Talent Acquisition SpecialistLocation: Sligo, Westport or CorkContract: 23-Month Fixed-Term ContractOverviewAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to join a fast-paced environment on a 23-month contract. This role will focus on delivering high-quality, in-house recruitment support, partnering closely with hiring managers to attract and secure top talent while driving strong recruitment outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesLead recruitment activity for a designated team/function and other areas as assigned.Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing through to offer stage.Attract top talent and develop a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future hiring needs.Conduct candidate pre-screening and assessments.Partner with hiring managers to develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies aligned to business priorities.Develop and manage talent pools for critical and future skill requirements.Manage open job requisitions and maintain accurate records within SmartRecruiters.Track and report recruitment metrics and key accomplishments.Provide market intelligence including industry insights, talent trends, and compensation benchmarking.Prepare and approve competitive offer packages, including market data research.Ensure compliance with employment legislation and company policies related to applicant tracking and reporting.Build strong business partnerships with hiring managers and leadership on all staffing-related initiatives.Requirements2–3+ years' recruitment experience in a fast-paced environment.Pharmaceutical or healthcare recruitment experience strongly preferred.In-house recruitment experience is essential.Proven experience in proactive sourcing and talent pipeline development.Strong business presence with the ability to build credibility and deliver results.Experience managing requisitions within SmartRecruiters preferred.For a confidential conversation about the role please apply for the role or contact Owen Clancy at By applying to this job post you agree that Sterling Engineering may process your personal data for recruitment purpose