HR & Talent Acquisition Partner

Summary

AOI is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR & Talent Acquisition Partner to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the recruitment process, including collaborating with staffing agencies, managing candidate pipelines, and supporting various HR activities. The HR & Talent Acquisition Partner will be involved in searching and identifying suitable candidates for AOI. Working closely with the recruitment team and hiring managers, this position plays a key role in building a robust candidate pipeline and ensuring a steady flow of qualified candidates for various positions. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of proactive sourcing skills, relationship-building abilities, and a strong understanding of the talent market. The ideal candidate should have a broad knowledge of Human Resources as well as general administrative experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, from job posting and sourcing to interviewing and offer negotiation.
• Support the delivery of a quality full cycle recruitment service and contribute to the recruitment strategy and objectives
• Partner with hiring managers to understand specific job requirements and develop targeted sourcing strategies
• Partner with external staffing agencies to source qualified candidates for open positions
• Assess candidate qualifications, skills, and cultural fit through initial conversations and screening processes
• Provide detailed and relevant information to recruiters and hiring managers
• Extend offers and negotiate compensation
• Initiate contact with passive candidates and maintain a strong network of potential candidates for current and future opportunities
• Foster relationships to ensure a positive candidate experience
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and talent market dynamics to provide insights and recommendations for talent acquisition strategies
• Preparation and process candidate interview reimbursements
• Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on HR-related matters.
• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance with employment laws.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR strategies and initiatives aligned with business goals.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional HR projects as needed
• Assists and prepares correspondence as requested
• Other HR tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Human Resources, business administration, liberal arts, or similar discipline
• 5+ year's experience in HR and recruiting or similar role in engineering or manufacturing organization
• Strong experience in recruitment / talent acquisition.
• Hands-on experience with full-cycle recruiting using various interview techniques and evaluation methods
• Solid understanding of employment laws and HR best practices
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) ClearCompany a plus
• Proficiency in Indeed and LinkedIn Recruiter
• Familiar with ADP WorkforceNow or other HRIS
• Excellent organizational skills, with an ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments with competing priorities
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to build rapport quickly with candidate and employees
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Vietnamese, or Mandarin Chinese is preferred

Location

This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.

WHY AOI?

In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers

• Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs
• Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
• Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year
• Relocation package available within US
• Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)