Talent Acquisition Specialist (Remote)

# Talent Acquisition Specialist: Kirkland, WA: Sep 26, 2026: Sep 26, 2026## About the roleAre you interested in joining an organization with a global reach? In a world of shifting threats, Concentric is your trusted ally. Powered by elite professionals from military, government, and intelligence backgrounds. If you are passionate about intelligence, risk analysis, threat management, executive protection, security operations, or business resiliency, Concentric may be the organization you’ve been searching for!Concentric is a risk consultancy specializing in delivering strategic security and intelligence services. We provide holistic, intelligent security solutions for private clients and corporations globally. Concentric offers strategic advisory services, risk assessments, physical protection, threat intelligence, open-source monitoring, program audits, secure embedded staffing, and training for security teams and intelligence analysts.Our ultimate goal is to be recognized as the most innovative, capable, and trusted Risk Management partner in the world, and we do this by following these core values:Integrity – Collaboration - Relationships – Excellence – Creativity - ResultsJoin Us,Concentric - \"Your World Secured\"We are currently seeking to hire a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Corporate team in Kirkland! This position allows for remote work arrangements from within the United States. You'll be joining a small, tight-knit team that genuinely supports one another — we work hard, move fast, and show up for each other when it counts. We trust our team deeply, giving you the flexibility and autonomy to own your work, paired with a team that always has your back.While a Pacific Time (PT) base is preferred, we are truly open to remote candidates across all U.S. time zones. We ask that all team members maintain meaningful overlap with PST core business hours and are happy to work with the right candidate on a schedule that fits.JOB DESCRIPTIONConcentric's Talent Acquisition team moves at startup speed, with heavy requisition loads, a high volume of interviewing, and candidates and clients who expect a high-touch, white-glove experience at every step. The Talent Acquisition Specialist owns full-cycle recruiting for a demanding portfolio of roles and is expected to keep pace without letting quality or candidate experience slip. This role works in close partnership with the Talent Acquisition Business Partner, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, and Global Talent Acquisition Manager, drawing on their guidance for complex searches while independently driving the day-to-day recruiting process.RESPONSIBILITIES* Own full-cycle recruiting efforts across a high-volume requisition load from job posting and sourcing through screening, interview coordination, and offer negotiation for candidates, hiring managers, and clients.* Deliver a consistently high-touch, white-glove candidate experience through prompt follow-up, clear communication, and attentive support from first contact through onboarding.* Assess candidates through screens and interviews, recommend them to hiring managers, lead hiring team debriefs, and guide teams to confident final decisions.* Partner closely with the Talent Acquisition Business Partner, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, and Global Talent Acquisition Manager on complex searches, executive-level roles, escalations, and process alignment.* Leverage Greenhouse ATS and other recruiting technology, including AI-driven tools, to manage candidate records, streamline workflows, and keep hiring managers informed throughout the process.* Build and maintain diverse, high-quality talent pipelines through proactive sourcing and outreach, LinkedIn Recruiter, referrals, community organizations, colleges, employment agencies, media, and other channels.* Act as a brand ambassador for Concentric, representing the company externally at recruiting events, career fairs, university partnerships, and other talent engagement opportunities.* Partner with the Global Talent Acquisition Manager and Marketing to shape branded recruiting collateral and external talent-attraction strategy.* Support additional talent initiatives and projects as assigned.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS* Must be able to legally work in the country where this position is located without visa sponsorship* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field; or equivalent proven experience in recruiting or human resources.* Minimum 3 years of full-cycle recruiting specialist experience, ideally in a high-volume or agency environment* Experience engaging with senior stakeholders, including C-suite executives and client hiring managers* Familiarity with AI-powered recruiting tools and a willingness to adopt and maximize new technologies* Experience with Greenhouse ATS or similar ATS required; familiarity with G Suite, Monday.com, BrightHire, and Grayscale strongly preferred* Ability to handle sensitive employee and client matters with discretion and professionalismPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS* Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Communications, or related field preferred; equivalent experience in Recruiting and/or Human Resources accepted* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a polished, professional presence that builds credibility quickly with senior leaders, executives, and external stakeholders* Comfortable engaging and advising senior stakeholders, including C-suite leaders and external client hiring managers* Excellent customer focus with a positive, consultative, white-glove service attitude* Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, managing competing priorities and tight timelines with urgency and precision, without letting candidate experience slip* Highly organized, with proven ability to prioritize under pressure to meet deadlines* Excellent professional judgment and decision-making skills; comfortable taking initiative and working independently* Works collaboratively with the broader team to accomplish shared goals* Ability to handle confidential material while building trust and rapport with all levels of management, candidates, clients, and people from all backgrounds and experience levels* Curious and adaptable; quick to learn and apply new tools, platforms, and recruiting practices, with fluency in AI tools and modern recruiting technology and a proactive eye for automating and streamlining workflows* Familiarity with human resource practices* Goal-oriented and self-motivatedCOMPENSATION & BENEFITS* The HSA medical plan covers 100% of the premium for employee-only coverage. The PPO medical plan requires an employee contribution for employee-only coverage. For both plans, Concentric covers a substantial portion of the premium for dependents.* Concentric also offers an HSA employer contribution* Medical FSA* Employer-paid insurance: life, STD, LTD, and AD&D* 401k including employer match & immediate vesting* 11 paid holidays* Paid leave (vacation, sick, parental)* Annual Health & Wellness Benefit* Pet Insurance* National discount employee program* Employee Assistance Program for personal needs* Credentity Protection - Eclipse Digital Protection by Concentric* Free access to our Risk Intelligence Dashboard and GEAR App. Providing 24/7 access to trusted risk intelligence and remote support, helping you stay informed, prepared, and protected wherever you operate.* Dedicated Security and Intelligence Training Programs for Professional Development* Coaching and Mentoring OpportunitiesSeattle, Washington Pay Range$72,500 — $80,000 USDConcentric and SPS Global acknowledge the systemic barriers in the security industry and recognize that removing those barriers will require a collaborative and conscious effort. Concentric and SPS Global are committed to programs and initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, enhancing our organization and the broader community. We are creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr