Talent Acquisition Specialist

A Career at HARMAN
As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you'll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.About the Role

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the talent strategy and driving end-to-end recruitment across the organization. You will lead and mentor a team of recruiters while partnering closely with business leaders and stakeholders to understand hiring needs and deliver top talent aligned with business objectives. Your leadership and recruitment expertise will directly impact organizational growth, employee quality, and overall business success.

What You Will Do

• Lead and manage the entire recruitment lifecycle, from requisition to onboarding, ensuring timely and quality hires across multiple departments and levels.

• Mentor, coach, and develop a team of recruiters, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.

• Collaborate with hiring managers and senior stakeholders to define recruitment requirements, align talent acquisition strategies, and ensure a strong candidate fit.

• Design and implement innovative sourcing strategies using diverse channels such as job boards, social media, referrals, talent pools, and direct outreach.

• Drive diversity and inclusion initiatives within recruitment to build a diverse workforce aligned with organizational values.

• Enhance candidate experience by streamlining recruitment processes, maintaining clear communication, and providing timely feedback.

• Monitor and analyze recruitment metrics and market trends to optimize hiring strategies and report progress to leadership.

• Manage relationships with external vendors and recruitment agencies to augment sourcing efforts and control costs.

• Ensure compliance with recruitment policies, labor laws, and internal standards.

• Lead recruitment-related initiatives and projects that improve overall talent acquisition effectiveness.

What You Need

• 8-12 years of experience in talent acquisition with proven expertise in managing end-to-end recruitment processes.

• Strong leadership experience in managing and developing recruitment teams.

• Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence hiring managers and senior leadership.

• Expertise in advanced sourcing techniques and recruitment technologies including ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter.

• Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze recruitment metrics and adapt strategies accordingly.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Bachelor's / Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., SHRM, HRCI) are a plus.

What is Nice to Have

• Experience working in a high-growth or tech-focused organization.

• Proven track record of driving diversity hiring initiatives and employer branding activities.

• Familiarity with workforce planning and talent market intelligence.

• Experience managing recruitment budgets and vendor partnerships.

• Knowledge of labor laws and compliance related to hiring practices.

What Makes You Eligible

• Demonstrated success leading recruitment teams to deliver high-impact hires across multiple business units.

• Ability to partner effectively with business leaders in fast-paced and complex environments.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a pragmatic approach to overcoming hiring challenges.

• Comfortable working in hybrid or flexible work models.

• Passionate about building a strong employer brand and enhancing candidate experience.

• Detail-oriented and process-focused, yet adaptable to change.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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