Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist Department: Human Resources Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Pittsburgh, PA Reporting To: Felicity Graham Description Location - Pittsburgh Why Confluence? At Confluence, we’ve always been driven by a commitment to innovation, precision, and partnership in the investment data space. Our global footprint now spans multiple countries, giving our employees the opportunity to get exposure to other countries and cultures. And it stands to reason that none of this would have been possible without the hundreds of hard-working employees who work at Confluence. More about the role & team As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will manage vacancies end to end, from initial intake through to offer and onboarding. You will partner closely with hiring managers to shape role requirements, create clear hiring documentation, and define an approach that fits each role. Your primary focus will be on owning and progressing vacancies, including how roles are marketed, how candidates are assessed, and how processes move forward. You will act as a consistent point of contact for hiring managers, ensuring hiring activity is organised, visible, and delivered to plan. Alongside this, you will have the opportunity to take a more proactive approach to hiring. This includes building talent pipelines, identifying and engaging future candidates ahead of demand, and contributing to how we attract talent more effectively. You may also support initiatives across automation, tooling, and process improvement to enhance how recruitment is delivered. Take full ownership of vacancies and see the impact of your work end to end Build deeper partnerships with hiring managers, influencing how roles are shaped and delivered Develop your skills in proactive hiring, including talent pipelining and direct sourcing Get exposure to wider Talent Acquisition work, including talent attraction, automation, and process improvement Join a dynamic, global environment where you can develop consistency and scale your experience This role offers a mix of day to day delivery and opportunities to broaden your scope over time. What skills and experience do I need to succeed? Experience managing recruitment processes end to end across multiple vacancies Experience developing and adapting hiring strategies based on role requirements and market conditions Ability to partner with hiring managers, providing clear guidance, updates, and recommendations Experience producing hiring documentation such as role summaries and job adverts Experience coordinating interviews, managing feedback, and supporting hiring decisions Comfortable using recruitment systems and tools, including ATS platforms Able to manage workload independently while operating within a wider TA or HR function Attention to detail in maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with data protection requirements Experience using direct sourcing methods, including LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and talent pools Experience working in a structured, process driven TA environment Exposure to recruitment automation or AI supported tools Experience contributing to TA process improvements or change initiatives Relevant degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience) What do we offer? Confluence offers generous benefit packages for team members. As a growing, global organization, we are always looking for ways to ensure that our employees can access benefits that matter to them and their families. This includes: Generous Time Off packages including additional half days with each public holiday in your location. Global Career Development opportunities Social Events Referral Bonus scheme - Upto $3,000 per successful referral Plus many more! More about the Location We offer flexible working options for all employees. This role is ideally based in Pittsburgh with some in office working, but we would also consider candidates across the North East US. If further afield you must be able to travel to the Pittsburgh office a few times per year. Values We look for people who align with our 4 values. Integrity Face reality with honesty, courage and accountability Imagination Deal creatively with challenges and envision what the world could be Discipline Build good habits into reflexes which become a part of our life Service Committed to the success of others Note that are only able consider those who are permanent US citizens or Green Card holders. Pre-Employment Screening Disclaimer As part of our recruitment process, we carry out identity checks on all candidates. Offers of employment are conditional upon the completion of satisfactory background checks prior to the commencement of work. These checks may include verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history, and other relevant pre-employment screening. Please note that additional checks may be required depending on the nature of the role and the jurisdiction in which the role is based or operates. These may include, but are not limited to, criminal record checks or financial background checks where applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr