Sr. Contract Recruiter

Neurocrine Biosciences•US SD Home Office, SD

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine, and immunological disorders. This role is employed through a preferred contingent supplier to support projects on-site or off-site for Neurocrine. The company has a diverse portfolio including FDA-approved treatments and a robust pipeline. Neurocrine Biosciences is committed to applying its insight into neuroscience to treat complex conditions and relentlessly pursues medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases.

Requirements

BS/BA degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field.
6+ years of relevant experience, with at least 2 years focused in the Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology industry.
Commitment to improving tools and processes within the functional area.
Developing reputation inside and outside the company related to expertise.
Exhibits leadership skills and ability, including leading lower levels and/or indirect teams.
Excellent computer skills, communication, problem-solving, and analytical thinking skills.
Ability to see the broader picture and understand the impact on multiple departments/divisions.
Ability to meet multiple deadlines across various projects/programs with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency.
Excellent project management skills.
Broad understanding of the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology industry.
Experience delivering full-cycle recruitment services.
Experience working and negotiating with outside search partners.
Experience in a fast-paced organization.
Proven track record in sourcing and attracting qualified candidates.
Expertise with sourcing such as LinkedIn or AI tools; experience using ATS systems required. Workday preferred.
Superior selection skills and high proficiency in assessing individuals.
Strong persuasion, influence, negotiation, and consultation skills.
Robust stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
High business acumen with the ability to communicate effectively with leaders across the organization.
Proven ability to cultivate successful relationships internally and externally.
Results-driven, demonstrating success relative to established targets and metrics.
Exceptional emotional intelligence and decision-making skills.
Strong listening, facilitation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Act as a strategic partner to hiring managers, defining, refining, executing, and communicating search strategies tailored to specific job requirements.
Collaborate closely with hiring managers to understand business needs, define unique search parameters, and provide market insights.
Specialize in technical recruiting, leveraging expertise to source and attract candidates for commercial pharmaceutical roles.
Analyze industry, products, and geographical trends to inform talent acquisition strategies and determine optimal recruiting sources.
Promote the company image to candidates and external service providers, ensuring a positive and engaging candidate experience.
Work with agencies, recruiting contractors, and third parties to conduct targeted employment advertising campaigns.
Assist with the immigration process and act as a liaison with immigration attorneys when necessary.
Identify critical skills and roles in partnership with leaders, building a proactive pipeline for future hiring needs.
Manage applicant flow meticulously, ensuring timely review, disposition, and advancement of resumes.
Facilitate and participate in candidate interviews and the selection decision process.
Partner with hiring managers to define interview team roles and focus areas using both technical and behavioral interviewing models.
Provide regular updates to the Talent Acquisition team, hiring managers, and business partners.
Participate in the selection of external search partners, as necessary.
Collaborate with HRBPs, the compensation team, and hiring managers to make job offer recommendations, secure necessary approvals, and extend offers to candidates.
Assist with the creation and enhancement of special programs and initiatives, such as employee referral programs, brand recognition improvement, interviewer training, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Other duties as assigned.