TA Lead/ Manager

Overview

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Talent Acquisition Lead / Manager to build, scale, and optimize our recruiting function. This role will own full-cycle recruiting while also driving talent strategy, employer branding, and process improvements. The ideal candidate is both a strong recruiter and a proactive leader who can partner closely with executives and hiring managers to deliver top talent in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Hands-On Recruiting Execution

• Step in to support active requisitions and alleviate bandwidth constraints across the team

• Source, screen, and manage candidates across roles (non-transactional, full ownership model)

• Partner closely with hiring managers to problem-solve hiring challenges and drive outcomes

• Contribute to sourcing strategies, including creative approaches and Boolean search methodologies

Team Support & Mentorship

• Act as a mentor and resource for a team of recruiters who are currently stretched

• Provide guidance on requisition strategy, stakeholder management, and recruiting best practices

• Support team development while not initially coming in as a formal “manager” title

• Help elevate the overall capability of the team over time

Strategic Talent Partnership

• Operate as a true business partner (not a transactional recruiter environment)

• Collaborate with leadership on hiring strategy, prioritization, and workforce needs

• Utilize data and insights to inform recruiting decisions and improve outcomes

• Bring structure, ideas, and best practices to a growing and evolving TA function

Process & Systems

• Support continued optimization following a recent ATS implementation

• Introduce scalable recruiting practices, tools, and workflows

• Lead or facilitate initiatives such as sourcing workshops, training sessions, or process improvements

What They’re Looking For

• Strong full-cycle recruiter who is highly hands-on (“doer” mindset)

• Experience operating in a non-transactional, highly collaborative recruiting environment

• Ability to balance execution + mentorship + strategy

• Data-driven thinker who values metrics and insights

• Experience leading, mentoring, or influencing recruiters (formal management not required)

• Comfortable stepping into ambiguity and a fast-paced, evolving environment

• Industry experience is a plus, but not required

Team & Environment

• Small, collaborative Talent team

• High-touch, partnership-driven recruiting model (not high-volume/transactional)

• Team currently operating at capacity and needs immediate support

• Strong internal culture with emphasis on fit, trust, and long-term alignment