Executive Recruiter

Duration 12 Months (With Possible Extension)

Who we are & What do we believe?

Arcadia is a non-profit, international non-governmental organisation with a global presence, comprising 238 members from all seven continents. Founded and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, Arcadia is dedicated to two core

missions:

Our primary mission is to make university-level education accessible to everyone, irrespective of financial, social, geographical, or political barriers. We strive for academic excellence and aim to diminish the limitations to education, ensuring that high-quality education is available to all. Our secondary mission is to foster a global appreciation and support for art. By addressing contemporary global issues through art in our exhibitions, and highlighting significant art events worldwide, we aim to cultivate a deep‑seeded art consciousness. Our goal is to inspire a greater appreciation for art in the modern world.

At Arcadia, our academic team consists of over 70 international researchers who contribute to Higher Education-level academic articles across a myriad of disciplines. Our commitment to sharing knowledge without any charges or subscriptions ensures that everyone, everywhere, can benefit from our collective expertise. We believe in the transformative power of education and art to create a better, more enlightened world, a modern utopia.

Wherever you are, whoever you are

We, as Arcadia, are looking for experienced professionals who are interested in contributing to the Human Resources department with supporting resumes for the position they are applying for. We will be hiring 2 people to join our talent acquisition team for the Executive Recruiter position and responsibilities for this position will be as listed below:

As an Executive Recruiter at Arcadia, you will be responsible for supporting the recruitment of senior level positions within the organisation and working directly with the Chief Executive Officer during the executive hiring process. You will be responsible for posting job advertisements on LinkedIn on a biweekly basis for selected senior roles, screening candidates, communicating with potential hires, and conducting interviews for positions that require higher levels of experience and expertise. You will be expected to independently manage the recruitment process for candidates you source and screen, while also conducting interviews with candidates specifically selected by the Chancellor for executive level evaluation. These interviews may be conducted with flexible scheduling depending on candidate availability and recruitment needs.

It is expected that you have a relevant degree or significant professional experience in human resources, recruitment, or talent acquisition and a strong interest in executive level hiring and organisational leadership development. Your duties will include candidate screening, conducting executive interviews, maintaining candidate data, and coordinating with the CEO regarding candidate evaluations and hiring recommendations. While you will have autonomy in managing executive recruitment activities, you will also be expected to maintain coordination with the Human Resources department and relevant leadership members when necessary to ensure alignment with Arcadia hiring standards and organisational needs.

If you are looking for a position where you can gain experience in executive recruitment, leadership hiring, and strategic talent acquisition within an international organisation, then this is the role for you. We are looking for professionals with strong communication skills, attention to detail, a high level of professionalism, and the ability to evaluate highly qualified candidates who may join Arcadia in senior leadership or board level roles.

Soft Skills & Strong

Skills:

In depth knowledge of human resources principles and recruitment practices:

• It is essential to have a strong understanding of recruitment and talent acquisition processes, particularly in the context of evaluating highly qualified candidates for senior and leadership roles. This includes understanding how to assess executive level experience, leadership capabilities, and organisational fit, as well as supporting strategic hiring decisions.

Experience using LinkedIn and other recruitment tools and platforms:

• The ability to effectively use LinkedIn and other recruitment platforms is crucial for an Executive Recruiter. This includes posting job advertisements for senior roles, identifying potential candidates, communicating with applicants, and maintaining organised candidate data throughout the recruitment process.
• Excellent communication skills are essential for an Executive Recruiter. This includes the ability to clearly convey information and ideas through speaking, writing, and listening, as well as the ability to communicate profes