Candidate Experience Specialist - Siemens Mobility

Siemens Mobility provides efficient and integrated transportation of people and goods by rail and road – including rolling stock, rail automation, and rail electrification. We design and manufacture across the entire spectrum of rolling stock, including commuter and regional passenger trains, light rail and streetcars, metros, locomotives, passenger coaches, and high-speed trainsets. Cities and Railroads also rely on us to provide traction-power substations and electricity transmission, as well as signaling and control technology for freight and passenger rail and transit systems.

Position Overview:

At Siemens Mobility, we understand that providing an exceptional candidate experience is not just an option but a business imperative. Our Candidate Experience team plays a meaningful role in ensuring that each person considered for employment with Siemens is provided excellent interactions throughout the recruiting process.

As a Candidate Experience Specialist (CES), you are the key to delivering an excellent candidate experience for all talent. Through a strong partnership with your assigned recruiters, you'll work directly with candidates and hiring partners to provide detailed plans, communications, and logistical support during interview arrangements (phone, video, and in-person), background screening, and new hire pre-boarding/onboarding. Together with the Talent Acquisition Recruitment team, you will ensure interactions with candidates are efficient, recruitment services are expertly performed, information is accurate, and expectations of the hiring team are met throughout the recruiting and hiring process.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Coordinate detailed interview scheduling with the candidate, Hiring Manager, and interview panels with the utmost professionalism.
• Coordinate and support the pre-boarding and on-boarding processes by working closely with members of the TA recruiting team, HR Business Partners, Hiring Managers, and new hires. Keep in communication with EDM (Employee Data Management) team to ensure new hire data input is entered into the HRIS system promptly.
• Process and monitor background check requests. Ensure I-9 is completed on time.
• Interact with candidates, recruiters, HR, and Hiring Managers when necessary to assist and resolve questions/challenges they may have during the recruiting and on-boarding processes.
• Handle candidate data and process progression by updating the applicant tracking system (ATS). Provide first-level applicant tracking system support.
• Process employee referrals and travel expense reimbursement for external candidates.
• Partner with Global Mobility to process visa and green card requisitions. Process contractor conversions, candidate offers, and J1 International Interns
• Conduct New Hire Orientations weekly to ensure a positive people experience

To thrive in this role, you have:

• Associate Degree in a related field or equivalent experience and other education.
• 2+ years of work experience in recruitment, HR, or customer service. Internships and SHRM certification will also be considered.
• Previous Siemens experience
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment coupled with a sound sense of urgency and ability to prioritize.
• Organized with high-level attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-up while managing sensitive information. Solid time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills; knows when to raise issues.
• Comfortable working in a team environment but also able to operate independently.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• MS Office Suite proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

We’d be impressed if you had:

• Experience with ATS (applicant tracking system) management and background check process.
• Familiarity with I-9 documentation/E-Verify.
• Knowledge of Global Data Privacy Regulations (GDPR).
• SHRM/HRCI/AIRS Certification(s) preferred

Why you'll love working for Siemens!

• 11 paid holidays, 18 days of PTO
• 401K - 6% company match
• Freedom and healthy work-life balance– Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HSA/FSA, Commuter Benefits – starting Day 1!
• Solve the world's most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects.
• Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving, pioneering technological environment.
• Competitive total rewards package.
• Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them! Please take advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement program, Mentor Programs, and your development through online learning.
• Employee perks and discounts in addition to our 401k match and generous Paid Time Off

While we appreciate all applications, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Relocation support is not available for this position.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and will not require employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: . The base salary range for this position in Lexington, NC is $55,182 - $74,664. The salary may be higher or lower depending on the budget and the candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.