Talent Acquisition Specialist

Who we are

At Frontiers we are on a mission to make all science open, enabling the research community to develop the solutions we need to live healthy lives on a healthy planet.

Powered by custom-built technology, artificial intelligence, and rigorous quality standards, our research articles have been viewed more than 2.1 billion times, reflecting the power of research that is open for all.
 

Join the publishing revolution.
 

Follow the links below to learn more about our work.

https://progressreport.frontiersin.org/ 

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What we can offer you

We provide a range of benefits across our locations, including but not limited to:

• We are a remote-first organization and most of our roles are work-from-home

• 4 additional wellbeing days in addition to existing annual leave allowance

• Access to learning platforms and dedicated learning & development time

• A range of wellbeing initiatives, including free online yoga classes and an employee assistance plan 

• Employees can dedicate three days each year to volunteer

Join Our Team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Frontiers

Become part of an innovative, global team that works together to push the boundaries of knowledge and discovery. As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will be at the forefront, identifying top talent that will drive our mission forward.

If you're enthusiastic about shaping the future of scientific research and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you!

The Role:

Join our growing People Experience team on a 12-month fixed-term contract and make a significant impact in global hiring. This role offers the opportunity to work across Europe, the UK, China, and the US, where you'll guide and influence hiring decisions within your business areas. You'll not only be part of a dynamic Talent Acquisition team but also contribute to broader business projects and initiatives that support our strategic goals.

Contract Details:

• Type: Fixed-term contract (12 months)

You will:

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for global technical, corporate, and publishing roles, from sourcing candidates to extending offers.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with business areas, acting as a consultative partner in their team-building efforts.
• Source and attract top talent through direct approaches, referrals, recruitment platforms, and social media tools.
• Own the candidate experience, ensuring every interaction with Frontiers is positive and engaging.
• Advocate for equity and inclusion throughout the hiring process.
• Develop market insights and assist in creating hiring strategies for essential roles and locations.
• Provide regular recruitment statistics and track progress against benchmarks.
• Collaborate with the broader HR team on various projects and initiatives.

Essential skills

• Proven experience in a full-cycle Talent Acquisition role.
• Expertise in crafting and executing diverse talent attraction strategies.
• Familiarity with ATS systems, recruitment platforms, and social media tools (e.g., LinkedIn, Glassdoor, WeChat).
• Strong customer service orientation with meticulous attention to detail.
• Results-driven mindset focused on enhancing recruitment processes.
• Exceptional organizational skills, resilience under pressure, and experience managing high-volume hiring.
• Ability to manage competing priorities across departments while collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

Preferred skills

• Experience within an international organization.
• Experience in managing recruitment in the APAC region (ideally China) or the US.
• Technical hiring experience.

Ready to make a difference? Join us in shaping the future of scientific research with your talent acquisition expertise!

Apply now

Please click the 'apply' button on this page and submit your application in English.

Please inform us if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment experience. You can contact us at [email protected] for any additional support.
 

Equal opportunity statement
Frontiers actively embraces diversity and is a safe and welcoming workplace. Recruitment is free from discrimination – including based on race, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. With employees from more than 50 different nations, our diversity creates vibrant teams and constantly challenges us to appreciate multiple perspectives.