The Talent Acquisition Associate (R&D) is responsible for leading the candidate experience for R&D recruitment across ELC’s portfolio of brands, in alignment with ELC’s vision of becoming the "best home for talent."  You will also work on strategic projects supporting talent pipeline, diversity initiatives, global talent sharing, recruiting effectiveness, process improvements, etc. 

WHY IS THIS JOB A PERFECT MATCH FOR YOU?

You’re looking to join a collaborative team of recruiters committed to providing high touch service to hiring managers and candidates. Your passion for the beauty industry is also a plus!

WHAT SKILLS WILL YOU APPLY IN THIS ROLE?

COLLABORATION

• Works independently, collaborating directly with Hiring Managers/Business Leaders and HR Business Partners to provide effective and consultative recruitment support and solutions for positions across areas of the R&D function and levels (primarily Executive Director level and below).
• Cultivate and maintain ongoing strong working relationships with the HR business partners to understand the business, workforce planning strategies, recruitment needs and to create a partnership that ensures a seamless hiring process. 
• Proactively work to strengthen the diverse talent pipelines leveraging traditional and progressive methods to identify and source passive talent
• Participate and lead team meetings by sharing best practices, winning strategies, and talent sharing

PROBLEM SOLVING

• Leverage various recruiting strategies to attract talent including events and conferences.  Build industry relationships to drive referrals.
• Maintain awareness of industry news, activity and trends impacting talent sourcing and hiring dynamics.
• Leverage insights to drive strategic decisions regarding sourcing, diversity, compensation, etc.
• Help to identify disruptive solutions for recruiting
• Educate internal client groups to ensure understanding for seamless recruitment processes and experiences

DECISION MAKING

• Help to develop and deploy use of candidate generation tools for internal and external candidate pipelines (campus, digital/social, newsletters etc.), in alignment with ELC’s talent strategy.
• Source and screen candidates leveraging behavioral interview questions. Advance appropriate candidates through interview process and provide a point of view to hiring stakeholders. Document relevant information to Applicant Tracking System. Ensure decisions are made and communicated in a timely manner.
• Leverage market data and other reporting capabilities to influence business leaders.

INDEPENDENCE OF ACTION AND ACCOUNTABILITY

• Strive to seize on opportunities to offer input towards incremental decisions that align talent acquisition with the overall vision and strategy of the Talent COE and HR.
• Participate in strategic projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

WHAT EXPERIENCES WILL ENABLE YOU TO SHINE IN THIS ROLE?

• BS/BA degree
• Minimum 3 years recruitment or related experience ideally within beauty, luxury retail or consumer packaged goods industries, is required.
• Advanced recruiting skills including, but not limited to sourcing, qualifying, networking, job analysis, negotiations, and relationship management. 
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (Taleo preferred), Microsoft Office tools, CRM tools, etc.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills including presentation capability
• Strong relationship building, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to consultant stakeholders and provide a point of view with all levels of staff and management. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity, take risks, champion, and influence change
• Incredible ability to stay organized and pay attention to detail
• Passionate about the beauty industry, and have appreciation for providing a high touch service

JOB: Human Resources PRIMARY LOCATION: US-NY-New York JOB TYPE: Standard SCHEDULE: Full-time SHIFT: 1st (Day) Shift JOB NUMBER: 2113691 We are an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.

The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) is the global leader in prestige beauty. ELC is the only company focused solely on prestige makeup, skin care, fragrance and hair care with a diverse portfolio of 25+ brands sold in approximately 150 countries and territories. Infused throughout the organization is a passion for creativity and innovation — a desire to push the boundaries and invent the unexpected — as we continue the bold work of the company’s founder Estée Lauder.