Talent Acquisition Partner (12 month contract) People Operations London, England

Basis: Fixed-Term Contract

Area of Interest: People Operations

Location: London, England

Who we are: Geotab is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities. Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab’s open platform and Geotab Marketplace, offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes.

Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab.

Who you are: We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner who will work with the Team Lead and HR Business Partners to design and implement innovative talent acquisition strategies, ensure the delivery of top talent, and act as an extension of the hiring team to ensure hiring decisions are the right business decisions to support the growth of our internal teams. If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader — we would love to hear from you!

What you'll do: As a Talent Acquisition Partner you will be accountable for a positive candidate and hiring manager experience, and will ensure all recruitment practices are aligned with the global recruitment strategy. You will manage a high-volume requisition load while working independently in a fast-paced environment that often involves ambiguity. To be successful in this role you will be a self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills and you will thrive in a high-pressure environment while navigating ambiguity. In addition, the successful candidate will be data-driven with strong business acumen skills and demonstrate the ability to manage contrasting priorities to ensure timely results.

• Own the end-to-end recruitment process for assigned jobs, from job approval to onboarding.
• Proactively source candidates using LinkedIn, job boards, social media, and other platforms to build a pipeline of top talent.
• Conduct initial screenings and assessments to ensure candidates meet the technical and cultural criteria.
• Partner with hiring managers, department leaders and HR Business Partners to understand hiring needs and ensure alignment on candidate profiles.
• Provide regular status updates to talent leaders, hiring managers and proactively share new strategies with hiring teams.
• Work in partnership with the compensation team and HR leaders to address all compensation related needs, approvals, and changes.
• Demonstrate strong business acumen by understanding the company’s goals, market trends, and aligning recruitment strategies to meet organizational needs.
• Handle a requisition volume of 15-20 roles at any given time, balancing priorities and timelines.
• Demonstrate the ability to work autonomously with limited support, driving recruitment processes forward.
• Adapt to changing needs and shifting priorities while working with ambiguity and under pressure.
• Create a seamless and positive experience for all candidates, ensuring they stay engaged throughout the process.
• Assist in promoting the company as an employer of choice by leveraging social media and building relationships with industry communities.
• Participate in job fairs and events to attract top talent.
• Ensure all job postings are aligned with company standards, and updates with business needs to meet Market demand.
• Use data to optimize recruitment processes, track metrics such as time-to-hire and source effectiveness, and improve overall recruitment efficiency.
• Promote D&I initiatives in recruiting, ensuring diverse talent pools are tapped and represented.
• Consistently meet or exceed relevant recruitment KPAs and SLAs, including maintaining an average time-to-fill of 60-75 days, depending on assigned roles.
• Provide support to Talent Acquisition leaders with various ad-hoc tasks and requests.

What you'll bring to the role: 5-8 years of experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Experience in Embedded Engineering/Vehicle Systems hiring is a plus. Strong understanding of technical and non-technical roles and industry trends. Proven ability to build robust pipelines through creative sourcing techniques, including active and passive candidate searches. Proactively identify and implement cost-effective sourcing strategies to reduce reliance on external recruitment agencies and minimize overall recruitment spend. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage both candidates and internal stakeholders effectively. Experience working with talent leaders, hiring managers and executives to define recruiting strategies and meet hiring goals. Act as a trusted advisor and partner to business leaders, taking ownership of the hiring process to drive it forward. Leverage strong influencing and negotiation skills to build consensus with stakeholders and secure top talent in a competitive market. Ability to manage a high volume of requisitions (15-20 roles at a time) while maintaining quality and speed. Comfortable working with ambiguity, shifting priorities, and under pressure, with the ability to troubleshoot and develop creative solutions. Set clear, measurable recruitment goals in alignment with overall hiring objectives. Regularly track progress against key metrics. Effectively prioritize and manage multiple requisitions while balancing competing demands. Maintain an organized workflow to meet deadlines, ensuring timely follow-up with candidates and hiring managers. Adapt to shifting priorities and stay on top of recruitment timelines to ensure efficiency in the hiring process. Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (Greenhouse preferred), sourcing tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter) and Google Suite for business. Ability to work independently, take ownership of the recruitment process, and operate with limited support. Passionate about fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace through recruitment practices. Post-secondary Diploma/Degree or equivalent experience.

If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this role! Even if you don’t feel you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.

Why job seekers choose Geotab: Flex working arrangements, Home office reimbursement program, Baby bonus & parental leave top up program, Online learning and networking opportunities, Electric vehicle purchase incentive program, Competitive medical and dental benefits, Retirement savings program. *The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only.

How we work: At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology!

We believe that ensuring diversity is fundamental to our future growth and progress and is an integral part of our business. We believe that success happens where new ideas can flourish – in an environment that is rich in diversity and a place where people from various backgrounds can work together. Geotab encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at careers@geotab.com.