Senior Specialist, Executive Talent Acquisition

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Executive Talent Acquisition

Location: Warsaw or Espoo
Reports To: Manager, Executive Talent Acquisition

Shape the future of Executive Recruitment at KONE.

At KONE, we are dedicated to improving the flow of urban life by delivering innovative solutions that enable people to move seamlessly, safely, and efficiently across various environments, from buildings and urban spaces to transportation hubs and beyond. To achieve this, finding the right talent is essential. Join our team as a Senior Specialist, Executive Talent Acquisition, where you will combine innovative research, a consultative approach, and strategic recruitment expertise to support our global executive talent initiatives.

Role Overview

As a Senior Specialist, Executive Talent Acquisition at KONE, you will play a pivotal role in executing our global executive recruitment strategy. Working closely with senior stakeholders and hiring managers, you will adopt a consultative approach to manage the full recruitment lifecycle, ensure a seamless candidate experience, and contribute to strategic projects such as market mapping, talent pipelining, and Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who combines technical recruitment expertise with strong project management and communication skills, thrives on variety, and is eager to make an impact in a global organization.

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Recruitment Management

• Conduct consultative intake meetings with hiring managers to understand role requirements, offer strategic hiring advice, and align expectations.

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for executive and senior-level roles, including sourcing, interviewing, and candidate selection.

• Coordinate interview scheduling, gather feedback, and ensure timely communication with candidates and stakeholders.

• Support with compensation negotiations and offer management.

Consultative Approach and Stakeholder Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and hiring managers, offering insights on market trends, candidate profiles, and innovative sourcing strategies.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to align recruitment activities with KONE's business goals.

• Coach and guide hiring managers on best practices for recruitment and candidate engagement, ensuring alignment with organizational values.

Market Research and Candidate Sourcing

• Use innovative sourcing strategies and tools to identify top-tier talent for executive roles.

• Conduct market mapping and build talent pipelines aligned with KONE's diverse business needs.

• Utilize data analytics and external market intelligence to shape and optimize recruitment strategies.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

• Drive D&I initiatives throughout the recruitment process to support KONE's organizational goals.

• Develop strategies to attract and hire diverse talent at the executive level.

About You

We are looking for a driven and dynamic professional with:

• 5+ years of experience in executive search or senior-level recruitment.

• Proven track record of managing full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, and candidate assessment.

• Expertise in market research, talent mapping, and creating sourcing strategies.

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with a consultative approach to partnering with senior leaders.

• Knowledge of international recruitment markets and experience delivering on D&I goals.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency in leveraging data and technology for recruitment decision-making.

Why Join KONE?

• Be part of a global leader in urban mobility solutions, shaping smarter and more sustainable living environments across cities, transportation hubs, and other key spaces.

• Contribute to KONE's bold "Rise to Lead" strategy, fostering leadership that drives innovation, diversity, and future-ready solutions.

• Collaborate with a diverse, high-performing team committed to making a meaningful impact on the world.

• Access unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and global exposure within a forward-thinking organization.

Closing date for applications is 22nd January 2025.

Keskitymme KONEella luomaan innovatiivista ja yhteistyöhön perustuvaa työskentelykulttuuria, jossa jokaisen panosta arvostetaan. Työntekijöiden sitoutuminen on meille avainasemassa, ja rohkaisemme jokaista osallistumaan ja jakamaan tietoa ja ideoita. Yritysvastuu on oleellinen osa yrityskulttuuriamme ja päivittäisiä toimiamme. Noudatamme eettisiä liiketoimintamenettelyitä ja pyrimme kehittämään yhdessä tekemisen kulttuuria, jossa työntekijät luottavat toisiinsa ja kunnioittavat toisiaan ja jossa hyvät suoritukset huomioidaan. Erinomaisena työpaikkana olemme ylpeitä voidessamme tarjota erilaisia kokemuksia ja mahdollisuuksia, joiden avulla saavutat ura- ja henkilökohtaiset tavoitteesi ja voit elää terveellisesti ja tasapainoisesti.

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