Talent Acquisition Manager

American Student Assistance - Boston, MA

Full-time

Boston, MA

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The Talent Acquisition Manager is responsible for managing the full recruiting life cycle to attract, hire, and retain top talent for the organization. This role focuses on direct involvement in all facets of talent acquisition without managing a team, developing and implementing recruiting strategies, and ensuring a seamless candidate experience from sourcing to onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative talent acquisition strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, define job requirements, and create effective job descriptions.
• Utilize various sourcing methods, including job boards, social media, networking, and employee referrals, to build a robust talent pipeline.
• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and extending offers to candidates.
• Conduct initial phone or video interviews to assess candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit with the organization.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience by maintaining clear and timely communication with candidates and hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
• Promote the organization's employer brand through various channels, including social media, job boards, and company events.
• Partner with hiring managers and department heads to understand their staffing needs and provide strategic recruitment support.
• Track and analyze key recruitment metrics, such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and source of hire, to assess the effectiveness of recruiting strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with a proven track record of managing full-cycle recruitment.
• Experience in sourcing and recruiting for a wide range of roles across various departments.
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR databases, preferably with UKG.
• Strong sourcing skills with the ability to attract and engage passive candidates using various channels.
• Proficient in conducting behavioral and competency-based interviews to assess candidates' qualifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with candidates and internal stakeholders.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple open positions and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to analyze recruitment metrics and make data-driven decisions to improve the hiring process.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with UKG Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process.