Talent Acquisition Specialist IV - Full-Cycle Recruiting

We're Hiring: Talent Acquisition Specialist IV!

We are seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist IV to lead our recruitment efforts and build exceptional teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in full-cycle recruiting, strategic talent sourcing, and stakeholder management to attract top-tier candidates and drive organizational growth.

Location: Plainsboro, NJ

Work Mode: On-site

Role: Talent Acquisition Specialist IV

Purpose Of The Role

Develop and implement innovative recruiting strategies and solutions to meet strategic business needs. Act as a consultative talent partner to designated business units and contribute to achieving broader business objectives. This role manages full life-cycle recruitment for management and senior-level positions across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively collaborate with senior executives and hiring managers to understand hiring needs and build strategic recruiting plans
• Implement sourcing strategies and use a variety of tools to attract high-quality talent
• Lead full-cycle recruiting: sourcing, screening, interviewing, candidate selection, offer negotiation, and onboarding coordination
• Provide a high-touch experience to candidates and hiring teams, ensuring consistent communication and seamless process management
• Act as a brand ambassador to attract top talent and create a positive candidate experience
• Build strong internal relationships and offer consultative insights to help business leaders make informed hiring decisions
  
  

Relationships

Reports to: Associate Director, Talent Acquisition Delivery

Collaborates Closely With

• HR Directors/Business Partners
• Hiring Managers (including Senior Leaders and Vice Presidents)
• External outsourcing partners and agencies
  
  

Essential Functions

Stakeholder Management:

• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and ensure timely communication on opening statuses
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to internal and external candidates
  
  

Compensation

• Design new hire compensation packages and obtain appropriate approvals
• Collaborate with Compensation and Mobility COE on expatriate and relocation matters
  
  

Reporting & Compliance

• Ensure Applicant Flow, Job Folders, and reporting comply with OFCCP/EEO and internal SOPs
• Keep applicant tracking system and job statuses up to date
• Prepare and update recruiting metrics (e.g., time to fill, cost per hire, turnover data)
• Identify opportunities for improved reporting efficiency or compliance
  
  

Strategic Talent Acquisition

• Partner with Talent Attraction to build pipelines for current and future roles
• Develop and implement creative sourcing strategies using job boards, social media, and professional networks
• Facilitate strategic recruiting meetings and create customized recruiting plans
• Conduct behavioral and competency-based interviews (phone and in-person)
• Manage external agency relationships as needed
• Deliver workforce insights and labor market trends to hiring managers and business leaders
• Consult with senior leadership to improve recruiting effectiveness
• Forecast workforce needs and support headcount planning
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (relevant HR certifications or experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
• Minimum 9 years of HR experience, including 4 years of full-cycle recruitment, preferably in a corporate setting
• Experience recruiting within pharma, biotech, or medical device sectors
• Strong data management and analytics experience (trend analysis, reporting)
• Proven ability to challenge assumptions and consult effectively with managers
• Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience with workforce planning and forecasting
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Skilled in behavioral and competency-based interviewing techniques
• Knowledge of advanced sourcing methods and use of applicant tracking systems (ATS)
• Strong understanding of HR policies, employment legislation, and assessment tools
  
  

Must-Haves

• Pharma/biotech/medical device industry experience is required (Manager will not consider candidates without this experience)
• Must have experience recruiting for specific business areas (e.g., Finance, R&D, Legal, etc.)
• Corporate recruiting experience required (not just agency)
• Strong skills in:
• Process Management
• Client Relationship Management
• Candidate Management