Pearson Hiring for Manager, Talent Acquisition Job at Remote Full Time

Description

We are the world’s learning company with more than 21,000 employees operating in 70 countries. We combine world-class educational content and assessment, powered by services and technology, to enable more effective teaching and personalized learning at scale. We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people. We’re committed to a world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re-examining the way people learn best, whether it’s one child in our own backyard or an education community across the globe. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to always be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology — and each other to surpass these boundaries — we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world’s innovations, personal and global, large and small.

At Pearson, we believe in the power of difference. Harnessing the unique skills, perspectives, and backgrounds of every employee helps us foster innovation and create the most effective solutions for learners around the world. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring that diversity and inclusion are embedded into everything we do. We foster a work environment that’s inclusive and diverse — and where our people can be themselves — so we can reflect the customers and learners we serve.

Pearson is featured on The Forbes list of Best Employers and The Stonewall Top 100 Employers list, and we are recognized in the Best Employers for Diversity 2019 awards. Pearson is listed on both the London and New York Stock Exchanges (UK: PSON; NYSE: PSO).

Job Summary:

Talent acquisition is a core strategic driver of Pearson’s success. The Global Talent Acquisition team members are the drivers of the timely delivery of Talent Acquisition solutions that directly align with business needs and strategy in an agile and customer-centric manner. At Pearson, we are Talent Acquisition partners and advisors to our hiring managers, and we partner with them to effectively and efficiently grow our organization, finding the best and the brightest team members to build high-performing teams that fuel the company’s growth strategies. The Talent Acquisition Manager will be accountable for talent acquisition strategy and execution, driving cross-functional and global collaboration, building broad internal and external networks, and leading and developing an outstanding team of Talent Acquisition Business Partners (TA Business Partners). We are looking for a driven, innovative, DE&I focused and solution-oriented leader who excels at driving results while demonstrating a passion for the candidate experience and exceeding hiring manager expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of talented TA Business Partners to develop and execute on hiring strategies that meet current and future needs of the business with a keen focus on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of talent acquisition and selection across a variety of roles, business units and geographies at all levels of the organization.

• Develop and drive pipeline strategies that deliver on current needs while enabling an environment of development, succession and productivity that helps fuel the organization’s future growth strategies.

• Build, engage, coach and develop a team of high-performing TA business partners in a fast-paced, changing and digital environment.

• Develop and execute plans to identify and drive productivity and process improvements that enable the team to deliver to hiring goals in an effective and efficient manner.

• Act as a partner, consultant, and advisor to business leadership by developing, driving, and executing strategies to find and acquire diverse talent in highly competitive markets.

• Collaborate and partner effectively with Human Resource Business Partners in order to cultivate a well-rounded, team-oriented, business focused approach to talent acquisition and workforce planning.

• Provide team leadership and project management expertise on various current, evolving and new programs & initiatives (e.g., internship programs, DE&I initiatives, college/university strategies, etc…).

• Provide a meaningful, mutually beneficial experience to candidates, while acting as a brand ambassador and DEI champion.

• Be a thought leader with internal stakeholders on market/hiring/reward trends by leveraging data analytics to make informed TA recommendations and decisions.

• Carry a requisition load as needed, with a focus on leadership/executive roles.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Full lifecycle talent acquisition experience with a track record of driving successful outcomes at all levels, preferably in a global environment.

• Direct people management/team leadership experience, preferably leading a team of talent acquisition partners.

• Ability to build diverse talent pipelines and develop long term prospect relationship strategies.

• Demonstrated ability to leverage data analytics, market trends, tools and technology to make informed business decisions and process improvements.

• Stakeholder management skills and experience at all levels, preferably in a matrix, remote and geographically disbursed environment.

• Workforce planning experience and abilities.

• Project management skills – proven success in leading project teams and/or participating on strategic project teams.

The anticipated starting salary range for Colorado-based individuals expressing interest in this position is $85,100 – $148,900. This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program.

Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at: https://pearsonbenefitsus.com/

Primary Location : US-RE-Remote

Other Locations : GB-GB-Remote

Work Locations :

US-Remote

Remote

Job : Human Resources

Organization : Human Resources

Employee Status : Regular Employee

Job Type : Standard

Job Level : Manager

Shift : Day Job

Job Posting : Aug 19, 2021

Job Unposting : Ongoing

Schedule: : Full-time Regular

Req ID: 2109203