Talent Acquisition Specialist

Hybrid in these major cities: Plantation, FL/ Seattle, WA/ Minneapolis, MN and Boston, MA

We are seeking a dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing team and drive strategic recruitment initiatives across multiple business functions. This role offers the opportunity to work with a fast-paced, innovative company that values diversity, inclusion, and exceptional candidate experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Recruitment Leadership

• Manage complete recruitment lifecycle for assigned positions across diverse functional areas
• Build and maintain robust talent pipelines through strategic sourcing and relationship development
• Conduct comprehensive candidate screening, coordinate interview processes, and drive hiring decisions
• Foster positive candidate relationships throughout the entire recruitment journey

Strategic Business Partnership

• Act as trusted recruitment consultant and advisor to business leaders on talent acquisition needs
• Collaborate closely with hiring managers and cross-functional teams to execute targeted recruitment strategies
• Provide market intelligence, industry trends, and competitive analysis to inform hiring decisions
• Influence and guide offer decisions through data-driven candidate assessments

Campus and Diversity Recruitment

• Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to identify top campus talent
• Lead planning and execution of cross-functional diversity recruiting events and initiatives
• Partner with diversity organizations and underrepresented communities to expand candidate pools
• Drive achievement of diversity hiring goals through strategic outreach and inclusive practices

Candidate Experience Excellence

• Ensure exceptional candidate experience from initial application through onboarding
• Manage timely communications, offer processes, and candidate feedback loops
• Lead comprehensive candidate debriefs with interview teams and stakeholders
• Maintain high standards for candidate engagement and relationship management

Systems and Process Management

• Maintain data integrity and best practices within Greenhouse ATS platform
• Update and manage team tracking systems, reports, and key performance metrics
• Provide regular, comprehensive updates to business partners and leadership stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with recruitment policies and procedures

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum 1+ year of talent acquisition or recruitment experience
• Corporate or agency recruitment background welcomed

Core Competencies

• Proven ability to build consultative, influential relationships with stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Experience recruiting from underrepresented populations and partnering with diversity organizations
• Strong results orientation with exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Demonstrated success in fast-paced, high-growth environments
• Multi-channel sourcing expertise across web, social, and professional networks

Work Environment

• Remote position with flexibility to work across all US time zones
• Ability to thrive in dynamic, high-urgency environment with "can do" attitude
• Strong time management and prioritization capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Veterinary or veterinary technician recruiting experience highly valued
• Experience with campus recruiting programs and university partnerships
• Knowledge of employment law and compliance requirements
• Familiarity with Greenhouse or similar ATS platforms

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The target hiring compensation range for this role is $50 to $53/HR. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.