Talent Acquisition Specialist
Fully remote position
Description:
1. Recruiting Technology and Tools Proficiency
2. Data Analysis and Talent Insights
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
4. Skilled Trade Recruiting EXP
The Opportunity
We are seeking a progressive, high-energy Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead recruitment efforts across multiple business functions for high volume hourly, skilled trades and salary non-exempt positions. In this role, you will design and execute innovative talent acquisition strategies that attract top talent and support our organization’s growth. You will partner closely with HR and business leaders to ensure alignment with workforce planning and deliver a world-class candidate experience. This position offers autonomy, strategic influence, and the opportunity to mentor peers while driving impactful recruiting initiatives.
How You Will Impact:
• Develop and implement recruiting strategies focused on speed, quality, diversity, and candidate experience.
• Proactively source and build pipelines using creative strategies and grassroots efforts.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners and hiring managers to understand workforce needs and deliver tailored solutions.
• Act as an external employment market expert, advising on talent trends, competitor practices, and sourcing strategies.
• Drive employer branding initiatives to position Smurfit WestRock as an employer of choice.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and internal policies throughout the recruitment process.
• Optimize recruitment technology and tools to improve efficiency and candidate engagement.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including intake sessions, interview facilitation, and post-interview debriefs.
• Analyze recruiting data and performance metrics to identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Mentor and guide less experienced team members, sharing best practices and industry insights.
• Influence stakeholders through data-driven insights and strategic consultation on talent acquisition best practices.
• Participate in employer branding campaigns and community outreach to strengthen talent pipelines.
What You Need to Succeed
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of corporate recruiting experience; agency experience is a plus.
• High-volume hourly and Skilled Trades recruiting experience
• Proven success in developing and executing diversity recruiting strategies.
• Strong business acumen and ability to align talent strategies with organizational goals.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make strategic recommendations.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills to engage stakeholders and candidates.
• Experience recruiting across multiple levels and functions (professional, technical, leadership).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Willingness to travel for site visits, recruiting events, and training as required.
PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.