Talent Acquisition Specialist [18 months]

Vacancy Number: 28138

Category: Human Resources

Job Type: Full-time

**Position description**

We are looking to recruit a Talent Acquisition Specialist responsible for identifying, attracting and securing top talent to support the organisation’s growth and strategic objectives. The successful candidate will lead full cycle recruitment processes, partner closely with hiring managers, and develop effective sourcing strategies to build strong talent pipelines.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Conduct the end-to-end recruitment process for all internal and external vacancies within a designated business unit(s), ensuring timely turnaround times and a positive candidate and hiring manager experience
• Source and attract high-quality candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, networking events, and direct sourcing
• Work closely with HR Business Partners, the wider recruitment team and the business to build strong relationships and to deliver a seamless recruitment service
• Coordinate with hiring managers to understand resourcing requirements and ensure alignment throughout the recruitment process
• Compile regular Talent Acquisition status reports for the business
• Provide input as required to Talent Acquisition projects and initiatives
• Acquire and apply knowledge of ESB business and its HR processes, policies and procedures
• Engage in networking activities to develop and build strong business relations in the industry
• Keep updated with market trends affecting recruitment and current employment legislation and policies

**Experience and Qualifications**

**Essential**

• An appropriate third level qualification in HR or equivalent work experience is essential
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a fast-paced recruitment environment
• Full life cycle recruitment experience is essential
• Knowledge of HR Practice, Policies and Procedures and Employment Legislation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to build and develop key relationships with managers and other stakeholders
• Excellent planning and organisation skills with experience of working to tight deadlines

**Desirable**

• Knowledge and experience of using psychometric testing in recruitment
• Expertise in utilising social media platforms, such as LinkedIn, for recruitment purposes
• Experience in dealing with Work Permit processes and international recruitment
• Membership of CIPD

**Location**

This position will be based in 27 Fitzwilliam Street Lower, Dublin 2.

*Smart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in-person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration at least* ***two*** *days per week. All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business.*

**Reporting To**

Talent Acquisition Team Lead

**Why Work with Us?**

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
• Career development through mentoring and training
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Generous Pension
• Access to staff well-being programmes
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Strong values-based and inclusive culture
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

**Salary**

€49,800 - €58,600 per annum (depending on experience)

**Closing Date**

20th March 2026

*Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.*

**Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement**

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.

**About ESB**

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.