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Position Overview: The Talent Acquisition & Early Careers Specialist at NRG Energy plays a pivotal role in managing full-cycle recruitment for a diverse portfolio of requisitions while also spearheading early careers programs to attract, develop, and retain emerging talent. This dynamic position requires strategic thinking, relationship-building skills, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with HR and hiring managers to develop and execute recruitment strategies to attract top talent, leveraging various channels such as campus recruitment, job fairs, social media, and employee referrals.
• Develop working relationships with clients and partner with hiring managers, interview teams, and Talent Business Partners to assess needs, identify key talent, and screen candidates against accurate criteria.
• Design and execute innovative recruiting strategies to attract diverse talent, including sourcing high-quality candidates and conducting screening interviews.
• Provide a world-class candidate experience by connecting with candidates throughout the recruitment process and ensuring alignment with company values.
• Collaborate with the Onboarding team to facilitate a smooth transition for new hires from acceptance to their first day on the job.
• Design, implement, and manage early careers programs, including internships and rotational programs to attract and develop emerging talent.
• Partner with HR and department leaders to facilitate internal mobility opportunities, including job rotations, transfers, and promotions, to support career growth and development for existing employees.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with colleges and universities to establish pipelines of qualified candidates for internships, entry-level positions, and development programs.
• Champion diversity and inclusion efforts by identifying opportunities to enhance representation and foster an inclusive culture within the early careers' programs and talent acquisition processes.
• Actively participate in staffing-related projects and cross-functional initiatives across the organization.
• Foster relationships with colleges and professional organizations to attract and recruit alumni and diverse candidates.

Requirements:

• High school diploma and 3+ years of experience in talent acquisition, or university relations in an organization where hiring interns was a priority.

OR

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience in talent acquisition, or university relations in an organization where hiring interns was a priority.
• Experience working with an ATS.
• Strong understanding of talent acquisition principles and best practices, with experience in campus recruitment and university partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and collaborate across functions and levels within an organization.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage and connect with diverse audiences.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights and recommendations.
• Proven project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace culture and promoting diversity in talent acquisition practices.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience providing a client group recruiting support.
• Experience supporting early careers programs.

Working Conditions:

• Open office environment
• Hybrid schedule - 3 days per week in office

Culture: At NRG Energy, we embody our Power values:

• Safety & Well-being
• Customer-Focus
• Collaboration
• Accountability
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

EEO is the Law Poster (The poster can be found at http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf)

Official description on file with Talent.