Talent Acquisition Specialist

Richmond National•Glen Allen, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to recruit top technical talent for our fast-growing IT department. In this role, you will partner with IT Directors and Managers to understand hiring needs and manage the recruiting workflow, ensuring open roles are filled efficiently. You will join a small, collaborative HR team at a company recognized for its outstanding culture. The ideal candidate has a strong background in fast-paced technical recruiting and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Requirements

2+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, primarily focused on technical roles including software engineering, data engineering, IT infrastructure, and other technology-related positions.
Experience partnering with technical teams and a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle, Agile methodologies, and corporate IT operations.
Excellent communication skills with a strong ability to build and manage relationships at all levels of the organization, from entry-level to executive.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement, and make informed decisions.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost professionalism, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
Hands-on experience using HR software and/or Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). Experience with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding, ensuring compliance with company policies and all applicable employment laws.
Work with hiring managers to gather job requirements, develop a recruiting plan for each position, and source candidates through a variety of tools and methods.
Assess applicants’ relevant knowledge, skills, soft skills, experience, and aptitudes for each role.
Perform job and task analysis to document job requirements and objectives, and maintain up-to-date job descriptions and job postings.
Draft, extend, and negotiate offers in alignment with company policies.
Act as a key point of contact for internal teams and candidates during the selection and onboarding process.
Continuously evaluate and refine recruiting processes to reflect industry best practices, ensuring fairness, inclusivity, and regulatory compliance.
Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the recruiting process to uphold our company’s reputation as a “Top Workplace” in Richmond.
Other recruiting and/or HR-related tasks and projects as assigned.