Link Consultants is delighted to be working with a well-established global engineering business looking to recruit a Talent Acquisition Specialist to work on site in their Dublin office. If you are an experienced (2+ years) recruiter in the engineering and construction sector, looking to move into an internal role this could be a great opportunity.
The role
As Talent Acquisition Specialist, you'll play a key role in sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent for both technical and corporate roles across global operations.
Responsibilities
* Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from intake to offer across a variety of functions
* Partner with hiring managers to forecast needs and plan strategically for current and future roles
* Develop engaging, inclusive job descriptions and coordinate job postings across platforms
* Actively source candidates through LinkedIn, talent databases, events, and referrals
* Screen, interview, and guide candidates through a consistent, engaging selection process
* Deliver a high-quality candidate experience that reflects our values and culture
* Maintain and update our ATS, ensuring clean data and workflow alignment
* Support hiring manager capability with coaching on process, interview structure, and candidate evaluation
* Work closely with HR to ensure smooth onboarding handovers and contract processes
Beyond day-to-day recruitment, you'll also:
* Contribute to the development and delivery of company branding content and EVP messaging
* Support early careers hiring initiatives and build talent pipelines for key roles
* Help design and roll out improvements to our recruitment process, documentation, and policies
* Create regular recruitment reports and dashboards to support business visibility and planning
* Collaborate on TA projects across areas like diversity & inclusion, workforce mobility, and internal mobility
* Represent the client at job fairs, industry events, open days and campus engagements
Person Specification
* 2+ years' experience in recruitment (agency background preferred)
* Strong communication skills and confidence partnering with stakeholders
* Experience sourcing and managing candidates across multiple channels
* Curiosity to learn and grow in broader Talent Acquisition disciplines
* High attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and a solutions mindset
* Familiarity with LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and applicant tracking systems
* A qualification in HR, business, or marketing is helpful but not essential
* Happy to work office based