Manager, Talent Acquisition

Position Overview

The Manager, Talent Acquisition leads and develops the Talent Acquisition team while managing the day to day operations of the Talent Acquisition department. This position carries out responsibilities in functional areas including associate relations, training and development, recruitment, interviews, employee onboarding, and employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Corporate Recruiters with the end goal of identifying and delivering highly qualified talent positioned for success within the organization.
• Identify and provide potential solutions to challenges that arise within Talent Acquisition. Manage projects that may include job posting optimization, technology enhancement, recruiting marketing channel development, job board procurement, vendor management, Business Analyst Program, on-campus recruitment planning, etc.
• Identify and source appropriate talent for high level or complex roles within the organization.
• Identify future talent needs and manage recruitment and sourcing; develop talent pools and social engagements.
• Become the subject matter expert in the day-to-day process of talent acquisition by learning, developing, and teaching all department policies and procedures to the recruitment team.
• Manage and enhance the recruitment lifecycle, seeking efficiencies in all steps of the process including initial assessments, interviews, and offers.
• Provide recruitment counsel, guidance, and top-notch customer service to hiring managers and HR professionals, and create an incredible talent acquisition process for all potential candidates.
• Utilize sophisticated Applicant Tracking Systems and recruiting software to track applicants through selection to on-boarding.
• Develop relationships with third party recruitment agencies and staffing firms and manage the procurement and measurement process.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition
• 2+ years of experience managing a team is preferred
• Extensive experience with Applicant Tracking Systems
• Experience in managing and enhancing talent acquisition process flows
• Proven experience creating, maintaining, and promoting an excellent employer brand
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written), leadership skills, and an understanding of sales and marketing practices as they relate to Talent Acquisition
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and telephone protocol
• High level of professionalism
• Ability to creatively solve problems
• College degree or comparable experience