Talent Acquisition & Integration Specialist

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Talent Acquisition & Integration Specialist

VIVE Collision
Remote (Resident of NY, NJ, PA, ME, CT, RI, MA or NH)
$90,000 - $100,000 Annually
full-time

VIVE Collision offers infinite growth potential.

Don’t wait, apply today to join our elite team.

Do you always go the extra mile? Are you reliable? Are you looking for a collision repair company that values you? We believe that your success is our success. This is your opportunity to turbocharge your career!

We support our team with the latest tools and technology to ensure success. State-of-the-art collision repair equipment and tools, certifications, and training.

What’s in it for you?

  • Day one Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options for you and your family (this includes domestic partners)
  • $50,000 employer-paid life insurance policy
  • 401K plan with an employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program, includes confidential assistance in the following areas:
    • Counseling from relationships to stress and substance abuse
    • Work/Life benefits including personal, financial, and legal issues
    • Self-Help benefits
    • Peak performance coaching
    • Lifestyle saving benefits for wellness, shopping, travel
    • Personal development and training
  • Heath savings account to assist with medical bills
  • Paid time off to promote work-life balance – 8 paid holidays including Black Friday and your BIRTHDAY!
  • Growth opportunities within our company
  • Paid training including industry certifications, I-CAR & OEM

The specific pay rate/salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a number of factors including experience, education, specialized certifications from OEMs, and where the job is located.  The company reserves the right to adjust offers within the range at its discretion.

The Acquisition Talent and Integration Specialist leads the talent acquisition and integration efforts for new company acquisitions. This role is crucial in ensuring smooth transitions and maintaining high employee engagement during and after acquisitions.

Job Responsibilites

Talent Acquisition

  • Develop and implement strategic recruitment plans for potential and newly acquired companies.
  • Source, attract, and hire talent to be ready to fill or fill existing positions in acquired organizations.
  • Conduct comprehensive job profiling sessions with senior leadership, field leadership and hiring managers to identify target skill sets.
  • Manage the full-cycle recruitment process and communications with HR and leadership from initial candidate contact through offer negotiation.

 

Integration and Retention

  • Develop and execute initiatives to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention in newly acquired collision repair shops.
  • Informal/formal surveys and summaries at 30, 60 and 90 days.
  • Conducting stay interviews proactively assess flight risks.
  • If needed, conduct exit interviews.
  • Conducting extended onboarding for new team members – Employee Handbook, 401(k), Benefits, Offer components etc.
  • Liaison to HR and management about employee relations, work environment, overall engagement dynamics.
  • Working closely with the GM, OM and RD, provides ongoing support and mentoring for both new and existing employees. 

Strategic Planning

    • Partner with senior and field management to develop talent acquisition strategies and source talent that support business growth and integration needs
    • Analyze integration metrics and provide insights to improve hiring and retention strategies
    • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition and integration

 

Skills and Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field
  • Proven experience in talent acquisition for an hourly workforce, preferably in merger and acquisition contexts
  • Strong understanding of change management and employee integration processes
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and recruitment software
  • Knowledge of employment laws and regulations

Additional Qualifications

Conflict Resolution

  • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
  • Ability to mediate differences.

 

Adaptability

  • Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.
  • Openness to travel, as the role may require visiting multiple locations.

 

Change Management

  • Proven ability to lead and manage change initiatives.
  • Experience in developing and implementing integration strategies.

 

Communication

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.

 

Leadership

    • Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and guide teams through transitions.
    • Experience in mentoring and developing employees.