Talent Acquisition Partner
Talascend is currently seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner for a contract opportunity in Warren, Michigan.
Overview
The role involves leading full-cycle recruitment for engineering roles, aligning talent strategies with business goals, and delivering exceptional candidate experiences in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead full-cycle recruitment for engineering roles, aligning talent strategies with business goals and workforce needs.
- Build strong partnerships with HR managers and business leaders to understand hiring priorities and drive strategic planning.
- Leverage market insights and talent intelligence to inform recruiting strategies and support headcount forecasting.
- Deliver a high-touch candidate and stakeholder experience through proactive communication and operational excellence.
- Participate in HR and business meetings to share recruiting updates, data-driven insights, and align on talent initiatives.
- Continuously evaluate and enhance sourcing methods, tools, and processes for improved recruiting effectiveness.
- Educate and advise hiring leaders on market trends, candidate expectations, and onboarding best practices.
- 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with a strong focus on engineering and technology roles is required.
- High School Diploma, experience is more important than education.
- 8-10 years experience (flexible)
- Proven success partnering with senior and executive-level stakeholders in a complex, matrixed organization.
- Deep understanding of technical engineering roles (e.g., software engineering, systems architecture, controls, robotics, battery, design…).
- Proven experience using data and analytics to tell a compelling story and inform recruiting strategies.
- Familiarity with technical assessment tools (e.g., HackerRank, Codility) and structured interview frameworks.
- Proficiency with ATS platforms (preferably Workday) and sourcing tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, Entelo, or SeekOut.
- Strong executive presence, strategic thinking, and ability to influence at all levels.
- Agile, curious, and solutions-oriented—comfortable navigating ambiguity and change.
- Resilient, resourceful, and committed to delivering results with integrity.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Experience recruiting for high-growth or innovation-focused teams.
- Passion for building inclusive, high-performing teams.
Shift
8AM – 5PM Hybrid M, F - Remote T, W, TH - Onsite
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.