Description
You will be joining Cisco's high-impact, globally connected talent acquisition team operating at the heart of the APJC growth strategy.
This role strategizes Talent Acquisition by developing and implementing creative sourcing strategies to attract high-quality candidates for various roles within the enterprise, often focusing on senior, specialized, or hard-to-fill positions.
Responsibilities include:
- Conducting thorough market mapping and analysis to understand where potential candidates are employed, industry trends, salary benchmarks, and the competitive landscape
- Building and maintaining a pool of qualified talent through market research and ongoing relationship management
- Acting as a brand advocate, representing the company in a positive light by communicating the company culture, values, and job opportunities
- Collaborating with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition teams to understand specific job requirements and support business objectives
- Continuously improving the sourcing process by using new technologies, tools, and innovative sourcing techniques
- Ensuring sourcing strategies are inclusive and designed to attract a diverse range of candidates
- Using data analytics to track sourcing metrics and outcomes
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
- 9+ years of relevant experience in Talent Acquisition or Sourcing
- Consistent track record as a senior individual contributor with deep expertise in sourcing for complex, specialized, or leadership-level roles
- Strong analytical capabilities, with the ability to perform root cause analysis and translate complex data sets into actionable recruitment strategies
- Ability to lead projects and initiatives that transform sourcing capabilities within the team
- Strong grasp of advanced sourcing techniques and talent market trends
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience leading large-scale, cross-functional recruitment projects or regional initiatives
- Ability to operate with high autonomy in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
- Adept at using AI to create new ways of Sourcing and working with data
- Integrates business knowledge into sourcing strategies for optimal results