Thorlabs Hiring for Talent Acquisition Leader at Newton, NJ, US Full Time

The Talent Acquisition Leader will be responsible for developing and leading all strategic aspects of talent acquisition worldwide and manage the U.

S. talent acquisition function. The primary goal for this role is to attract, hire and retain top-tier talent to ensure the continued success and growth of the organization.

The incumbent will own the recruitment lifecycle and candidate experience globally while managing the U.S. Talent Acquisition team and actively recruiting for open positions.

The leader oversees recruiting for exempt, non-exempt and a non-union hourly workforce. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.

Travel to recruiting events required.

Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to :

Develops and implements a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy aligned with the business strategy and meets the needs of a rapidly growing organization.

Develops recruiting, sourcing, and retention strategies specific to the U. S. labor market and related action plans while implementing best practices to support the talent needs of the organization.

Uses various traditional and non-traditional recruiting techniques.

• Serves as primary liaison between senior leadership and the site recruiting team. Collaborates with the leaders to understand their talent needs and provide strategic guidance.
• Develops, implements, and administers process, tools, and materials to streamline and improve efficiencies while maintaining a positive candidate experience.

Utilizes data driven insights to assess and enhance the effectiveness of recruitment strategies.

Drives the development and execution of employee branding initiatives to position the company as an employer of choice.

Develops materials to create a unified approach to recruiting globally, with consistent messaging.

• Foster relationships with industry networks, university, and professional organizations to strengthen the company’s brand in the talent market.
• Oversees filling of all open positions / requisitions in a timely fashion and with a diverse slate of candidates.
• Oversees all stages of a positive candidate experience including advertising, application, interviews, and onboarding. Gathers data from new hires on their experience and improves processes accordingly.
• Manages the U.S. Talent Acquisition team by providing leadership, direction, and mentoring and fostering culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the recruiting team and throughout the Human Resources department.
• Drives results, ensuring that staffing activity is meeting / exceeding company’s requirements and promotes inclusive policies and practices for applicants and employees.
• Fosters the internal job posting process and program to current employees to drive a culture of internal movement and all employees fulfilling their career potential.
• Prioritizes diversity and culture in every step of the recruitment process.
• Participate in and host recruitment events to drive awareness of our company.
• Contributes to the development and consistent execution of best practices in staffing and recruitment using labor market analysis.

Provides metrics s on a weekly basis.

• Implements strategies and tactics to address high volume, rapid response, and initiative-taking recruiting needs for a growing company.
• Collaborates with management and recruiting teams to identify and remove obstacles related to filling open positions.
• Develop a network of potential future hires and continually builds relationships with the local and science community to foster the recruitment effort to bring in new employees.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

In addition to the essential functions and duties listed above, all positions are also responsible for :

• Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that follows all Company policies and procedures.
• Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in full-cycle recruiting
• Minimum 5 years of management or leadership experience, including experience managing a remote team.
• Experience in developing and implementing a talent acquisition strategy.
• Experience in collaborating with a global workforce.
• Demonstrated success in developing a diverse slate of candidates and meeting diversity, equity, and inclusion goals
• BA / BS degree in Business, HR, Communications or related field of study or equivalent working experience.
• Master’s degree or relevant certifications a plus
• Strong knowledge of Human Resources computerized information systems and databases, preferably a relational database
• Thorough understanding of all U.S. federal and state regulations affecting areas of recruitment and selection and remains current with changes in employment laws.
• Knowledge of general global employment practices
• Good business acumen and a desire to learn about the business / industry.
• Experience leading and developing a team with various skill levels.
• Proficient in MS Office products
• Takes Initiative and results driven.
• Able to work independently and make decisions within department and company framework / policies / practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute / lead multiple teams.
• Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities within the department.
• High commitment to customer service to internal and external clients
• Possess an elevated level of integrity; must always show good judgment and the strictest confidentiality.
• Show elevated level of professionalism within the workplace.
• Demonstrated experience in analyzing and solving problems.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively.
• Excellent communicator including making clear and effective presentations of ideas / recommendations both orally and written
• Communicates in a professional manner acting an ambassador for the organization.
• Change leader who introduces innovative ideas and implements original approaches.
• Fosters a team environment

Other :

Travel up to 10-20% of working time.

Organizational Relationships

Direct s :

Talent Acquisition Specialists, Talent Acquisition Assistants, Talent Acquisition Coordinators

This position manages all employees of the department and is responsible for the performance management, development and hiring of the employees within that department.

Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer.

Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

Benefits

Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few..