IT Talent Acquisition Partner (Temporary Contract)

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals with over 145 years of service excellence.

We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Partner to join our Global Talent Acquisition team for a 12-month temporary contract. You’ll support global recruitment efforts with a focus on IT hiring in partnership with the Senior Talent Acquisition Partner and bring flexibility to also assist in other strategic business areas across SGS if required..

This role is ideal for a professional recruiter who is confident managing the entire hiring cycle, from sourcing to offer, enjoys building strong stakeholder relationships, and thrives in a fast-moving, multinational environment.

You’ll gain exceptional exposure across the SGS business and its stakeholders, and play a hands-on role in sourcing, assessing and hiring talent that will support our growth plans through Strategy 2027 and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end recruitment for IT and corporate roles: from intake to sourcing, interviews, offer, and onboarding.
• Collaborate closely with the Senior TA Partner, hiring managers, and HRBPs to define hiring needs and tailor recruitment strategies.
• Source globally using LinkedIn Recruiter and advanced search techniques (Boolean, X-ray, networking).
• Provide flexibility to support hiring across other SGS business lines, depending on priorities.
• Ensure a professional and smooth experience for all candidates and stakeholders.
• Work autonomously while keeping strong communication and alignment with the team.

• ​​​​​​Years of experience in recruitment (in-house, RPO, or agency), ideally with a focus on international IT or technical roles.
• Strong sourcing skills and proven ability to deliver full-cycle hiring across different geographies. You’re not afraid to chase outcomes, challenge the status quo, and drive hiring success.
• Professional, mature, and structured. You are detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to high-quality delivery.
• Excellent communicator who can adjust tone and approach based on stakeholder seniority and culture.
• Comfortable working with autonomy while collaborating closely with the broader TA and HR teams.
• Able to adapt to shifting priorities and support hiring across different business areas as needed.
• Fluency in English is essential. Other languages are a lus, but English is the working language.
• You have a commercial mindset and a sharp understanding of how recruitment supports business growth. You're a go-getter who takes ownership and gets things done.
• Curious and open-minded, keen to learn more about SGS’s diverse business lines and the industries we serve.

Why SGS?

• Join a globally recognized and stable company, a leader in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry.
• Enjoy a flexible schedule and remote work model.
• Access continuous learning opportunities through SGS University and Campus.
• Collaborate in a multinational environment with colleagues from various continents.
• Benefit from a comprehensive benefits platform.

Apply Now:

This is a great opportunity to step into a global, business-facing TA role where you’ll partner with senior stakeholders, lead diverse hiring projects, and gain exposure to the inner workings of a world-leading testing, inspection, and certification company.

We’re looking for someone who’s hands-on, data driven, adaptable, and accountable – a true team player who also takes initiative and delivers results independently.