Ascend Elements Hiring for Talent Acquisition Specialist at Westborough, MA Full Time

Ascend Elements is revolutionizing the production of lithium-ion battery materials by establishing a clean and sustainable supply chain using recycled feedstock. Its patented Hydro-to-Cathode™ technology directly synthesizes new cathode materials from spent lithium-ion cells more efficiently than traditional methods, resulting in reduced cost, improved performance, and lowered GHG emissions. The results are lower cost, better performance batteries with fewer discarded in landfill, a cleaner manufacturing process, and a truly sustainable closed-loop circular battery economy. Ascend Elements is taking the lithium-ion battery industry to a higher level.

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will work as part of our evolving Recruiting and Human Resources team!

Responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to:

• Develop, facilitate, and implement all phases of the recruitment process.
• Collaborate with department managers to identify and draft detailed and accurate job descriptions and hiring criteria.
• Identify and implement efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on the available role, industry standards, and the needs of the organization.
• Use a broad and varied spectrum of recruiting channels; i.e., LinkedIn, Networks, Associations, Affinity groups etc.
• Ensure full and broad use of Applicant tracking system
• Assist with job posting and advertisement processes.
• Screen applications and select qualified candidates.
• Schedule interviews; oversee preparation of interview questions and other hiring and selection materials.
• Assist with the interview process, attending and conducting interviews with managers, directors, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the hiring manager and/or other human resource staff during the offer process, identifying and recommending salary ranges, incentives, start dates, and other pertinent details.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies.
• Attend and participate in college job fairs and recruiting sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field or equivalent work experience required
• At least five years of full cycle recruiting experience
• Demonstrate track record of successful high volume recruitment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with good negotiation tactics
• Ability to create and implement sourcing strategies for recruitment for a variety of roles.
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to hiring and recruitment
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn applicant-tracking software or other recruitment systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

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