The role has oversight responsibility for the overall selection and recruitment process of various roles for the Offshore sector, the use and development of the recruitment tools and systems in support of this, and the development of multiple recruitment channels in support of talent acquisition, including a broad range of social media channels and third-party agencies (TPAs). KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Under support of Global Recruitment Standards Manager, effectively and efficiently implements the Global Recruitment Strategy for crew sourcing in the sector, including digital sourcing strategy. Ensures sectoral recruitment activities are performed in adherence to Global Recruitment Policy and Processes, including utilization of defined recruitment tools and technologies. Manages and develops offshore recruitment team globally, including setting recruitment targets in conjunction with key stakeholders in offshore sector across the business, to successfully deliver the hiring requirements to support strategic goals of V. Ensures regular one-to-one and team meetings with the recruitment team members are conducted where messages from Senior Management are shared so that all team members are aware of priorities and company trends. Distributes the workload by assigning Recruitment Requests to the sectoral recruitment team members to maximize efficiency of operations. Ensures records in recruitment systems and databases are correct and up-to-date. Ensures proposals of seafarers submitted by the sectoral recruitment team are compliant and timely. Delivers refresher and upgradation training to upskill recruitment resources at frequent intervals. Coordinates with Regional Crewing Operations Directors if the team needs to be strengthened to achieve set recruitment goals. Coordinates with Senior Recruitment Managers for recruitment in respective regions, takes part in bi-annual and on request performance reviews of dedicated offshore recruitment resources. Takes escalations related to sectoral recruitment. Controls the performance and efficiency of the offshore recruitment team by means of defined KPIs, PIs and productivity ratios and reports to business on the subject. Drives operational excellence of sectoral recruitment by achieving and where possible exceeding recruitment KPIs and PIs thereby providing exceptional support to the business. Collaborates with colleagues from other business functions (e.g. Planners, CMPs, CMMs, assessors) on various operational matters. Manages relationships with third-party partners – recruitment agencies, social media and job board partners, etc. including supporting Crew Director Offshore in negotiations of prices with vendors and contracts' management. Ensures that all hiring activities are undertaken observing local employment legislation, international conventions and regulations, V.Group ethics and values, Policies and Processes. Ensures that global recruitment processes and policies are compliant with the legislation of the territories in which V.Group operates. Performs other reasonable recruitment related duties assigned by the line manager and/or Global Recruitment Standards Manager in cooperation with the line manager. ESSENTIAL: Possesses a bachelor’s degree or higher. Significant direct sourcing and networking experience, minimum 7 years in a similar role is required. Previous experience managing multiple teams and managers, influencing skills. Previous experience of in-house recruitment is essential. Thorough knowledge of international conventions and regulations in shipping, the shipboard hierarchy, responsibilities, basic job descriptions and certification requirements for officers and ratings in accordance with STCW and MLC 2006, and knowledge of various flag state requirements, including familiarity with procedures for obtaining flag state CEC. Understanding the role of the various international bodies, including but not limited to IMO, ILO, ITF, in the formulation of rules and regulations that govern the terms of employment of seafarers. Strong familiarity with the organizational set-up of ITF and their relationship with various affiliated (seafarers) trade unions. Knowledge of applicable conditions of service and seafarers wage structure. Strong understanding of offshore sector. Strong experience of assessing and selecting the best possible talent. Strong experience with Microsoft Packages (Word, Excel, Power Point). Work with a strong sense of urgency; with the ability to switch priorities quickly where required. Strong collaboration and influencing skills with the ability to make change happen. Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to influence and partner with a broad range of colleagues and stakeholders internationally. A confident communicator with very strong command of English (verbal and written). Being able to plan tasks and follow tight timelines when required. Able and willing to follow the agreed process. Ability to problem solve. DESIRABLE: Offshore sector experience. Relevant experience in a high-growth, fast-paced service business. Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Human Resources Industries Freight and Package Transportation J-18808-Ljbffr