Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding Partner

Playtech•Atlantic City, NJ

7d•$68,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a high-energy Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding Partner to drive full-cycle, fast-paced recruitment for our on-site Atlantic City, NJ studio. In this dual-focused role, you will aggressively source top talent while creatively leveraging social media platforms to elevate our employer brand and engage active candidate pipelines.

Requirements

Must be able to work hybrid schedule at our Atlantic City, NJ studio.
Must have prior recruitment experience within the gaming or hospitality industry.
Must be eligible and qualified to obtain and maintain a New Jersey Gaming License.
Proven familiarity with HRIS systems (ADP preferred) and modern Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
Hands-on experience managing employee onboarding paperwork, including mandatory I-9 verifications and employment eligibility compliance.
Must be 21 years of age or older (regulatory requirement).
Associate degree or bachelor’s degree preferred.
2–3 years of experience in fast-paced, high-volume recruitment.
Proven track record of utilizing social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, etc.) as recruitment tools and business development techniques to build employer brand equity.
Ability to design and draft engaging recruitment marketing content tailored to social channels.
Solid understanding of offer and contract management alongside effective candidate closing strategies.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Solid understanding of US labor regulations, anti-discrimination laws, data privacy, and gaming commission compliance guidelines.
Strong candidate empathy, a service-oriented mindset, exceptional organizational skills, and clear stakeholder management capabilities in a high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

Manage the full-cycle talent acquisition process for the Atlantic City studio, including sourcing, screening resumes, conducting structured phone/video screens, and coordinating on-site interviews.
Own the studio onboarding process, ensuring high-volume new hires are processed efficiently. This includes executing precise I-9 verifications, conducting background checks, and ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
Coordinate and guide candidates through the comprehensive regulatory onboarding process, facilitating the mandatory New Jersey Gaming License application and background checks.
Develop, create, and launch compelling content across social media platforms to boost employer branding, highlight studio culture, and drive candidate engagement.
Maintain, update, and manage candidate and employee data within internal recruitment platforms and HRIS systems (such as ADP).
Utilize advanced sourcing methods (ATS, social recruiting, localized networking, and referral programs) to build proactive talent pools for high-volume studio roles.
Write inclusive, clear job descriptions, post to targeted local and national channels, and actively source passive talent.
Represent the company on-site and at local job fairs, campus recruiting events, and Atlantic City industry networking events to attract top-tier talent.
Respond quickly to shifting business needs, unexpected talent shortages, or periods of rapid studio growth.
Partner closely with studio hiring managers and department heads to anticipate staffing needs, align on candidate profiles, and achieve talent acquisition goals.
Build and sustain strong, positive relationships with active applicants, passive talent, and past employees for future opportunities.
Maintain clear, professional communication with management and peers while keeping sensitive and confidential information restricted to authorized individuals.
Perform additional duties as instructed by management to support general studio growth and People & Culture initiatives.