Talent Programs & Attraction Manager i Göteborg

It’s all about people  

We have always prioritised people in everything we do. Curiosity about others' needs is key to creating safe, personalised and sustainable mobility solutions. If you believe in the power of people and share our respect for human-centred innovation, you'll thrive here. Surrounded by brilliant, curious colleagues all committed to making a difference. We are people who care about other people.  

Be part of leading the Student Programs and Talent Attraction to the next level. We are now looking for a manager to lead our talent programs & attraction team. Today the team consists of team members responsible for our student programs, integration and competence projects in Gothenburg, talent attraction and events, and recruitment for our programs. The team sits within our wider Talent Acquisition team, and you will report to our Head of talent acquisition.    

You will be responsible for lifting our team to new levels of global and local impact regarding student programs, strategic talent attraction and other aspects of the team's mission. In this role you will also work with employer branding. How and on what level is today flexible based on who we end up filling this position with. 

What you’ll do:  

• Lead a team of professionals responsible for our talent programs, the recruitment of these programs and talent attraction

• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members to support their professional development  

• Together with our program managers, develop and implement a strategic plan for student programs to increase local and global impact

• Together with our talent attraction specialist, develop and implement a strategic plan for events and other initiatives related to employer branding to increase global and local impact

• Together with our program recruiters, develop and implement competency-based hiring that is high in both validity and efficiency in our various programs

• Identifying efficient ways of working together as a team and leading the team as one cohesive unit

• Working closely together with the rest of the Talent Acquisition Management team to ensure alignment of initiatives and resource planning

What you’ll bring:  

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Human Resources, or a related field  

• A couple of years of experience in and passion for managing student programs 

• Experience in building and leading a high-performing team that delivers great results 

• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans that align with business objectives in a global environment 

• Understanding of employer branding and interest in initiatives  

Who are you?  

We are looking for you who have a genuine interest in cross-collaboration and who can build trusted relationships. You will be the go-to person for the business for all questions related to the programs, therefore positive attitude, good communication skills and understanding of different perspectives are important. You are able to use your strategic mindset to optimize the programs as well as highlight the value for the business and people that are participating in them. 

We are basing decisions on data and your strong analytical ability will be highly appreciated together with your problem-solving skills when looking for new innovative solutions and ways of working. Together with the willingness to coach and support you will contribute to organizational development within this area. 

Want to know more?  

We’re excited to receive and review your application in English, please apply via the link at the end of this ad no later than the 2nd of July. Please note that your application has been received once you get a confirmation e-mail from the system. Any CVs or applications sent via email will not be kept or considered.  

 
We will do our best to keep you updated throughout the process. If you have any questions about the recruitment process or the role, please contact Senior Recruiter: Maria Nilzon at maria.nilzon@volvocars.com 

Volvo Cars - Driving change together  

Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. At Volvo Cars, your career is designed around your skills and aspirations so you can reach your full potential.  

By 2025, we aim to sell 1.2 million cars annually, 50% of which will be electric vehicles and sold directly to customers through digital channels. Continue your journey of a lifetime as we create the driving and electrification technologies of tomorrow.