Lead Talent Acquisition Recruiter

Lead Talent Acquisition Recruiter Overview

• The Lead Talent Acquisition Recruiter will oversee full-cycle recruitment processes, ensuring exceptional candidate and hiring manager experiences.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align talent strategies with organizational goals and staffing needs.
• Develop and implement tailored recruitment techniques to attract top-tier talent across various functions.
• Maintain positive candidate experiences through active and passive recruitment methods.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to navigate and fulfill talent requirements effectively.
• Support HR processes and optimizations, contributing to operational efficiency and team success.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity within applicant tracking systems, leveraging Workday for reporting.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, including SOP development and system enhancements.

Lead Talent Acquisition Recruiter Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage enterprise-wide recruitment efforts, supporting hiring needs across retail, corporate, and executive roles.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to define evaluation criteria and job profiles for open positions.
• Utilize advanced selection and assessment tools to screen and evaluate candidates effectively.
• Facilitate candidate interviews and assessments, ensuring a seamless recruitment experience.
• Maintain timely communication with candidates and hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
• Coordinate interview schedules, assessments, and onboarding processes for successful candidates.
• Support special projects and initiatives aimed at improving recruitment processes and systems.
• Provide expertise in social recruitment and employer branding strategies to enhance talent attraction.

Lead Talent Acquisition Recruiter Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years full-cycle recruiting experience; 6 years preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with applicant tracking systems, Workday preferred.
• Experience in behavioral and competency-based interviewing techniques.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of automated applicant tracking systems and recruitment tools.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of social recruitment and employer branding initiatives.
• Ability to navigate a decentralized, matrix organizational structure effectively.