Talent Acquisition Operations Specialist

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The Pokémon Company International manages the Pokémon property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management licensing and marketing the Pokémon Trading Card Game the animated TV series home entertainment and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular childrens entertainment properties in the world.

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Talent Acquisition Operations Specialist

Job Summary

TheTalent Acquisition Operations Specialistindependentlymanagesanddeliversa dynamic portfolio of multi-yearoperationalprogramsservicesprojects and process improvement initiativesthat directly drive business outcomes.

The focus of this position is to ensure the effectiveness optimization and enhancement of operational infrastructure that directly enables the Talent Acquisition Teams recruitment service delivery capabilities to provide quality and value to the business. This includes:

• Drivingoperational excellence byenablingseamless business continuity

• Concurrentlyfacilitatingongoing process improvement

• Managinginnovation and change management to support evolving business needs

TheTalent Acquisition Operations Specialistserves asprogram/project ownersubject matter expert internal advisorandresourceto stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

• FLSA Classification (US Only):Exempt

• People Manager:No

• Hybrid Work Environment:This position follows TPCis Hybrid Work policy currently requiring the employee to work at their assigned office fortheminimum of three in-person days per week. This in-personcomponentis an essential function of the job

Whatyoulldo

Program Management

• Manage a dynamic range of Talent Acquisition Operations program functions including but not limited to:applicant tracking system (ATS) workflowsvendor integrationsbackground check workflows recruitment marketing and eventsonboardingrecruiting operations toolsPM toolsandSOPs.
• Drive end-to-end program and project lifecycleprocessesincluding:discovery process design testing implementationongoingmaintenance process alignment and operationalization change management optimization and enhancements.
• Guide stakeholdersbyresponding to inquiries and escalations providinghigh-quality communication andpartnering with process ownersto drive resolution.

OperationalExcellence

• Develop and implement standard reports communication processes andpresentationsto keep stakeholders advised and informed on program health insights and decision points.
• Establish andmonitoroperational metrics and adoption measures to assess program effectiveness andidentifyopportunities.
• Evaluate and implement technologies tools and methodologies thatelevateoperationaleffectiveness scalability and user experience.
• Manage vendor partner relationships vendor performance information systems functionality billing budgets and ROI to ensure maximum value of program investments.

BusinessProcessOptimization&ContinuousProcessImprovement

• Proactively analyze operational processes and evolving business needsconduct business processmappinganddevelopdecision support tools clearly articulate operational implications provide recommendations and implementeffectivesolutions.
• Use systems thinking and process improvement methodologies to continuously identify opportunities and implement sustainable operational improvements.
• Regularlymonitorrelevant external market trends and best practicesandapply insights tofuture-state planning.
• Apply human-centered design principles to the design and development of quality employee experiences.

Whatyoullbring

• 6 years offull-cycleTalent Acquisition Operations/Recruiting OperationsexperienceANDprogram/project managementexperiencewithin an HR function.
• Bachelors degree in a relevant field of study or equivalent years of work experience.
• Strong foundational knowledge of HR operational business processes and direct experienceowningHRIS and/or ATSfunctions including reporting and workflow management.
• Demonstrated experience leading complexmulti-yearcross-functional initiatives managing competing priorities and delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.
• Direct experience with business process analysis process mapping process improvement and operational problem-solving.
• Strong analytical organizational and administrative skills including experience developing documentation communications presentations and training resources with a demonstrated ability to quickly learn new systems processes and technologies.
• Proven ability to build relationships influence stakeholders and collaborate effectively across complex matrixed organizations and cross-functional teamssuch as Finance Legal IT/information systems Facilities Security and Events.
• Exceptional communication critical thinkingjudgment and problem-solving skills including the ability to synthesize complex information navigate ambiguity and drive clarity.
• Meticulous attention to detail anddemonstratedability toproduce andquality-control work productsacross Talent Acquisition Operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion sound judgment and professionalism.
• Highly effective vendor management skillsandexperience managing budgets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Greenhouse ATSand/or Workday
• Experience applying change management methodologies and best practices.
• PHR SPHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP or equivalent HR certification.
• Experiencewithdataanalysismethodologiesandbestpracticesreportdesignand development ofdecision support tools.
• Exposure to human-centered design systems thinking continuous improvement methodologies or product management principles.

Base Salary Range: For this role new hires generally start between $95000.00 - $172000.00 per year. The full range is $95000.00 - $127000.00per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidates qualifications and professional experience uniquely.

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How youll be successful

• Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand the impact it has on our people culture business fans and communities and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
• Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new develop innovative ideas solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.
• Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy listening to others seeking out different perspectives and taking personal responsibility for decisions actions and results.
• Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards looks for new ways to learn and improve and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve.
• Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships adopting a team first mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.
• Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders making them feel heard and important and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.

What to expect

• An innovative culture driven by impact delivering meaningful outcomes.
• Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
• Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
• Generous paid family leave.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
• US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
• UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Commuter benefit.
• LinkedIn learning.
• Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
• Hybrid work environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom candidates will need the right to some cases and for some roles the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application in appropriate and suitable cases.

The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application pre-employment testing or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact the Talent Acquisition team at .