Future-Ready Workplace composed of the following departments:
• IBRD/MIGA and IFC Client Services (HRDCS and CHR) Departments that incorporate an end-to-end staffing model and support the implementation of HR plans and processes for their respective client teams.
• One World Bank Group Talent Acquisition & Global Mobility (HRDTM) Department, a newly established department that supports the implementation of strategic recruitment and mobility related initiatives including program management, insightful and forward-looking analytics, process reengineering, while contributing to a positive experience for candidates and staff worldwide.
• One World Bank Group Employment Policy, Compensation and Systems (HRDPC) Department that provides an integrated approach to managing employment policy and staff rules, driving compensation and benefit programs, and supporting service solutions, systems and analytics.
• One World Bank Group Performance, Career and Learning (HRDTD) Department that brings together the entire talent management lifecycle to maximize and leverage innovative solutions and strategies for increasing the WBG's organizational and individual performance and capabilities.

Unit Context

WBG Talent Acquisition and Global Mobility Department - part of an integrated Human Resources function - plays a vital part in shaping the WBG workforce of the future, leading strategic efforts to attract, recruit, and mobilize top-tier talent worldwide.

Duties and accountabilities:
• Partner with Senior Leadership and HR leaders to understand executive talent needs globally and develop and implement effective internal and external recruitment strategies to attract and select top executive talent.
• Strategically plan to drive the full life cycle recruitment process and enhance quality, consistency, and efficiency.
• Identify process gaps and implement market-leading approaches to meet targets for time to fill, candidate experience, hiring manager experience, and diversity and quality of hires.
• In partnership with hiring managers, HR Business Partners, and the Talent Acquisition function, develop and execute talent sourcing strategies, leveraging various recruitment channels to identify and engage with potential candidates and build and nurture pipelines of top executive talent, such as networking, referrals, social media platforms, and industry events.
• Develop strong external partnerships for talent sourcing, including managing relationships with external search and research firms to ensure alignment with WBG executive talent needs; building and maintaining a strong network of executive-level professionals, industry leaders, and key influencers; and attending industry conferences, events, and networking opportunities to expand professional connections.
• Provide consultative guidance and support to hiring managers throughout the recruitment process and seek feedback on areas for improvement.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and competitor analysis; provide clients with insights and recommendations on talent acquisition strategies and market intelligence.
• Effectively coordinate and communicate with key stakeholders within World Bank Group Management to ensure alignment and collaboration.
• Partner with Talent Development function to design effective assessment methods, implement internal executive rotation programs, understand succession gaps, and identify and pipeline internal candidates for current and future executive level opportunities based on the outcomes of talent reviews, succession plans and other talent initiatives.
• Facilitate the offer negotiation process with candidates, including salary, benefits, and other employment terms. Manage the offer and onboarding process, ensuring a smooth transition for the selected candidate.
• Proactively design and regularly deliver analysis, insights, and reporting on executive talent acquisition in alignment with corporate diversity goals and other key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of candidate interactions, interviews, assessments, and client feedback. Prepare reports and presentations to update clients on the progress of executive searches.
• Keep abreast of industry best practices, recruitment trends, and advancements in executive search techniques. Participate in professional development activities, training programs, and industry associations to enhance skills and knowledge of the team.

Selection Criteria

Master's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in talent acquisition, preferably as an Executive Recruiter, with a proven track record of successfully driving end-to-end senior executive level recruitment across multiple countries/regions in a complex and dynamic environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong understanding of core HR and talent acquisition areas (sourcing, talent research and mapping, candidate marketing, assessment, onboarding, succession planning).
• Hands-on experience in understanding internal recruitment process across the institution, including specifics of executive recruitment process.
• Understanding of the WBG's HR processes, systems and policies interfacing with recruitment.
• Ability to understand business priorities and strategy and translate into recruitment plans.
• Excellent interpersonal and diplomatic skills, with discretion in handling confidential information.
• Ability to confidently interact with senior management, build relationships at all levels, and collaborate across teams for synchronized, high-quality outcomes.
• Focus on taking initiative to achieve results and strong project management, planning, organizational, coordination, and logistical skills.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and prioritize under high levels of pressure.
• Strategic thinking with analytical capabilities and data-driven recommendations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including producing documents and presentations for management.

Note: This internal requisition is open to WBG andIMF staff only (including short-term and extended term consultants/temporaries). External candidates are requested not to apply. In case anexternal candidate applies, their application will not be considered.

As the World Bank Group continues to evolve, we value candidates who:

• Demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively across teams, disciplines, cultures, and institutional boundaries.
• Responsibly leverage digital and AI-enabled tools to enhance productivity, learning, and decision-making.
• Bring experience working in fragile, conflict-affected, and violent (FCV) contexts and are encouraged to highlight relevant experience in their application materials, where applicable.