Talent Acquisition Specialist (6-month internship)

Job description

About

OVRSEA is a next-generation, multimodal freight forwarder dedicated to simplifying and optimizing international freight management through technology.

They offer clients industry expertise and comprehensive, end-to-end visibility across all transport modes - sea, air, road, and rail - covering every stage from loading to customs declarations.

Founded in 2017, OVRSEA now supports over 700 clients from offices in Paris, Marseille, New York, Miami, Barcelona, and Milan. They are continuing to grow and expand internationally!

Job Description

Help us digitalize international freight transportation!

OVRSEA is a next-generation multimodal freight forwarder committed to simplifying and optimizing international freight management through technology. They coordinate the transports of 700+ companies across 60 countries, and provide their clients with a unique platform on which their teams can manage their shipments in a simple and transparent way. With already 160 employees globally, they are continuing their growth in 2024 and hiring people internationally! Are you ready to join us and be a part of this exciting adventure?

What does it mean to be a Talent Acquisition Specialist at OVRSEA?

Talent Acquisition plays a crucial role in the growth of any expanding startup, and at OVRSEA, it's a top priority! However, our mindset is clear: quality over volume. We have a hiring process that allows us to assess candidates thoroughly while providing a rich learning experience for them.

Whether you are considering an HR career, leaning more towards sales/marketing, or planning to create your own startup one day, recruitment is a key function at OVRSEA. As a significant contributor to our development goals, you will manage the recruitment process autonomously and interact with C-level managers in France and Europe daily. If you are looking for strong ownership, exposure to business subjects, and having a real impact on startup growth, this is the internship for you!

About your manager

You will report to Juliette , Senior Talent Acquisition Manager. With an HR background and a strong focus on recruitment and employer branding, she loves coaching people. She will enjoy managing you for six months and will be here to help you grow, providing feedback, advice, and techniques to perform in your role. Passionate and business-oriented, Juliette views recruitment not just as filling positions but as developing recruitment strategies.

Your missions

Recruitment (80%):

- Be the owner of your recruitment processes for various profiles (Sales, Operations, Corporate, Tech…), from sourcing to closing: proactively source, attract, interview, and close candidates.

- Establish the best sourcing strategy and define the best recruitment channels according to the position to attract more candidates: LinkedIn, job boards, career fairs, school events, referrals etc.

- Act as a Business Partner : guide, support and deliver a great experience to both candidates and hiring managers.

- Create a positive and exceptional candidate experience : follow and coach candidates throughout their hiring process, highlighting our caring and feedback driven culture.

Strategic initiatives (20%):

- Monitor KPI’s to show the efficiency of your sourcing and recruitment strategies.

- Own and implement ad hoc projects with the help of HR and Marketing teams if necessary: TA knowledge management, innovative sourcing techniques, communication and employer branding initiatives etc.

- Develop a strong understanding of the talent market, startup industry trends, and recruitment tools.

- Be the face of OVRSEA’s culture internally and externally: participate in the growth and visibility of OVRSEA everyday.

Are you The One?

- You are available for a 6-month internship starting in January 2025

- Previous experience in recruitment or sales is an asset, but not mandatory!

- You are people centric

- You display high degree of rigor and attention to details

- You have excellent communication and relationship skills

- French native or bilingual speaker, you also speak English fluently

Why join us at OVRSEA?

- Join a corporate backed tech startup for an incredible human adventure. Together, let's make a huge impact on the international transport revolution!

- Be part of our team of ambitious and talented individuals who share our values: analytical thinking, quality execution, and a deep thirst for learning.

- Experience a personalized onboarding program and a clear career trajectory with defined career paths for each team, setting you up for success from day one.

- Work in a vibrant work environment and take on challenging projects, collaborating with other teams while enjoying a high level of ownership and autonomy.

- Benefit for commuter benefits and meal vouchers. For interns in France: Digital Swile card of 10 per worked day (5,5 euros paid by OVRSEA).

- Engage in exciting events, including weekly culture presentations (the famous OVRSEA “PICs”), learning sessions, team rituals, and great parties!

Still not convinced?

Explore our story, products, teams, and commitments by visiting this Notion .

Get a glimpse of our culture and our #1 value, “Learn together”, through a short video . Learn how we live this value through webinars, cultural presentations, and an immersive onboarding program that will introduce you to the exciting world of international transport.

Our recruitment process

- HR video call with Juliette, Senior Talent Acquisition Manager (45')

- 1st interview with two People team members.

- Practical case study at home.

- 2nd interview with Juliette, and Zoé , Head of People

- Speed recruiting to meet the team!

At Ovrsea, we are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and to fostering diversity within our teams.

Additional Information

·  Contract Type: Internship
·  Start Date: 06 January 2025
·  Location: Paris
·  Education Level: Fourth-Year University Level
·  Experience: < 6 months
·  Possible partial remote