Job Description

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The Royal Caribbean Group's (Talent Acquisition) Team has an exciting career opportunity for a full time Senior Marine Industry Recruiter reporting to the Director of Talent Acquisition

Position is onsite and based in Weybridge UK

Position Summary:

The Senior Marine Industry Recruiter (Senior Recruiter) is a strategic talent acquisition professional responsible for driving end-to-end recruitment processes for shipboard Marine positions including specialized hard-to-fill and leadership roles This position plays a critical role in identifying attracting and hiring the best global talent to support marine operations ensuring alignment with company standards and operational excellence The Senior Recruiter provides expertise on global labor markets pipeline optimization and sourcing strategies while partnering closely with leadership to meet shipboard staffing needs effectively and sustainably

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic Recruitment Leadership:

Own and drive the full-cycle recruitment process for assigned shipboard roles including senior-level technicaland niche positions
Collaborate with hiring managers HRBPs and operational leaders to determine position requirementsensuring clarity on competencies and qualifications
Deliver data-driven insights to leadership advising on global labor market conditions talent pipeline healthand sourcing campaign effectiveness Develop and execute proactive talent strategies to support current and future operational needs

Talent Sourcing & Identification:

Lead sourcing initiatives using multiple channels including passive candidate strategies Boolean searches professional networks talent mappingand direct outreach Build and maintain strategic talent pipelines for specialized marine roles and continuously engage with top talent in the industry
Optimize sourcing campaigns for high-volume hiring difficult-to-fill rolesand specialized marine certifications

Candidate Screening & Selection:

Conduct competency-based interviews and in-depth assessments to ensure candidate suitability for shipboard roles
Present a shortlist of highly qualified candidates to hiring leaders emphasizing technical competencies leadership potentialand shipboard readiness Assess cultural alignment and candidate adaptability to the shipboard environment
Make hiring recommendations and when authorizedextend offers for entry-level roles

Stakeholder Collaboration & Management:

Serve as a trusted talent advisor to hiring leaders providing ongoing consultation on talent market trends selection strategiesand recruitment timelines Facilitate regular calibration meetings with hiring managers to review selection criteria and adjust recruitment strategies as needed
Manage recruitment process milestonesescalating challenges proactively while maintaining hiring momentum

Strategic Recruitment & Process Optimization:

Master complex job requirements to identify attract and secure top-tier talent across all areas within Marine including deck and engine officers technical specialists skilled trade professionals and other shipboard roles that require rigorous licensing and certifications such as STCW SOLASand MLC
Operate in a dynamic high-volume recruitment environment managing 200-400 hires per monthwith each recruiter responsible for a book of business ranging from 20-60 hires
Provide strategic insights into talent market trends collaborate in the creation and refinement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)and contribute to the development of processes and reports that measure productivity and effectiveness
Work closely with hiring managers HR and operational leaders to ensure seamless crew deployment while continuously improving efficiency and compliance in a fast-paceddeadline-driven setting

Operational Excellence & Compliance:

Ensure all recruitment activities align with international maritime labor regulationsincluding MLC and SQM policies
Maintain thorough documentation of recruitment activitiesadhering to company policies and data protection regulations
Regularly review and refine interview frameworks candidate assessmentsand evaluation tools for continued relevance and effectiveness

Employer Branding & Candidate Experience:

Champion a world-class candidate experienceproviding timely updates and feedback throughout the recruitment process
Serve as an ambassador for the brand articulating the company's values career growth opportunitiesand shipboard culture effectively
Participate in recruitment events trade showsand global hiring initiatives to strengthen the company's visibility and employer brand

Continuous Improvement & Talent Analytics:

Utilize recruitment data reports and dashboards to monitor hiring metrics process efficiencyand candidate pipeline health
Recommend and implement improvements to recruitment processes technology adoptionand global talent strategies Conduct recruiter training sessions and workshops to ensure alignment with best practices and talent acquisition excellence

Key Competencies:

Results-Driven: Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed hiring targets while maintaining quality standards Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills for developing long-term partnerships with both candidates and stakeholders
Adaptability: Ability to navigate complex recruitment challenges in a fast-pacedmulticultural environment
Collaboration: Works effectively in global and cross-functional teamssharing knowledge and best practices

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in human resources and/or business administration from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent preferred
Minimum 5 years relevant recruitment experiencewithin the marine or cruise industries preferred
Knowledge of Marine positions career progressionthe training certifications and licenses required for each level and per position preferred Knowledge of SQM policy and MLC legislation highly recommended Knowledge of general cruise ship operations preferred Demonstrated capability to recruit positions in various levels of the organization (entry to management level) required
Proven ability to conduct competency-based interviewingStrong interviewing skills; ability to understand and further the organization's business objectives and employee performance objectives
Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions Ability to solve complex problems with a variety of variablesAbility to analyze large datasets and report relevant findings
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; experience and ability to discuss with and influence leadership teams as well as to collaborate with and influence various clients stakeholdersand related teams Ability to handle multiple projects and requisitions simultaneously Strong project management and time management skills required Ability to productively work under tight time constraints with competing priorities and potentially stressful situations Ability to deal appropriately with confidential information Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to communicate tactfully verbally and in writing to gather and relay information in a multinational environment consisting of department heads managersand coworkers Working knowledge of accepted human resources recruitment practices; ability to acquire knowledge of recruitment processes in various countries Exceptional attention to detail required
Knowledge of world geography time differencesand demographics Knowledge of accepted human resource practices and all applicable laws governing employment and fair treatment of employees
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (ie Excel Word and PowerPoint)Must have intermediate Excel skills to include building basic formulas and knowledge of functions with the ability to analyze datasets and report relevant findings and present data
Proficiency with ATSCRMs preferred and Smartsheets a plus
Fluency to read write and speak in English in order to understand and interpret written procedures This includes the ability to give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms and to effectively present information and respond to questions from management co-workersand shipboard employees

We know there's a lot to consider

As you go through the application process our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance and more relevant details to answer any additional questions Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group We'll hope to see you onboard soon!





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