Talent Acquisition Specialist
Content + Source + Freshness • 13 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
The high offer value reflects IDC's strong market position, competitive compensation, and attractive benefits package.
- Competitive salary range of $80,000 to $100,000
- Renowned company with global influence
- Focus on data-driven recruitment strategies
Pros
- Recognition as a leader in technology research enhances employer brand
- Data-driven approach to recruitment showcases analytical emphasis
- Competitive salary with substantial growth potential
Cons
- 5+ years of experience required may disenfranchise younger applicants
- High expectations in a fast-paced environment
- Ambiguity in remote work arrangements may deter some candidates
Who it's for
Senior • Remote
Good fit
- Senior talent acquisition professionals
- Those with experience in both corporate and agency recruitment
- Candidates passionate about technology and analytics
Not recommended for
- Entry-level applicants with no experience
- Individuals who prefer non-remote opportunities
- Professionals looking for a relaxed pace
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Overview
IDC, the world’s leading technology market research firm, is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Human Resources Department. This is an exciting opportunity to help bring on top talent to a growing organization!
The Talent Acquisition Specialist (TAS) will have full-cycle recruitment responsibilities for assigned client groups within IDC. This includes supporting all internal and external recruitment efforts. The TAS will be accountable for developing the recruitment strategy, identifying and attracting appropriate top talent and managing the stakeholder experience throughout the selection and offer processes.
Why IDC?
IDC is the most respected global technology market research firm. We are changing the way the world thinks about the impact of technology on business and society. Our people, data, and analytics create global technology insights that accelerate customer success. IDC was recognized by the Institute of Industry Relations (IIAR) as the 2024 Analyst Firm of the Year for delivering critical, timely insights in coordinated efforts around the world, during a time when our customers faced unprecedented challenges.
Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end recruitment process while creating a positive stakeholder experience (i.e., candidates, hiring teams, HRBPs).
- Provide counsel and guidance to hiring teams regarding market trends including compensation, skills/competencies, target companies, etc.
- Generate and analyze recruitment metrics and reports to track progress, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations for improving the hiring process.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process, providing timely updates and feedback.
- Direct involvement with TA projects whether they will lead or participate as a team member. Project could include system automation, process optimization, or tool generation.
- Foster a collaborative recruiting team environment and strong service-oriented culture that drives timely delivery of new diverse talent to the organization.
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree required.
- Minimum of 5 years’ professional recruitment experience coming from a corporate setting or an agency/executive search firm. Ideally, a combination of corporate and executive search experience would be preferred.
- The successful candidate must have a talent advisor mentality and be able to appropriately influence hiring managers. Proven skills in sourcing and attracting top talent as well as the demonstrated ability to leverage data to influence strategy.
- Experience dealing with ambiguity, ability to be self-directed and work on a virtual team is required
About IDC: International Data Corporation (IDC) is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications and consumer technology markets. IDC helps IT professionals, business executives, and the investment community make fact-based decisions on technology purchases and business strategy. More than 1,100 IDC analysts provide global, regional, and local expertise on technology and industry opportunities and trends in over 110 countries worldwide. For 50 years, IDC has provided strategic insights to help our clients achieve their key business objectives. IDC is a subsidiary of IDG, the world's leading technology media, research, and events company.
IDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, handicap, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, ancestry, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or other categories protected by law.
At IDC, we are committed to fair and equitable pay practices. We pay our employees equitably for their work, commensurate with their individual skills and experience. Salary range and additional compensation, including discretionary bonuses and incentive pay, are determined by a rigorous review process. This process considers the experience, education, certifications, and skills required for the specific role, equity with similarly situated employees, as well as employer-verified US region-specific market data provided by an independent 3rd party partner. The expected total annual compensation, depending on location and experience, is between $80,000 and $100,000 and is inclusive of base salary and variable compensation (if applicable).
