Talent Acquisition Team Leader

Pharmaron•Exton, PA

62d•$100,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We're seeking a strategic and hands-on Talent Acquisition Team Leader to drive recruitment excellence across all divisions of a fast-growing health tech organization. This role leads a team of Talent Acquisition Partners and is responsible for designing and executing scalable hiring strategies that attract top talent in medical devices and technology. Reporting to the Director of HR, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, champion employer branding, and implement best-in-class recruitment operations. You'll oversee full-cycle hiring, enhance candidate experience, and lead strategic projects that improve efficiency, compliance, and quality. If you're passionate about building high-performing teams and shaping the future of talent acquisition, this role offers impact, visibility, and growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (Master's preferred).
10+ years of experience in Recruitment and/or Talent Acquisition, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership role.
Proven success in high-volume and specialized hiring within the pharma, biotech, or life sciences sectors.
Strong knowledge of recruitment technologies, ATS platforms, and sourcing tools.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and coaching skills.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment.
Hands-on experience with candidate sourcing and interviewing
Understanding of full cycle recruiting
Excellence in utilization of recruitment search tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter
Familiarity with online job-hunting websites
Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems and resume databases
Proven ability to speak the language of scientists
Excellent relationship building skills with hiring managers
Expertise in the production of compelling advertising copy
Excellent interviewing skills and ability to identify desirable candidates
Coaching and Mentoring skills
Influencing skills
Accurate with a close attention to detail
Effective written and oral communication skills
Excellent presentation skills
Proven negotiation skills

Nice To Haves

Degree and/or PhD in Chemistry or relevant scientific discipline would be desirable.
Experience leading remote or distributed teams is a plus.
Graduate recruitment experience would be an advantage

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of Talent Acquisition Partners across multiple sites and functions.
Develop and implement enterprise-wide recruitment strategies aligned with business goals.
Partner with senior leaders and hiring managers to forecast hiring needs and support workforce planning.
Actively recruit desired talent directly.
Drive employer branding initiatives to attract top talent in medical devices and technology.
Oversee full-cycle recruitment operations, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and quality.
Implement and optimize TA systems, tools, and processes to support scalability and data-driven decision-making.
Champion candidate experience and ensure consistent, inclusive, and engaging hiring practices.
Lead strategic projects to improve recruitment metrics, onboarding effectiveness, and team performance.
Prepare and monitor turnover and retention rates (company-wide and by department).
Calculate recruiting KPIs (e.g. time-to-hire and time-to-fill).
Provide training and guidance to hiring managers on interviewing, selection, and offer management.

Benefits

Insurance including Medical, Dental & Vision with significant employer contributions
Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account
Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
100% Employer-paid Employee Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
401k plan with generous employer match
Access to an Employee Assistance Program

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