HR/Recruiting Support- Temp

PPD is a leading global contract research organization providing comprehensive, integrated drug development, laboratory and lifecycle management services. Our clients and partners include pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, academic and government organizations.

Sources, recruits, and refers best-qualified candidates for high volume vacant positions in an efficient and fiscally responsible manner. Develops an understanding of industry trends. Develops an extensive network of candidate sources. Supports and facilitates the entire recruiting function working closely with HR colleagues to develop a knowledge of personnel policy and procedures as well as relevant laws regarding employment practices. Builds strong relationships with internal and external clients.

* Sources, recruits, screens resumes, and interviews internal/external candidates for vacant positions. * Manages niche job boards, career postings, internet employment resources, cold calling, networking, newspapers, and employee referrals. * Administers new hire procedures including checking references where applicable, developing a compensation package and extending offers to selected candidates. * Attends applicable job fairs, works with Corporate Communications and Marketing (when required) on all advertising, and looks for new and innovative ways to source candidates. * Maintains records of activity via the talent applicant system. Responsible for applicant tracking and shares responsibility for implementation of the AAP goals. * Coordinates with others in the Human Resources Department to assure consistency of practice and advice, efficient sharing of information, ideas, resources, and effective teamwork on projects. * May be responsible for assisting Recruiters, Sr Recruiters or Recruitment Manager in sourcing and support functions as necessary. * Adheres to company policies and procedures and legal requirements while providing frequent, high quality, value-added advice and counsel to business partners on recruiting and staffing issues.

**Education and Experience:** * Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification * Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0 to 2 years’) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience. **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:** * General knowledge of basic human resources law and theory. * Proficient in use of computer office software (database, spreadsheet, word processing). * Ability to search for candidates and data mine via the internet. * Knowledge of CRO industry with a general ability to assess candidates' fit within the industry. * Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. * Good analytical and project management skills. * Strong customer focus, with the ability to work with all levels of management. * Demonstrated ability to apply rational thought process, judgment, and a corporate perspective when focusing staffing and selections strategies on business issues. * Must be able to multi-task and pay close attention to detail. Pharmaceutical Product Development, LLC is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, disability or protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and/or local law.