John Keells Group
Job description
Senior Executive – Talent Acquisition
Union Assurance is a leading corporate and one of the fastest growing entities in the Life Insurance industry backed by the strength and stability of John Keells Holdings PLC, one of Sri Lanka’s largest conglomerates. For the 9th consecutive year, the company has received the GPTW certification as a ‘Best Employer Brand,’ and in 2020 was awarded the ‘Global Employer Brand’ by the World HRD Congress.
The Job Role:
The person will be responsible to fulfil the hiring requirements for the Bancassurance business by identifying and sourcing candidatures that fit the need of the business.
Principle Accountabilities:
• Execute hiring for Bancassurance based on annual talent acquisition strategy for Union Assurance
• Provide inputs for the development of the recruitment strategy and framework for the organization, including recruitment process, sources, assessment tools and screening criteria
• Coordinate with Bancassurance stakeholders and support recruitment activities
• Source applicants through online channels, such as LinkedIn and other professional networks
• Compile lists of most-suitable candidates by assessing their CVs, portfolios, and references
• Execute employer branding strategies, execute employer value proposition strategy
• Participate in negotiation of employment contracts of new hires
• Develop and maintain relationships with external recruiting agencies, vendors and build relationships with prestigious institutions and participate in hiring processes
• Prepare and provide report to hiring managers on a timely basis regarding status relating to all vacancies
• Collaborate with respective managers and seek feedback from hiring manager to determine the effectiveness of recruiting plans and implementation, establish rapport and gauge morale
• Handle other recruitments as per the task assigned by the management
Qualifications and Experience
• A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University in Business Administration/Human Resources or equivalent discipline;
• Full/ Part qualification in recognized professional institute will be an added advantage
• Minimum 3+ years of expereince in the relevant capacity.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and networking skills.
• Strong adaptability, work under pressure and capacity to work in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
The selected candidate for the above position will be entitled to an attractive remuneration package. Applicants who are interested are encouraged to apply on or before 07th October 2024.