Associate Talent Acquisition Partner

About US

CDK Global is a leading provider of cloud-based software to dealerships and Original Equipment Manufacturers (“OEMs”) across automotive and related industries. The Company’s cloud-based, software as a service (“SaaS”) platform enables dealerships to manage their end-to-end business operations including the acquisition, sale, financing, insuring, repair, and maintenance of vehicles. By automating and streamlining critical workflows, the integrated platform of modern solutions enables dealers to sell and service more vehicles by creating simple and convenient experiences for customers and improves their financial and operational performance. Visit www.cdkglobal.com

At CDK Global, we are focused on connections that allow us to deliver world-class software, support, and data insights. Our values define who we are and how we show up for each other, our customers, and our communities.  Our values: Stay Curious, Own It, Be Open, Create Possibilities

Position Summary 

The Associate Talent Acquisition Partner plays a hybrid role, providing both sourcing support and full-cycle recruitment across a range of positions. Responsible for proactively identifying qualified candidates and building high-quality talent pipelines, this role supports both immediate hiring needs and long-term workforce planning. The Associate TAP builds trust with business and HR stakeholders by delivering responsive, service-oriented support throughout the recruitment process. Leveraging sourcing tools, networking, and candidate engagement strategies, they nurture talent pipelines aligned to business growth. Success in this role requires strong prioritization, attention to detail, and a continuous improvement mindset.

• Responsible for identifying qualified candidate profiles using various sourcing techniques and develop talent pipelines for future hiring needs  

• Builds trust and mutual understanding with both business and HR counterparts, delivering exceptional customer service and satisfaction through the fulfillment of commitments  

• Engage or nurture relationships with potential candidates, leveraging social, networking, sourcing tools, etc. to build and maintain a high-quality pipeline that aligns with organizational growth and skill requirements.  

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.    

• Attention to detail and accuracy in candidate assessment.    

• Collaborate with stakeholders to continuously improve recruitment processes and practices.  

Qualifications    

• 2+ years proven work experience as a Talent Sourcer or Recruiter.    

• Knowledge in, or desire to learn, all aspects of the recruitment process, including candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.   

• Hands-on experience with sourcing techniques (e.g., recruiting on social platforms and crafting Boolean search strings), and Familiarity with Applicant Tracking System (ATS).   

• Solid communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build positive relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and team members.    

• Ability to execute talent acquisition strategies aligned with the organization's business objectives.     

• Familiar with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in talent acquisition.   

• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.    

• Effective time-management abilities