Talent Acquisition Partner

Description Funko Overview: Welcome to the Funko-verse, a world built on pure imagination, a land governed by the philosophy that stories matter, a universe comprised of characters from countless fandoms, a galaxy of once upon a times and happily ever afters. But what does Funko do? Funko is a purveyor of pop culture and licensed-focused collectibles company. Funko currently holds thousands of licenses and the rights to create tens of thousands of characters – one of the largest portfolios in the pop culture and collectibles industry. Funko’s Pop! Vinyl is the number one stylized vinyl collectible on the market, selling millions of figures to fans around the world. As the Global Talent Acquisition Partner based in our Burbank office, you’ll help deliver a strong candidate experience while supporting hiring needs across teams and time zones. You’ll manage end-to-end recruitment for a variety of roles, partnering closely with hiring managers and People & Culture leaders to build strong pipelines, run efficient processes, and land world class talent. What You’ll Do Own full cycle recruiting for roles supporting US and global teams (scope may include corporate, commercial, and/or operations roles depending on hiring plans). Partner with hiring managers to align on role requirements, interview plans, scorecards, and timelines. Proactively source and engage talent using a mix of LinkedIn, networking, referrals, and targeted outreach. Screen candidates, coordinate interviews, and guide stakeholders through selection and offer decisions. Maintain accurate, real-time activity and candidate notes in the ATS (Jobvite experience is a plus). Manage candidate communication from initial outreach through offer acceptance, ensuring a timely and professional experience. Support offer processes and pre-onboarding steps in partnership with People & Culture to ensure smooth transitions. Track and report recruitment metrics and pipeline health, aligned globally; share insights and recommendations to improve outcomes. Support global TA projects as needed (process improvements, interview training, talent mapping, etc.). Work closely with the recruiting team to build and drive adoption of standardized, scalable hiring processes across the company, while supporting consistent and inclusive hiring practices aligned with Company standards. Manage relationships with external partners (agencies, vendors) when required, ensuring quality and value. Maintain up-to-date working knowledge of current employment legislation and market trends to keep Funko at the forefront of top-quality recruitment standards. Additional miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned, which may include cross-team initiatives What You’ll Bring Bachelor's degree or equivalent 4-6 years of full life cycle recruiting experience in a corporate environment (consumer products industry is a plus) Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (experience with Jobvite a plus) Experience sourcing, identifying, attracting, and securing talent through traditional and/or passive (creative) recruiting methods; Utilize recruiting tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, to identify talent for position requirements Blended experience in both technical and non-technical recruiting Proven experience sourcing and closing leadership candidates, up to VP level Strong Communication Self-starter mentality; comfortable with ambiguity, limited direction, and establishing something from nothing Impeccable communication skills (both written and verbal) and attention to detail Creativity, persistence, confidence and a relentlessly positive attitude are a must! Salary Information The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $73,600 - $110,000 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units. What Funko Offers Funko offers a competitive compensation package with full benefits and a 401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company. Most importantly, we offer a creative work environment with people who love pop culture just as you do. Can’t wait to gush about your latest binge? Neither can we! Looking for a place where your favorite pop culture t-shirt will receive the compliments it deserves? We know how you feel! Funko is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Work Environment The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. This on-site position is based in Burbank, CA. Locals will be considered first. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cerebras