Talent Acquisition Specialist

Position Summary 
TDI — strategic advisory and risk intelligence firm — is looking to hire a motivated Talent Acquisition Specialist (TA) in our Washington, DC office.  The TA will identify, recruit, screen, and present qualified candidates for diverse roles – primarily for the technology and compliance teams. This position will be responsible for managing our talent pipeline, from identifying candidates to onboarding, as well as preparing for future vacancies. The successful candidate will have significant prior recruitment and talent acquisition experience and work well in a high-volume, team-oriented environment.

Following a successful probationary period of 90 days, the position will adopt a hybrid model, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and roles to be filled; review job descriptions for vacancies.
• Assist with the development and revision of specifications and job descriptions for selected positions.
• Prepare report on a monthly basis for key talent acquisition metrics.
• Identifying the most effective methods for recruiting and attracting candidates for entry, mid, and senior level positions.
• Drafts recruitment advertisements; posts and/or places ads in the most effective digital media.
• Identify appropriate candidates and assesses their qualifications through review of their resumes, interviews, and other forms of communications.
• Track and maintain contact with candidates to keep them informed of the status of their applications via the Application Tracking System (ATS)
• Vet potential employees’ credentials.
• Administrate all paperwork regarding the hiring of a new employee.
• Provide advice to hiring managers regarding salary negotiations with final candidates.
• Facilitate contacts by creating and maintaining a presence in the compliance and technical industry community and marketplace.
• Attend college and job fairs and industry conferences.
• Stay updated and well researched with talent acquisition trends.
• Process and store sensitive information, including PII, in accordance with Information Management System policies. Promptly report potential security incidents to the Information Technology team.
• Process and store sensitive information, including PII, in accordance with Information Management System policies. Promptly report potential security incidents to the Information Technology team.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform well in a high-volume work environment.
• Knowledge of using Microsoft Office applications.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification is a plus.

Required Experience

• 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Experienced with full-cycle recruitment.
• Strategic mindset for sourcing and engaging talent.
• Possesses an understanding of HR fundamentals.
• Prior experience with an ATS (BambooHR is a plus).

Key TDI Values for this Role

• Teamwork: You seek opportunities to assist colleagues and foster communication. You treat all members of the TDI team with respect and strive to support each other. You rally to help out team members to get quality work done on time and to client expectations. 
• Client Focus: You are always available and responsive. You urgently address our clients’ needs. You take the approach of “first, do no harm” and take seriously our rule of not accruing risk to clients. You work tirelessly to build long-term, trusting relationships with our clients that place their needs and interests at the forefront. 
• Creativity: You are thoughtful and innovative in providing solutions and alternatives for resolving problems. You live by the rule of Tertium Datur – there is always a third way, a resolution to any dilemma.

Please note interviews will be conducted virtually and in-person.

About TDI

TDI is a strategic advisory and risk intelligence firm that helps multinational organizations more effectively manage commercial, regulatory, and reputational risk. TDI delivers a decisive information advantage to our clients through advisory services, due diligence and investigations, and analytics. Founded in 1999, TDI’s unique blend of commercial, intelligence, and technology experience allows us to understand and evaluate people, assets, and transactions within their broader political and commercial context.

Global Insight. Actionable Intelligence.

TDI is committed to equal opportunity employment. Applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, age, disability or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.