Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition SpecialistEAB's Recruiting team is seeking a full-cycle Talent Acquisition Specialist to support searches across multiple levels and divisions. In this role you will partner with Business Partners and hiring teams in developing candidate sourcing and evaluation strategies, owning the process from search kickoff to offer negotiation and closing.This position will be based in Richmond, Virginia or Washington, D.C.This position is also listed as Corporate Recruiter for posting purposes; the official title of this hire is expected to be Senior Recruiter to align with EAB business norms.Primary Responsibilities:Manage the full candidate life cycle: attract, select, schedule, interview, and negotiate offers to close candidatesDevelop a critical eye for candidates by fully understanding the unique needs of various business lines and job profiles; conduct comprehensive interviews that test for qualificationsMarket the firm to candidates, driving interest in EAB with a keen sense of what sells in competitive job markets and how to present our opportunities in a compelling wayDrive decision making with line managers to expedite the hiring processSuccessfully manage the offer delivery and candidate "sell" process – create and deliver compelling and equitable offer proposals, ask probing questions to understand the factors in a candidate's decision-making process, and coordinate efforts to effectively address questions or concerns with the ultimate goal of securing an acceptanceAnalyze market and recruiting data to inform strategy, sourcing and evaluating talent effectively, and pivoting as needed to meet desired goalsPartner effectively with fellow recruiters to share candidate pipelines and contribute to team hiring goalsServe as a consultative talent partner, translating evolving business needs into practical, equitable recruiting strategies; advise hiring teams on role definition, talent market realities, assessment strategy, and hiring tradeoffsBuild structured, consistent selection processes that support fair evaluation and sound decision-makingAdapt quickly across business lines, job profiles, and shifting hiring priorities while maintaining a strong candidate experienceIdentify and implement approved process improvements, including thoughtful use of evolving technology and toolsParticipate in special projects (e.g., recruiting campaigns, referral triaging, sourcing strategies, process optimization working groups, training modules and presentations)Basic Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree3+ years of relevant full-time professional experienceExperience and proven success in a full-cycle recruiting roleDemonstrated ability to influence and advise hiring managers through complex searchesExperience using structured, job-related criteria to evaluate candidates consistently and equitablyAbility to work and collaborate successfully on a geographically dispersed teamProven experience managing multiple, competing priorities, with strong attention to detailIdeal Qualifications:Proven experience with both high touch and high volume full-cycle corporate recruitingExperience successfully leveraging applicant tracking systems and advanced candidate sourcing techniquesProven goal orientation and ability to achieve or exceed target metrics and expectations with searches across varied functions, levels, and hiring volumesExperience improving recruiting processes, tools, and/or candidate and hiring manager experiencesHigh emotional intelligence with ability to build rapport quickly and navigate sensitive situations effectivelyImpeccable written and spoken communication skills, emphasizing empathy and diplomacySound judgment and discretion when navigating sensitive, high-stakes, or ambiguous situationsExperience in professional services and/or education industryCommitment to embracing a continual learning environment and contributing to a dynamic and welcoming culture of fairness, authenticity, and belonging in support of EAB's mission, values, and aspirationIf you've reached this section of the job description and are unsure of whether to apply, please do! At EAB, we welcome new perspectives and learn from each other's unique experiences. We would encourage you to submit an application if this is a role you would be passionate about doing every day.Compensation:The anticipated starting salary (base) range for this role is $60,000 - $74,000 per year. Actual salary varies due to factors that may include but not be limited to relevant experience, skills, and location. At EAB, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the starting salary range for their role.This hire will additionally be eligible for discretionary bonus or incentive compensation. Variable compensation may depend on various factors, such as individual and organizational performance.Benefits:Consistent with our belief that our employees are our most valuable resource, EAB offers a competitive and inclusive benefits package. Our benefits currently include:Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; dependents and domestic partners eligible20+ days of PTO annually, in addition to paid firm and floating holidaysDaytime leave policy for community service and flextime for fitness activities (up to 10 hours per month each)401(k) retirement savings plan with annual discretionary company matching contributionHealth savings account, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account, and pre-tax commuter plansEmployee assistance program with counseling services and resources available to all employees and immediate familyWellness programs including gym discounts, incentives to promote healthy living, and family access to the leading app for sleep, meditation, and relaxationFertility treatment coverage and adoption or surrogacy assistancePaid parental leave with phase back to work program for birthing and non-birthing parentsAccess to milk shipping service to support nursing employees during business travelDiscounted pet health insurance coverage for dog and cat family membersCompany-provided life, AD&D, and disability insuranceFinancial wellness resources and membership in a robust employee discount programAccess to employee resource groups, merit-based advancement, and dynamic professional growth opportunitiesThis opening is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time; EAB will thus consider candidates who possess U.S. work authorization that does not require employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.At EAB, we believe that to fulfill our mission to "make education smarter and our communities stronger" we need team members who bring a diversity of perspectives to the table and are committed to fostering a workplace where each team member is valued, respected and heard.To that end, EAB is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we make employment decisions on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. We don't discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.