An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to join a leading healthcare organisation based in Waterford City. This is a fully onsite role offering the chance to lead recruitment across a wide range of clinical, administrative, and management functions within a growing and dynamic environment. Role Overview As the Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will play a key role in attracting, selecting, and onboarding top talent. Youll work closely with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, design effective sourcing strategies, and ensure an exceptional candidate experience from start to finish. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with astrong understanding of the healthcare sector, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting. Key Responsibilities: Full-Cycle Recruitment Manage end-to-end recruitment for clinical, administrative, and leadership positions. Partner with hiring managers to define requirements and deliver effective sourcing and selection strategies. Oversee job postings, advertising campaigns, and talent outreach across multiple platforms to ensure consistent candidate flow. Talent Strategy & Market Insight Conduct market mapping and competitor analysis to identify talent pools and benchmark compensation. Support workforce planning and talent forecasting aligned with organisational growth. Stay informed on healthcare regulations, recruitment trends, and industry best practices. Candidate Experience & Employer Branding Deliver a positive, engaging candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. Represent the organisation professionally in all external interactions. Build partnerships with colleges, universities, and professional associations to develop future talent pipelines. International Recruitment & Compliance Develop and execute international recruitment strategies, supporting visa and registration processes (IMC, NMBI, CORU). Ensure compliance with GDPR and professional registration standards. Support international hires with onboarding, relocation, and integration. Relationship Management Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers and key stakeholders. Coordinate interviews, provide timely communication, and ensure consistent feedback. Participate in networking and recruitment events to strengthen brand presence. Continuous Improvement Use recruitment metrics and KPIs to assess performance and improve efficiency. Identify and implement process improvements across the recruitment cycle. Stay up to date on sourcing tools, digital recruitment trends, and best practices in workforce planning. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelors degree in HR, Business, or a healthcare-related discipline (preferred). Minimum 5 years experience in specialist healthcare recruitment or talent acquisition. Strong understanding of healthcare roles and regulatory frameworks. Skilled in social media recruitment and LinkedIn Recruiter. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple vacancies. Results-driven with a focus on quality, efficiency, and candidate experience. Experience using Smartsheets or similar systems is an advantage. Flexibility to support interviews across multiple time zones and occasional out-of-hours scheduling.