Talent Acquisition Leader (Strategic & Regulated Industry Focus)
About Our Client: Our client is a rapidly growing, mid-size international organization that designs, manufactures, and sells advanced products in a highly regulated environment. With a global footprint and a strong commitment to innovation, the company is focused on scaling its operations and workforce. This organization offers a dynamic culture where a talented leader can truly build and own the Talent Acquisition function from the ground up.
Location: Northeast US (Hybrid)
The Opportunity: We are seeking a seasoned, strategic, and hands-on Talent Acquisition Leader to evolve and oversee the entire recruiting function. This role is responsible for developing and executing a cohesive, scalable talent strategy that is fully aligned with aggressive business objectives. The successful candidate will build out the function, lead the full-cycle recruitment process, and ensure all hiring practices meet stringent compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and execute a scalable, enterprise-wide Talent Acquisition strategy.
- Partner directly with senior leaders to forecast hiring needs and manage talent pipelines across multiple business units.
- Lead employer branding initiatives to position the company as a top employer within its sector.
- Build, lead, and mentor a high-performance team of recruiters and coordinators, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.
Recruitment Operations & Compliance
- Manage high-priority, full-cycle recruitment for critical roles across the organization.
- Ensure all hiring and employment practices strictly adhere to relevant regulatory and compliance guidelines (e.g., EEO and other mandated industry standards).
- Optimize sourcing strategies using advanced analytics, data, and market insights.
- Oversee recruitment metrics, reporting, and champion continuous process improvement.
Technology & Process Ownership
- Own, manage, and optimize the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and other HR technologies to maximize efficiency.
- Leverage recruiting analytics to inform decision-making and enhance the overall candidate experience.
- Lead the transition from decentralized hiring (HRBPs) to a centralized, professionalized Talent Acquisition function.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, including substantial leadership and strategic planning responsibilities.
- Must have prior experience in a highly regulated manufacturing or product-focused industry (e.g., Life Sciences, Aerospace, Defense, Specialized Electronics).
- Deep practical understanding of compliance requirements within regulated environments.
- Proven ability to build out or significantly restructure a Talent Acquisition function in a mid-size company.
- Demonstrated ability to build strong, consultative relationships with senior leaders and influence talent-related decisions.
- Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruiting analytics platforms.
- Exceptional communication and project management skills, with a continuous improvement mindset.
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