Recruiting Manager

Taconic Biosciences • Rensselaer, NY

10d • $90,000 - $100,000 • Remote

About The Position

Do you have a passion for connecting people with roles where they can thrive, collaborating across teams, and using data to drive smart recruitment decisions? If so, we want to meet you. The Location: Taconic Biosciences is seeking a Recruitment Manager to join our dedicated Human Resources team. This role is primarily remote (90%) with occasional onsite needs (approximately 10%). We strongly prefer candidates located within commuting distance of our Germantown, NY or Rensselaer, NY sites. Qualified candidates must be based in the United States and comfortable working Eastern Standard Time hours. The Pay Range: $90,000 - $100,000. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors. These factors include geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions and could exceed the advertised salary range, however, please note that the upper end of the range is not guaranteed to be offered. What we offer: Insurance within 30 days or less which includes options for medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and more! 20 days paid time off plus 6 additional holidays and 1 floating holiday Annual Bonus Program Work life balance 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match Tuition reimbursement Career advancement opportunities Commitment to training and providing you with the skills you need for success All employees receive access to 24/7 telemedicine (including mental health), short- and long-term disability and life insurance If you are looking for a rewarding career and the opportunity to grow, apply today! The Role: The Recruitment Manager is a hands-on, strategic partner responsible for leading full-cycle recruitment efforts across the organization. In this individual contributor role, you will collaborate closely with hiring managers, HR colleagues, and leaders across all levels to deliver a thoughtful and consistent hiring experience. You will design and execute recruiting strategies that align with business needs, strengthen Taconic’s employer brand, ensure compliance with state and federal hiring regulations, and continuously improve the efficiency and quality of our hiring processes. As the primary point of contact for all recruitment activities, you will drive both day-to-day execution and long-term process optimization, building scalable practices that support immediate staffing needs and future workforce goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or equivalent technical/managerial experience
• Minimum of 4 years of recruitment experience and/or related training
• Proven success recruiting across multiple levels and functions
• Proficiency with ATS platforms (JazzHR preferred) and other HR technologies
• Strong communication and influencing skills, including partnering effectively with hiring managers and senior leadership
• Proactive, mission-driven, and comfortable navigating change
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of recruitment-related compliance requirements (EEO/AA, OFCCP, pay transparency, state-specific laws, recordkeeping)

Nice To Haves

• Process-improvement mindset with the ability to streamline workflows and build scalable practices
• Data-driven approach; comfortable working with metrics, reporting, and datasets to inform decisions
• Experience with, or willingness to learn, Power BI or other data visualization tools, and ability to collaborate with IT on reporting
• Project management strengths, including planning, prioritization, and managing strategic work alongside daily recruiting needs
• Ability to build strong partnerships with external organizations (colleges, workforce programs, agencies)
• Highly collaborative, relationship-focused, and able to work effectively across HR and operational teams

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage recruiting processes to attract, evaluate, and select qualified candidates through multiple sourcing channels
• Maintain compliance with all recruitment and hiring regulations (EEO, OFCCP, state/federal employment laws, recordkeeping requirements, etc.)
• Lead and refine recruiting programs, policies, and procedures to support a consistent and high-quality hiring experience
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, align recruitment strategies, and provide consultative guidance
• Serve as a liaison with employment agencies, colleges/universities, workforce development programs, and industry organizations
• Analyze, interpret, and communicate recruitment metrics to support data-driven decision-making and process improvements
• Develop, post, and manage job advertisements and sourcing strategies
• Identify and implement improvements to the ATS, interview processes, and overall recruitment workflows

Benefits

• Insurance within 30 days or less which includes options for medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and more!
• 20 days paid time off plus 6 additional holidays and 1 floating holiday
• Annual Bonus Program
• Work life balance
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Commitment to training and providing you with the skills you need for success
• All employees receive access to 24/7 telemedicine (including mental health), short- and long-term disability and life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees