Recruiter

Job Description

About the Role & Team:
As a Recruiter at ESPN, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of sports media by attracting world-class talent to our dynamic and technology-driven environment. This early career position is perfect for a passionate, tech-savvy individual who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative culture. You will be instrumental in engaging with fans and delivering extraordinary experiences through game-changing ideas. Success in this role requires problem-solving skills, independence, and the ability to explain complex information effectively.
What You Will Do:
- Manage full life cycle recruitment processes, including sourcing and building external talent pipelines.
- Develop and execute comprehensive staffing plans by translating business needs into actionable strategies.
- Establish credible, long-term partnerships with hiring managers and HR business partners.
- Utilize innovative sourcing channels, including social media and networking, to attract passive talent.
- Conduct in-depth candidate screenings to assess qualifications, interest, and salary expectations.
- Drive the candidate experience throughout the selection process, including offer negotiation and onboarding.
- Collaborate with compensation teams to define competitive job offers.
- Maintain transparency and communication through progress reports and actions in ATS and TRM systems.
- Ensure compliance with EEO/Diversity policies and federal contractor requirements.
- Represent ESPN at networking events, job fairs, and conferences.

Skillset and Qualification Required:
Required Skills:
- 3+ years of professional experience
- Strong consultative skills for designing and executing recruitment strategies
- Experience using social media tools for sourcing and engagement
- Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems like Kenexa
- Ability to manage high-volume requisitions in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent presentation, facilitation, and influencing skills
- Good collaboration and communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work as a team player

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:
- Proficiency in full life-cycle recruiting (3+ years)
- Experience meeting standard KPI's
- Proven ability to support/interact with senior-level management
- Experience working across geographical markets

Education:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $90,000 to $108,800 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About ESPN:

About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ESPN, Inc, which is part of a business we call ESPN.
ESPN, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-xk161q-216-73-216-107-42 in your application.