Lead Talent Acquisition - Executive Recruiting Associate

AT&T•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Talent Acquisition Associate supports all phases of executive search execution, including talent mapping, candidate identification and engagement, market intelligence, research, reporting, and project management. The role partners with Executive Talent Acquisition leadership to develop search strategies, build diverse executive talent pipelines, and provide market insights that inform hiring and business decisions. It requires strong research and analytical capabilities, relationship-building skills, intellectual curiosity, business acumen, and ownership. The position is full-time and onsite at the designated work location five days per week, in Atlanta, Georgia, or Dallas, Texas. Relocation is not available. The role is scheduled for 40 hours per week and is paid within an annual salary range of $106,100 to $178,200, with individual starting pay potentially dependent on geography, experience, expertise, and education or training.

Requirements

At least 5 years of related experience.
Certification is required in some areas.
Ability to work onsite five days per week at the designated work location.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired.

Responsibilities

Partner with Executive Talent Acquisition leadership to develop and execute search strategies for executive-level hiring initiatives.
Conduct executive talent mapping and market research to identify high-potential leadership candidates across industries and functions.
Build and maintain executive talent pipelines aligned with current and future business needs.
Identify, qualify, and engage executive candidates through direct outreach and relationship-building.
Support search kick-off meetings, calibration discussions, and ongoing search progress reviews.
Provide updates on candidate activity, market dynamics, and search progress.
Assist with candidate assessment, referencing, and evaluation throughout the search lifecycle.
Research and analyze executive talent markets, competitors, organizational structures, and industry trends.
Co-develop talent intelligence reports, talent maps, and competitive market analyses to support strategic workforce planning.
Gather and synthesize market intelligence into actionable insights for business and talent acquisition leaders.
Maintain expertise in talent trends across technology, product, sales, operations, finance, and corporate functions.
Build trusted relationships with executive candidates and passive talent.
Conduct outreach and initial candidate qualification conversations.
Maintain engagement with prospective candidates to cultivate long-term executive talent pipelines.
Provide timely communication and professional interactions to ensure a strong candidate experience.
Represent AT&T’s culture, leadership opportunities, and value proposition to the executive talent market.
Manage multiple executive search projects while maintaining quality and urgency.
Coordinate project timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communications.
Maintain accurate candidate, market, and search information in AT&T systems and recruiting tools.
Ensure data quality, reporting accuracy, and documentation.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid time off and holidays, including at least 23 vacation days per year and 9 company-designated holidays, based on hire date
Paid parental leave
Paid caregiver leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
Adoption reimbursement
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life and accidental death insurance
Supplemental benefits, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and group legal programs
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (including fiber where available), and AT&T phone