Senior Talent Acquisition and Employee Engagement Officer

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Tirana Bank is the first privately-owned bank in Albania. It was founded in 1996 and since then there has been a great development, spreading its branches throughout Albania. Today, Tirana Bank is well-positioned in the market, offering a wide range of products and services that respond well to the demands of its customers. Tirana Bank has 33 branches in most major cities, and industrial zones and has a large ATM network throughout Albania. Tirana Bank continues to grow and expand while rigorously retaining its philosophy of providing quality products and services by being the frontrunner in innovative banking solutions in Albania.

Balkan Finance Investment Group, BALFIN Group, is one of the most significant and successful investment groups in the Western Balkans region. Geographically, BALFIN Group is present in Austria, Albania, Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Switzerland, Croatia, the Netherlands, and USA, employing approximately 5,000 people. The activities of BALFIN Group comprise real estate, wholesale and retail, banking, asset management, media, education, and logistics. BALFIN Group is growing steadily, having a positive impact on the communities through economic development, employment opportunities, innovation, and social investment.

 We’re looking for a strategic and people-driven Senior Talent Acquisition & Employee Engagement Officer (Band 4T) to join our HR team reporting directly to the Human Resources Manager.

Overall Job Definition

In this role, you’ll lead recruitment efforts across all levels of the bank while driving initiatives that enhance employee engagement, retention, and internal culture. If you’re passionate about building high-performing teams and creating a workplace where people thrive—this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Main Responsibilities:

 Lead Talent Acquisition Strategy

·         Manage full-cycle recruitment across all departments, from entry-level to executive roles.

·         Partner with senior leaders to forecast talent needs and align hiring with business goals.

·         Ensure a seamless, engaging candidate experience from sourcing to onboarding.

·         Utilize data-driven recruitment practices and track KPIs to optimize hiring effectiveness and candidate experience.

·         Manage relationships with recruitment partners, job fairs, and universities for pipeline development.

 Drive Employer Branding

·         Drive employer branding efforts to enhance the company’s visibility and attractiveness in the job market

·         Develop and execute employer branding campaigns that reflect our values and culture.

·         Collaborate with internal teams to share authentic employee stories and success journeys.

·         Position the bank as an employer of choice in the financial services industry.

Champion Employee Engagement

·         Design, implement, and monitor engagement programs that foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.

·         Monitor engagement metrics and provide actionable insights to leadership.

·         Support change management initiatives that impact employee experience and engagement.

·         Foster a culture of advocacy and internal mobility.

Requirements

Competencies / Skills:

·         3+ years of experience in talent acquisition and employee engagement, ideally within banking or financial services.

·         Proven track record in leading recruitment strategies and employer branding initiatives.

·         Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across all organizational levels.

·         Highly organized, results-driven, and able to thrive in fast-paced, multi-tasking environments.

·         Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to work independently and learn quickly.

·         A collaborative team player with a positive, proactive mindset.

·         Solid understanding of HR compliance, labor laws, and industry best practices.

·         Proficiency in recruitment platforms and digital tools.

Benefits

The interested candidates can send their CV until July 21^st, 2025. 

Please note that only applicants, who fulfil the above mentioned criteria, will be contacted.

Your personal data, which are sent voluntary as a response to this job vacancy announcement, are collected and processed, manually and/or electronically, by Tirana Bank SA, in order to evaluate your compatibility with this job vacancy, are accessed only by authorized persons of the Bank and will be stored until the finalization of the candidate selection process. The subjects of personal data can exercise their rights as provided by Law No. 9887, dated on 10/03/2008 “For the Personal Data Protection”, amended, at Tirana Bank SA, as well as at the Commissioner for the Right of Information and Protection of Personal Data.