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University Talent Acquisition Manager

UHY
Full-time
On-site
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States

JOB SUMMARY

As the University Talent Acquisition Manager, you will be instrumental in identifying and attracting top-tier accounting and finance talent from colleges and universities. You will help lead and drive the development and execution of our university recruitment strategy, build and nurture relationships with educational institutions, and ensure a seamless candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. Your role will be pivotal in shaping the future of our organization by bringing in fresh talent and fostering a strong employer brand at the universities.

JOB DESCRIPTION

University Talent Acquisition Strategy:

  • Develop a comprehensive university recruitment strategy aligned with the firm's talent needs and growth objectives

  • Collaborate with leadership to identify target schools, programs, and geographic regions for recruitment efforts

  • Stay informed about industry trends, changes in accounting education, and emerging talent

University Relationships:

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with university career centers, accounting faculty, student organizations, and university influencers

  • Represent the firm at career fairs, information sessions, workshops, and other relevant events

Candidate Sourcing and Selection:

  • Partner with hiring managers to understand their staffing requirements and expectations for entry-level hires

  • Develop innovative sourcing strategies to identify top accounting and finance candidates

  • Conduct interviews, assessments, and evaluations to determine candidates' fit for the firm

Candidate Experience:

  • Ensure a positive and memorable candidate experience by providing clear communication, prompt feedback, and personalized interactions

  • Serve as the main point of contact for candidates, addressing their questions and concerns throughout the recruitment process

Employer Branding:

  • Collaborate with marketing and communication teams to enhance the firm's employer brand at the universities

  • Develop and implement engaging employer branding initiatives, including social media campaigns, webinars, and networking events

Onboarding and Integration:

  • Partner with HR and department heads to design effective onboarding programs for new university hires

  • Monitor the integration and progress of hires, facilitating a smooth transition into the firm

Data Analysis and Reporting:

  • Collect and analyze recruitment data to measure the effectiveness of university recruitment strategies

  • Prepare regular reports on key recruitment metrics, trends, and insight

Supervisory responsibilities

  • Lead, train, and mentor a team of university talent acquisition specialists, coordinators, or interns, fostering their growth and development

Work environment

  • Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions

Physical demands

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time

  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time

Travel required

  • Frequent travel to university locations and events with some overnight stays is expected

Required education and experience

  • Bachelorโ€™s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field

  • 5+ years of experience in university recruitment, talent acquisition, or related roles

  • Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment software

Preferred education and experience

  • Experience in professional service environment, such as a CPA firm, financial consulting firm, or similar setting

  • Advanced user of Excel and other Microsoft office products

  • Basic understanding of university specific talent acquisition software tools

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WHO WE ARE

UHY is one of the nationโ€™s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. We are trailblazers who bring our experience from working within numerous industries to our clients so that we can provide them with a 360-degree view of their businesses. Together with our clients, UHY works collaboratively to develop flexible, innovative solutions that meet our clientsโ€™ business challenges. As an independent member of UHY International, we are proud to be a part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms.

WHAT WE OFFER

POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

ATTRACTIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGES

Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.