Some opportunities happen only once in a lifetime - like a job where you have the chance to change lives. At Alexion, people living with rare and devastating diseases are our Guiding Star. We are driven to continuously innovate and create meaningful value in all we do to help patients and families fully live their best lives. We value the uniqueness and diversity of our employees and recognize that nurturing the diverse perspectives and strengths of our people translates into innovative breakthroughs for patients.

Position Summary

Working with the International HR teams and hiring managers the Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition will be responsible for the Talent Acquisition services to make sure Alexion hires the most talented people and enables the growth in the region.

Based in Mississauga, CA, the Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition will lead recruitment activities on assigned projects often business-critical and/ or leadership roles, will manage external recruitment agencies (when appropriate), and will also provide research, sourcing, and pre-qualification support as needed for other recruitment projects.

Principal Responsibilities

In working with the Director, TAq Lead, HR Managers, and Hiring Managers:

• Manage end-to-end the Sourcing and Selection process to hire the best talent through a diverse channel mix
• Conduct an intake meeting with the hiring manager providing guidance and advice on the appropriate TA strategy
• Directly initiate contact with both active and passive job candidates as assigned for specific searches utilizing appropriate sourcing methods
• Conduct pre-screening phone/ video calls and face to face interviews
• Make effective assessments of candidates’ skills/ experiences and appropriate interview/ hiring recommendations
• Manage the review, pre-qualification, and distribution of incoming resumes submitted via Alexion website and other sources
• Articulate Alexion’s value proposition and take all necessary steps to provide a positive candidate experience
• Train HR Manager and Hiring Managers on TA systems, interview techniques and other TA methodologies where appropriate
• Partners with HRBP`s and Hiring Managers on building pipelines for business-critical roles
• Works on international TA projects to enhance the services
  

The incumbent may be asked to perform other function-related activities in addition to the above-mentioned responsibilities as reasonably required by business needs.

Qualifications – Essential

• Minimum 5 years in an HR talent acquisition, HR Manager or Business Partner role
• Demonstration of a strong track record of providing in house sourcing, pipeline building and selection of talent at all levels of an international organization preferably with a regional scope
• Experience in pharmaceuticals/ biotechnology managing the end to end candidate selection process
• High quality handling and solving of customer queries and problems
• Character/ personality traits: self-starter, customer focus, drive for results, interpersonal savvy, strong negotiation skills, pro-active, learning agility
• Demonstrated ability to quickly assimilate new information and translate into actionable recruitment-related strategies and activities
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies, functions, and cultures/ geographies as a basis for developing sourcing strategies and talent acquisition plans
• Works effectively in both individual and team-based settings and projects
• Extensive experience of using direct sourcing channels like social networking sites
• Experience working with candidate/ recruitment management systems
• Formal interview/ selection training experience preferred.

Education

• Educated to Degree level (Degree in HR, Business or similar)
• Fluency in English, other language capabilities a plus

Alexion is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on serving patients and families affected by rare diseases and devastating conditions through the discovery, development and commercialization of life-changing medicines. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Alexion has offices around the globe and serves patients in more than 50 countries. Further information about Alexion can be found at: www.alexion.com.

Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact accommodations@Alexion.com. Alexion participates in E-Verify.

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