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The Role: 

Korn Ferry is conducting an exciting search for an experienced RPO Talent Acquisition Project Director to support our world-renowned life sciences client! Ideally, we seek candidates in the Boston, MA area to work a hybrid schedule building face-to-face stakeholder relationships. This role will lead a global, multi-cultural team for an RPO account where innovation is one of their cornerstones, so you will be at the forefront of industry advancements.

The Project Director will contribute to growth and profitability goals by delivering best in class recruitment services to our client. You will be responsible for the day-to-day operational aspects of the project and scope to include oversight and support of the customized RPO solution. The aim of the role is to ensure the quality assurance of the project delivered to our client.    

 Key Responsibilities: 

• Create and execute project work plans using the Project Toolkit and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.  Ensure search requests are clearly defined to include key responsibilities, requirements, reporting structure, compensation and interview process.
• Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities.  Define and communicate individual and team metrics.
• Maintain awareness of creative sourcing strategies and work closely with team to develop best approach for client.
• Effectively apply staffing methodology and enforce project standards.  Review deliverables prepared by team before passing to client.  Anticipate and minimize risks on project.
• Prepare and participate in project reviews with client and senior management.  Effectively communicate relevant project information to superiors.  Escalate and resolve issues in a timely fashion.
• Facilitate regular status meetings with project team and client.  Keep team informed of changes within the Company.
• Ensure project documents and engagements are complete and updated timely.  Develop and deliver client and management reporting.
• Review and track team hours and expenses as needed.
• Participate in project scoping and implement SOW/SLA requirements.  Identify business development and “add-on" sales opportunities as they relate to the project.
• Manage day-to-day client interaction.  Set and manage client expectations.
• Communicate effectively with client to identify needs and evaluate alternative recruiting solutions.  Continually seek opportunities to increase customer satisfaction.
• Maintain a knowledge base of client’s business, organization and objectives.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change.
• Inspire team to attain goals and pursue excellence.
• Conduct effective performance evaluations and help execute career development plans.
• Manage a small requisition load, as needed, in support of client needs.

Required Skills: 

• Boston area required, or ability to easily commute to Boston.
• Ten years of relevant leadership experience in talent acquisition.
• RPO leadership experience supporting a global client and strong P&L management acumen.
• Understands revenue and pricing models.
• Strong stakeholder management experience and ability to manage ambiguity and change management.
• Bachelor’s degree or ten years of equivalent work experience in lieu of degree.
• Strong understanding of full life cycle recruiting and industry practices preferred.
• Understanding of recruiting metrics, reporting standards, and familiarity with SLA’s/SOW as it relates to our business.
• Computer skills, specifically Excel and PowerPoint, and facility with numbers.
• Familiarity with Human Resource laws and functions.
• Business development/sales background or orientation.
• Track record of success in leading and motivating teams of recruiters.
• Ability to analyze fairly complex data and develop sound recommendations and solutions.
• Excellent planning and organizing skills; able to “juggle” responsibilities effectively in a high volume, fast-paced service environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively with client and in large group settings.
• Strong customer and results orientation.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Ability to adapt as organization evolves.
• Energetic, confidence, maturity and interpersonal sensitivity.