Talent Acquisition Partner & EE Generalist

Kite Realty Group • Indianapolis, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Kite Realty Group Trust (NYSE: KRG) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) headquartered in Indianapolis, IN and one of the largest publicly traded owners and operators of open-air shopping centers and mixed-use assets. Publicly listed since 2004, KRG has nearly 60 years of experience in developing, constructing, and operating real estate. Job Summary: We currently have an exciting opportunity for an HR Generalist-Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team in Indianapolis, IN headquarter office. This position will be responsible for delivering comprehensive HR support with a primary focus on full-cycle recruiting and strategic talent acquisition. The ideal candidate combines strong recruiting expertise with broad HR generalist capability and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Requirements

• Requires four (4) plus years of experience managing full-cycle recruitment across multiple roles.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field or equivalent work experience.
• Demonstrated experience partnering with managers on talent needs.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and best practices, including recruitment, onboarding, and data management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to build relationships with leaders and candidates

Nice To Haves

• HR Certification (e.g PHR, SPHR) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted HR partner to employees and managers.
• Provide guidance on employee relations matters and conflict resolution.
• Support performance management processes and coaching conversations.
• Assist with policy interpretation and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Support benefits administration and employee inquiries.
• Assist with engagement initiatives and employee development programs.
• Maintain accurate HRIS records and personnel documentation.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment for exempt and non-exempt positions across departments.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment and sourcing strategies.
• Pro-actively source candidates through various channels, such as job boards, social media, employee referrals, professional networks, and campus outreach.
• Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and evaluate candidates' qualifications.
• Coordinate and facilitate the interview process, including any assessments and reference checks.
• Work with EVP or Director to make job offers and manage the negotiation timeline process with candidates.
• Continuously focus on pipeline searching to build bench strength and future growth opportunities in all disciplines of the organization, especially those that are difficult to recruit.
• Manage and coordinate our robust intern program each year in conjunction with Director, Employee Experience.
• Foster strong relationships with leaders to understand business and talent needs.
• Ensure an exceptional candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding.
• Support employer branding and recruitment marketing initiatives.
• Track recruiting metrics (time-to-fill, quality of hire, source effectiveness) and provide reporting insights.
• Manage the entire pre-employment and new hire set up process which includes close coordination with IT and Hiring Manager
• Coordinate self-onboarding process for new hires within the HRIS system
• Conduct orientation sessions to familiarize new employees with company policies, culture, and HRIS tools.
• Oversee the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization including 90-day touch base.
• Use technology to improve employee experience and efficiency within processes, stay updated on
• ATS trends, suggest system improvements.
• Administer and maintain the ATS system, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Customize and configure ATS module to meet the organization's specific needs.
• Generate reports and analytics from the ATS to support Employee Experience (HR) and management decision-making.
• Train Employee Experience (HR) staff and end-users on ATS functionalities and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities, including job descriptions, candidate profiles, and offer letters.
• Assist in creating and updating EE policies and procedures.
• Build and maintain relationships with external recruitment agencies, professional organizations, and other related vendors.
• Develop and execute on a plan to establish strong presence on key college campuses and development of intern pipelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support workforce planning and Employee Experience (HR) initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with candidates and provide positive candidate experience.

Benefits

• For all full-time roles, we provide progressive benefits in and out of the office including comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance; paid disability benefits and parental leave; paid life insurance and voluntary coverage options for additional life, accident, and critical illness insurance; 401(K) matching contributions; competitive paid time off, including Volunteer Time Off; flexible work arrangements; and tuition reimbursement assistance.
• Other office perks include a “Dress for your Day” policy, collaborative workspaces, milestone service anniversary recognition and gift, stocked wellness fridge pantry, and free fitness center and parking in our corporate office.
• In addition, to enhance the well-being of our team, KRG sponsors annual flu shots and biometric screenings, facilitates various health and wellness lunch-and-learns and manages a monthly wellness education campaign.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level