HR Specialist - Talent Acquisition

Lidl US, LLC • Arlington, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Talent Acquisition Specialist efficiently identifies, attracts, screens, and selects high-caliber candidates to ensure corporate staffing vacancies are filled in a timely and effective manner. Operating out of corporate headquarters, this role serves as a subject matter expert in corporate recruitment, executing the full talent acquisition lifecycle from requisition management to candidate onboarding. By analyzing recruitment metrics, establishing diverse candidate pipelines, and collaborating closely with hiring managers, the specialist optimizes sourcing strategies within the retail e-commerce sector while maintaining strict compliance with employment standards and organizational goals.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field focused on application-oriented professional and process knowledge. (In lieu of degree: 1–2 years of retail floor experience + demonstrated success supporting store processes).
• 1-3 years of specialized full-cycle recruitment experience within a corporate or retail business environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of corporate recruitment principles, industry staffing best practices, and federal and state employment compliance requirements.
• Technical proficiency utilizing corporate Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), human resource information databases, and standard spreadsheet software to manage large talent pipelines.
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven capability to monitor hiring metrics and make data-driven process recommendations.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to process complex information and present it clearly, precisely, and persuasively to diverse target audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills, demonstrating an ability to listen actively, adapt communication styles, and build trusting professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Recruits qualified candidates through various corporate channels, including applicant databases, social media networks, employee referral programs, and professional placement agencies, to build a diverse talent pool.
• Screens incoming applications, reviews resumes against role specifications, and conducts thorough pre-screening interviews to assess candidate capability and organizational fit.
• Coordinates and schedules structured selection interviews via corporate scheduling protocols and communication software in collaboration with hiring managers.
• Manages offer letter processes, negotiates specific terms of employment, initiates background check verifications, and tracks applicant progression through the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Facilitates a premium candidate experience from initial contact through the onboarding and introductory phases to support a smooth organizational transition.
• Partners with corporate hiring managers and senior talent acquisition leaders to understand organizational personnel strategies, operational constraints, and specific departmental hiring needs.
• Compiles, reviews, and analyzes key recruitment metrics and campaign performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness of sourcing methods and drive continuous process improvements.
• Updates and maintains formalized job descriptions and person specifications to ensure role requirements accurately reflect the evolving demands of the retail grocery business environment.
• Identifies and proposes practical solutions to streamline internal business workflows and support the implementation of new national and international corporate human resources initiatives.
• Builds strong, collaborative networking relationships with cross-functional internal partners and teams to foster communication and trust throughout the hiring ecosystem.

Benefits

• Medical & Prescription
• Dental
• Vision coverage
• Paid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO) to use for sickness or vacation
• Dedicated training plans to ensure you are set up for success
• 401k Plan (+ 5% company match)
• Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance
• Total Well-Being Program
• DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree