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Ceres, Inc Hiring for Manager, Talent Acquisition (Boston) at Boston, MA Full Time

Full Job Description

Apply for our Manager, Talent Acquisition role.

Organization

Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres tackles the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses.

For more information about Ceres, please visit our website (www.ceres.org).

About the Role
The TA Manager generally works remotely but on occasion, may be required to work from Ceres’ Boston office. As such, candidates must live within a commutable distance to our Boston location.

The Talent Acquisition Manager will oversee recruitment and recruitment strategy for various positions at all levels, building and maintaining a pipeline of prospective candidates. and engaging in Ceres’ employer branding activities. Ceres commitment to an inclusive and equitable workplace will require a person who shares a similar commitment and can speak to external audiences about the benefits and opportunities of employment at Ceres. This job offers an opportunity for a strategic, people-centered, Talent Acquisition professional with integrity and an equity and inclusion mindset. The position is full-time and s to the Director, Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning. Primary duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Recruitment
    • Maintain and develop a pipeline of eligible candidates for future open positions
    • Conduct interviews virtually or in-person
    • Source, screen, qualify or reject candidates based on interview feedback and resume reviews
    • Serve as the contact person for questions from candidates
    • Develop proactive recruitment strategy to source diverse qualified candidates
    • Host kick-off meetings with hiring manager, reviewing recruitment strategy, training hiring managers and teams on interview process, posting open positions, screening candidates, directing applications to appropriate parties, scheduling interviews, and conducting assessments for candidates,
    • Actively develop new relationships with external partners to increase Ceres’ pool of candidates for all positions, with a special focus on building a more diverse pool of candidates
    • Serve as primary recruitment contact with professional organizations, networks, specific colleges, and universities relative to recruitment strategy. Support other members of the TA team during vacation or other leaves.
    • Meet regularly with Director, Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning to review needs from Program areas.
  • Outreach and Branding
    • Organize Ceres staff to serve as ambassadors in our recruitment practices
    • Attend recruitment events specifically to expand our brand identity outside the New England and greater San Francisco areas.
    • Partner with Ceres MarComms staff to develop materials and increase Ceres online footprint to expand our outreach efforts to attract more candidates, with a particular focus in diversifying our candidate pool
    • Manage special projects as assigned by the Director, Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning
Qualifications
We understand that there are many paths to acquiring expertise and experience. Therefore, we welcome candidates from diverse and nontraditional backgrounds for this role who have demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to carry out the major duties outlined in this job description, including the following required skills:
  • Bachelor’s degree required or commensurate experience.
  • At minimum, 5 years of work experience, in progressive roles of responsibility in the field of Talent Acquisition
  • Strong project management skills and ability to prioritize projects. Proven track record of successfully completing projects on time and within budget.
  • Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, proven ability to demonstrate initiative and motivation.
  • Proven ability to manage confidential information in an appropriate manner.
  • Strong ethical sensibility and critical thinking ability.; Ability to look at problems as opportunities.
  • Interest in building a workplace where inclusion and equity for all people is valued and demonstrated. And in being part of a diverse workforce and willingness to support Ceres’ Commitment to Inclusion and Equity.
  • Strong attention to detail and good follow-through on projects and communication.
  • Effective presentation style as well as strong speaking and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Prior experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization, a plus.
  • Knowledgeable of the Microsoft Office Suite (outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, teams, SharePoint), and comfortable with CRM systems such as Salesforce
Compensation and Benefits
The hiring salary is $85,000 to $90,000 paired with competitive benefits. Ceres offers fantastic benefits including opportunities for hybrid and remote work; 82% or 85% (depending on your coverage election) employer paid health insurance and 90% employer paid dental insurance; a 403(b) retirement plan with a generous match that starts on day one; generous allowances for professional development, commuter, and work from home expenses; flexible spending accounts to set aside money on a pre-tax basis for eligible expenses; 10 holidays, generous vacation, and additional paid time off including a week-long winter break, summer Fridays, and sick, personal, and parental leave.

Ceres Culture
Everyone has a role to play in the movement towards a more just and sustainable world.

At Ceres, we are committed to intentionally and carefully curating, engaging, and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We endeavor to create a supportive environment that sparks innovation, fosters respect, and allows Ceres employees, in all roles at all levels, to come together equally to be fulfilled, successful, and to thrive.

Ceres is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, and we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.

If you have questions related to the above statement or need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact our ADA Coordinator at [email protected]. Please note, this email address is for ADA inquiries only.

To Apply
We encourage all applicants to check out our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying: www.ceres.org. Please submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references through our online application.

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  • Job Title: Ceres, Inc Hiring for Manager, Talent Acquisition (Boston) at Boston, MA