Talent Acquisition Partner Sr.

Westerra Credit Union•Denver, CO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Talent Acquisition Partner is a trusted recruiting partner and hands-on talent expert responsible for delivering high-quality hiring outcomes that support Westerra’s business strategy and member experience. This role leads full lifecycle recruiting while partnering closely with hiring leaders to align hiring decisions with workforce needs, team priorities, and long-term business goals. This role plays an active part in workforce planning by helping leaders anticipate talent needs, assess gaps, and translate those needs into effective hiring and sourcing strategies. The Senior Talent Acquisition Partner also strengthens Westerra’s talent brand, builds sustainable talent pipelines, and continuously improves the hiring manager and candidate experience. This role balances strong execution with thoughtful partnership and shared accountability for hiring outcomes.

Requirements

6+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition.
Experience in corporate/in-house recruiting with direct ownership of end-to-end hiring for a single organization preferred.
Demonstrated experience managing full-lifecycle recruiting across multiple roles and functions.
Experience partnering directly with hiring leaders and HR partners in a consultative, execution-focused capacity.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other workplace productivity tools
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with candidates, hiring managers, and stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and apply new knowledge and skills on the job
Highly detail oriented with strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and follow through
Maintains a high level of professionalism and confidentiality when handling sensitive information
Leverages AI-enabled tools thoughtfully to enhance sourcing, screening, communication, and operational efficiency, while ensuring accuracy, minimizing bias, and maintaining a strong human-centered candidate experience
Comfortable leveraging recruiting technologies, platforms, and data insights to improve efficiency, decision making, and outcomes
Adaptable and open to new tools, processes, and ways of working in a changing talent landscape
Can be accountable for managing projects/processes, working independently with limited supervision
Acts autonomously on most decisions; seeks guidance on more complex judgments
Advanced understanding of the business line and a growing understanding of the overall organization and competitive environment
Able to handle problems that are difficult and sometimes complex
Ability to influence timelines, expectations, and proactively negotiate within department

Responsibilities

Lead full cycle recruiting from intake through offer and onboarding coordination, ensuring timely, high-quality hiring outcomes.
Partner with hiring leaders to translate business and workforce needs into clear role requirements, aligned hiring plans, and effective sourcing strategies.
Develop proactive pipelines through sourcing, networking, referrals, and market engagement to meet current and future talent needs.
Partner with leaders on offer strategy and effectively close candidates.
Ensure a consistent, transparent, and positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
Align hiring practices with Westerra’s culture, values, and commitment to equitable and compliant hiring.
Lead intake and strategy conversations to clarify hiring needs, success profiles, and timelines.
Serve as a strategic partner by providing guidance on talent availability, market trends, and internal equity.
Support workforce planning by helping leaders anticipate hiring needs, identify talent gaps, and prioritize roles aligned to business objectives.
Translate workforce plans into actionable recruiting strategies and pipeline approaches.
Coach hiring managers on effective interviewing, selection, and decision-making practices.
Provide regular updates on progress, risks, and adjustments needed to meet hiring goals.
Strengthen Westerra’s employment brand through authentic candidate engagement and compelling job marketing.
Build and maintain diverse, high-quality talent pipelines for critical roles.
Represent Westerra in external events and networking opportunities as needed.
Continuously improve the candidate and hiring manager experience using feedback, data, and best practices.
Maintain and optimize the ATS to ensure data accuracy, compliance, and efficient workflows.
Track and use recruiting metrics (time to fill, pipeline health, experience feedback) to improve outcomes and inform decisions.
Partner with HR and compensation to align hiring decisions with budget, equity, and workforce priorities.
Ensure compliance with policies and employment laws.
Support and improve recruiting programs (e.g., referrals) and processes.
Stay current on recruiting trends, tools, and market insights.
Provide guidance and coaching to less experienced team members as needed.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Three health plans through UMR that offer a variety of coverage options, including HSA and FSA options
Two dental plans through Delta Dental
Basic life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability
20+ days of paid time off (PTO) per year
Anniversary time off that consists of 1+ days of paid leave for each anniversary year (PLAY)
16 hours of volunteer time off (VTO) per year
11+ paid holidays
401(k) that includes up to 6% match
Up to 2% off the rate on a new Westerra mortgage, applicable to primary residence, second home, or investment property
2% off Auto/RV/Motorcycle Loans
Up to $5250 per year for educational reimbursement
4 weeks of paid parental leave
Mental health resources including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Individualized learning and development programs