Abbott

Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist

Abbott • $90K — $180K *
Alameda, CA 94501In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
  • 4+ years of talent acquisition/recruiting experience, either agency or in-house.
  • Proficient in LinkedIn Recruiter and other proactive recruiting tools.
  • Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
  • Strong computer skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain confidentiality.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with hiring managers to determine recruitment needs and job specifications.
  • Develop and implement effective recruiting strategies to attract top candidates.
  • Create recruitment advertising and utilize various sourcing channels.
  • Assess candidates for skills, experience, and cultural fit within the organization.
  • Conduct interviews evaluating candidates against job requirements and competencies.
  • Prepare and negotiate job offers while ensuring a high level of candidate experience.
  • Maintain accurate records in the Workday applicant tracking system.

Benefits

  • FREE HIP PPO medical plan coverage for participants who complete a wellness assessment.
  • Access to health and wellness benefits that support living a full life.
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Opportunity

This requisition is for a future opening. We currently have an opportunity for a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist (Contract to Hire) to support across Abbott's Medical Device organizations. The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist will provide full life cycle recruiting to include candidate sourcing, consultation with hiring managers, candidate interviews, and offers. They will work closely with managers and HR Business Partners to understand the recruiting needs of the business, anticipate hiring needs and proactively identify and execute sourcing and recruiting strategies to meet those needs in a cost effective, timely manner.

***Please note that this role is an onsite (4 days per week) role at our Alameda office (1420 Harbor Bay Parkway).

What You'll Work On
  • Partners with managers to identify needs, job specifications, and qualifications necessary to fill positions.
  • Develops and implements organizational recruiting strategies to attract and find the best qualified candidates; is able to sell to candidates the company, the function and role.
  • Creates recruitment advertising and online postings. Sources candidates through online social networking and job boards, community involvement, professional networking, local media resources, employee referrals, agency referrals and other sources as needed.
  • Assesses potential candidates for fit within the position identified, including skills, education, and experience and also competency and company culture alignment.
  • Conducts interviews by evaluating employment factors such as job experience, education, training, skills, knowledge and abilities and other data relevant to the selection process. Partners with HR Business Partners and managers to further evaluate candidates after on-site interviews. Ensures candidates meet minimum job requirements.
  • Prepares, extends and negotiates competitive job offers.
  • Builds strong relationships with candidates, hiring managers and HR and ensures a high level of customer service.
  • Keeps hiring managers informed throughout the recruitment process.
  • Develops and executes on innovative methods to source, evaluate, and pipeline external passive, diverse candidates for potential employment.
  • Maintains integrity of all staffing process records within Workday applicant tracking system,
  • Manages external vendor relationships with key hires or hard to fill requisitions.
  • Strives for continuous improvement on key performance metrics such as time-to-fill and satisfaction surveys.
  • Attends recruitment events as needed.
  • Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements. Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
  • Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
  • Accesses and utilizes HR information systems and data to run reports and validate, analyze, and utilize global employee data.
  • Completes recruitment projects as requested.
  • Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • 4+ years of agency or in-house talent acquisition / recruiting experience.
  • Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter and other tools/social media as well as proactive recruiting.
  • Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
  • Strong computer skills including proficiency with the Internet.
  • Capable of handling multiple tasks, problem resolution, and prioritization, and attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships and networks.
  • Ability to follow-up, communicate effectively and work with all levels within an organization.
  • Ability to handle and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Working knowledge of employment systems, preferably Workday, a plus.
  • Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.
  • Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
  • Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
  • Prior recruiting experience in the medical device industry strongly preferred.
  • Prior recruitment agency experience a plus.


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* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life.

The base pay for this position is
$90,000.00 - $180,000.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
Recruiting

DIVISION:

LOCATION:
United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop Road

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard

TRAVEL:
No

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

About Abbott

Abbott Careers

Joining Abbott means becoming part of a globally diverse team dedicated to making a lasting impact on human health. As a leader in healthcare innovation, Abbott provides a dynamic workplace where careers flourish through growth, leadership, and diversity training.

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Explore a world of opportunities with our team. Whether you're seeking job opportunities in engineering, marketing, research, or healthcare, Abbott offers a variety of positions that allow professionals to grow their careers. Our commitment to diversity and innovation is evident in every aspect of our work, fostering an inclusive culture that values each team member's contribution.

Work You'll Do

At Abbott, every role contributes to our mission of helping people live fuller lives through better health. From groundbreaking research in medical devices to advancements in pharmaceuticals, our team is at the forefront of healthcare innovation. By joining Abbott, you are not just accepting a job; you are embarking on a path of professional and personal growth.

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Kickstart your career with an Abbott internship. Our programs provide invaluable industry experience and a chance to develop essential skills in a real-world setting. Interns at Abbott work on projects that matter, gaining the experience and knowledge necessary to succeed in their future careers.

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Abbott is dedicated to the continuous professional development of its employees. With access to cutting-edge technology, leadership programs, and diversity training, our team members are equipped to lead and innovate within the healthcare industry. We support your career journey with robust training programs, mentorship, and opportunities for networking and professional growth.

Benefits and Culture

Our employees enjoy comprehensive benefits designed to support their life and well-being. From health insurance to retirement plans, we ensure our team has everything they need to thrive. Abbott's culture is built on a foundation of respect and integrity, united by a shared commitment to improving health outcomes.

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Learn more about Abbott
Size
113,000 employees
Market Cap
$189 billion
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$4.4 billion
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+15.6%
Revenue
$34.6 billion
NASDAQ
ABT
* Ladders Estimates

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