Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist

You’ll combine hands-on recruiting expertise with consultative guidance, shaping the way we connect with candidates and ensuring an exceptional experience every step of the way.

This role is based in Lausanne, Switzerland and requires the ability to communicate effectively in English and French or German.

Partner with leaders and HR Business Partners to understand hiring needs and craft effective recruiting strategies.

Manage the full recruitment cycle—from sourcing and screening through offers and onboarding—for corporate roles across Yum!’s brands.

Build diverse pipelines through creative sourcing, networking, and market research.

Deliver an outstanding candidate experience, ensuring every interaction reflects Yum!’s values.

Use data and metrics to track progress, share insights, and continuously improve how we hire.

Lead and contribute to projects that elevate our talent acquisition practices, from employer branding to process innovation.

Champion equity, inclusion, and belonging by embedding inclusive practices in every hiring process.

6+ years of corporate recruiting experience, preferably in a fast-paced, global organization.

Proven ability to build trust and influence leaders at all levels.

Comfort with recruiting technologies (Greenhouse, Oracle, or similar ATS) and data-driven decision-making.

Ability to operate effectively across languages, ideally English with French or German.

Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.

Hybrid Role: Requires onsite presence Tuesday through Thursday at our International corporate hub in Lausanne, Switzerland