Talent Acquisition Specialist

About us

ORS is a prominent Irish multidisciplinary building consultancy firm with 30 years' industry experience. Our mission is to design and build a better world by delivering sustainable solutions for our clients and creating a supportive workplace for our people.

ORS has been a certified Best Place to Work by Great Place to Work since 2018. We placed in the top 3 companies in our category at the 2025 Great Place to Work Awards. This acknowledgment reflects our unwavering commitment to cultivating a supportive work environment that nurtures and empowers our employees. In addition to this, we were also honoured to receive the "Best Hybrid Way of Working" award in 2022.This recognition reflects our dedication to creating a flexible work culture that accommodates remote and in-person work arrangements while maintaining high productivity and engagement. 

When it comes to attracting and retaining talent, we understand that a continued commitment to employee development and happiness is paramount. We provide our people with the necessary tools and experience they need to be successful. Our team is growing, and we are looking for talented and passionate people who are committed to client success and have a never-ending desire to deliver results.

About the role

We are seeking an ambitious Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing People team. You will be supporting the team in the below dynamics:

Talent Acquisition (Primary Focus)

• Support the end-to-end recruitment process for graduate, junior, and mid-level roles across engineering and support functions.
• Post and manage job advertisements on job boards, LinkedIn, and the company careers page.
• Screen CVs and assist with initial candidate outreach and scheduling interviews.
• Coordinate with hiring managers to understand recruitment needs and timelines.
• Maintain and update the applicant tracking system (ATS) and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Help manage relationships with recruitment agencies and external partners as needed.

Onboarding Support

• Assist in the coordination of the onboarding process for new hires, including documentation, pre-employment checks, and IT/equipment setup coordination.
• Ensure a smooth and engaging onboarding experience for new employees.
• Support the delivery of induction programmes and provide day-one HR support for new starters.
• Liaise with internal departments (IT, Finance, Line Managers) to ensure readiness for each new joiner.

About you

You’re an enthusiastic and organised early-career professional with a genuine interest in recruitment and people operations. Whether you’re a recent graduate or have up to two years of experience in HR or recruitment, you're ready to take the next step and grow within a dynamic, supportive environment.

You thrive in a fast-paced setting, enjoy connecting with people, and are confident communicating with candidates and internal stakeholders alike. You have an eye for detail, strong organisational skills, and a proactive approach to your work.

You’re eager to learn, comfortable with juggling multiple tasks, and excited by the opportunity to support both recruitment and onboarding activities within a company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

A background or interest in the engineering or consultancy sector is a bonus, but not essential—what matters most is your willingness to learn and your drive to contribute to a growing team.

Skills & experience

• Bachelor's degree in Recruitment, Business, Human Resources or a related field.

• 1-3 years of experience in recruitment, with a proven track record of LinkedIn usage.

• Proficiency in ATS management

• Strong analytical skills, with experience using tools LinkedIn, BambooHR etc.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create engaging content tailored to various platforms.

• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

• A proactive and creative mindset, with the ability to contribute new ideas and adapt to changing market conditions.

What's in it for you?

​Aside from our people, culture and mission, there are a variety of additional benefits that help make ORS a great place to work: 

- Remote working model

- Engineers Ireland CPD Accredited employer

- Certified Best Place to Work Ireland (2019-2025)

- Attractive rewards framework including a bi-annual bonus, pension contribution, and additional annual leave

- Competitive market salary

- Winner of "best hybrid way of working" and Great Places to Work Ireland Award 2024

- Flexible working

- Professional memberships

- Weekly events (CPD's, virtual events, social events, workshops, guest speakers, and fun team activities)

- High-impact working environment with a flat ORG structure

​ORS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture. We foster a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects and supports their individual strengths, views and experiences.