Merlin Entertainments · 14 hours ago
Talent Acquisition Specialist (6 Month Temporary Contract)
US-FL-Orlando
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
$26.50/hr - $26.50/hr
3+ years expMerlin Entertainments is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist specializing in high-volume recruitment. The role involves overseeing the hiring process for various hourly, seasonal, and entry-level roles, while collaborating with hiring managers and HR teams to develop effective recruitment strategies.
Digital EntertainmentLeisureMedia and EntertainmentTourism
Responsibilities
Partner with the organization to fully understand the staffing needs for high-volume roles across various areas of the park (e.g., attractions, food and beverage, retail, guest experience, etc.)
Lead the creation and execution of targeted sourcing strategies using a mix of job boards, social media platforms, job fairs, community outreach, and partnerships with local organizations to build a robust pipeline of hourly and seasonal candidates
Screen, interview, and assess a high volume of candidates in a fast-paced environment, ensuring the best candidates are matched with the appropriate roles
Conduct group interviews, virtual assessments, and text/video campaigns to engage and attract top talent in a highly competitive market
Maintain regular communication with candidates to ensure a positive experience, addressing any questions or concerns throughout the process
Use the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and other recruitment tools to track candidate progress and maintain up-to-date records
Develop and maintain a talent pool of candidates for ongoing and future hiring needs, ensuring continuous candidate engagement and relationship-building
Collaborate with HR teams to ensure a seamless onboarding process for new hires, ensuring they are fully prepared to begin their roles on time
Monitor recruitment metrics, adjust strategies as necessary, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in meeting hiring targets
Collaborate with other team members to identify and implement process improvements aimed at enhancing efficiency and reducing time-to-hire
Support broader People HUB teams as needed including HR Operations, Compensation, and Employee Relations projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
3+ years of experience in high-volume recruitment, with proven ability to source talent from various channels
Strong understanding of the full recruitment lifecycle, particularly for hourly and seasonal roles
Proven ability to manage large candidate pipelines while maintaining a high level of candidate engagement
Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and job boards such as Indeed, LinkedIn, or local community job platforms
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage and motivate candidates through various channels, including phone, email, and text
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Ability to work collaboratively across teams, demonstrating flexibility and a solution-oriented approach
A strong sense of urgency and attention to detail, ensuring all roles are filled in a timely manner to support operations
A passion for recruitment, talent development, and fostering a positive candidate experience
Company
Merlin Entertainments
Merlin Entertainments is the largest European entertainments company operating in Europe. It is a sub-organization of Blackstone Group.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
CVC Capital Partners
2019-06-28Acquired
2013-11-13IPO
2010-06-24Private Equity
Leadership Team
Fiona Eastwood
Chief Executive Officer
Graeme Johnson
Global VP, People & Culture
Recent News
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2025-11-27
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