Lead Staffing Specialist

Role Overview

We are looking for a Lead Staffing Specialist who will oversee complete staffing operations for designated portfolios or partner with senior staffing staff on particular accounts. This position acts as the central liaison for communications and coordination across delivery teams, talent acquisition, and global staffing units.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive staffing functions for assigned portfolio including demand validation, adding proposals, outlining next steps, interview scheduling, assignments, and coordinating ramp-down processes.
• Serve as the primary staffing contact for stakeholders from various teams such as Delivery, Practices, Talent Acquisition, and Global Staffing.
• Maintain ongoing engagement with delivery leadership to keep current on demand and headcount fluctuations.
• Provide stakeholders with prompt updates and clearly communicate forthcoming steps.
• Ensure the accuracy and upkeep of internal staffing databases with daily status verifications.
• Track and report on staffing performance metrics (Key Performance Indicators).

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of eight years of hands-on experience in core staffing activities.
• Strong verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Proficient in using staffing tools and following staffing protocols.
• Understanding of IT roles, skills, and responsibilities.
• Experience managing challenging negotiations and conflict escalations.
• Responsive, resourceful, and able to think critically under pressure with a sense of urgency while maintaining a diplomatic attitude.