Sr. Recruiter, Marine

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The Royal Caribbean Group’s (Talent Acquisition) Team has an exciting career opportunity for a full time Senior Marine Industry Recruiter reporting to the Director of Talent Acquisition

**Position is onsite and based in Weybridge UK**

**Position Summary**:
The Senior Marine Industry Recruiter (Senior Recruiter) is a strategic talent acquisition professional responsible for driving end-to-end recruitment processes for shipboard Marine positions including specialized hard-to-fill and leadership roles This position plays a critical role in identifying attracting and hiring the best global talent to support marine operations ensuring alignment with company standards and operational excellence The Senior Recruiter provides expertise on global labor markets pipeline optimization and sourcing strategies while partnering closely with leadership to meet shipboard staffing needs effectively and sustainably

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**:
**Strategic Recruitment Leadership**:
Own and drive the full-cycle recruitment process for assigned shipboard roles including senior-level technical
- and niche positions Collaborate with hiring managers HRBPs and operational leaders to determine position requirements
- ensuring clarity on competencies and qualifications Deliver data-driven insights to leadership advising on global labor market conditions talent pipeline health
- and sourcing campaign effectiveness
- Develop and execute proactive talent strategies to support current and future operational needs

**Talent Sourcing & Identification**:

- and direct outreach
- Build and maintain strategic talent pipelines for specialized marine roles and continuously engage with top talent in the industry Optimize sourcing campaigns for high-volume hiring difficult-to-fill roles
- and specialized marine certifications
- and shipboard readiness
- extend offers for entry-level roles

**Stakeholder Collaboration & Management**:
Serve as a trusted talent advisor to hiring leaders providing ongoing consultation on talent market trends selection strategies
- and recruitment timelines
- Facilitate regular calibration meetings with hiring managers to review selection criteria and adjust recruitment strategies as needed Manage recruitment process milestones
- escalating challenges proactively while maintaining hiring momentum

**Strategic Recruitment & Process Optimization**:
Master complex job requirements to identify attract and secure top-tier talent across all areas within Marine including deck and engine officers technical specialists skilled trade professionals and other shipboard roles that require rigorous licensing and certifications such as STCW SOLAS
- and MLC Operate in a dynamic high-volume recruitment environment managing 200-400 hires per month
- with each recruiter responsible for a book of business ranging from 20-60 hires Provide strategic insights into talent market trends collaborate in the creation and refinement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- and contribute to the development of processes and reports that measure productivity and effectiveness Work closely with hiring managers HR and operational leaders to ensure seamless crew deployment while continuously improving efficiency and compliance in a fast-paced
- deadline-driven setting

**Operational Excellence & Compliance**:
Ensure all recruitment activities align with international maritime labor regulations
- including MLC and SQM policies Maintain thorough documentation of recruitment activities
- and evaluation tools for continued relevance and effectiveness
- providing timely updates and feedback throughout the recruitment process Serve as an ambassador for the brand articulating the company’s values career growth opportunities
- and shipboard culture effectively Participate in recruitment events trade shows
- and global hiring initiatives to strengthen the company’s visibility and employer brand

**Continuous Improvement & Talent Analytics**:
Utilize recruitment data reports and dashboards to monitor hiring metrics process efficiency- and global talent strategies
- Conduct recruiter training sessions and workshops to ensure alignment with best practices and talent acquisition excellence

**Key Competencies**:

- Results-Driven: Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed hiring targets while maintaining quality standards
- multicultural environment Collaboration: Works effectively in global and cross-functional teams
- sharing knowledge and best practices

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in human resources and/or business administration from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent preferred Minimum 5 years relevant recr