Talent Acquisition Specialist

Department: People & Culture / Human Resources Reports To: Recruitment Manager Location: Torrance, Ca in office Position Summary The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing key employee experience processes across the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding & offboarding for all USA, Canada & Mexico stores. This role ensures a seamless and compliant employee experience from hire to separation while supporting both Retail (store teams) and Support Center (corporate teams). The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail‑oriented, and passionate about delivering a positive employee experience in a fast‑paced, multi‑site retail environment. Key Responsibilities Onboarding & New Hire Experience Coordinate and manage end-to-end onboarding for new hires across Retail and Support Center Ensure completion of new hire paperwork, background checks, I-9 verification, and system setup Partner with hiring managers to ensure a smooth and engaging first‑day experience Monitor onboarding progress and ensure timely completion of required training and documentation Offboarding & Employee Transitions Manage the offboarding process for voluntary and involuntary separations Ensure accurate and timely system updates, final pay coordination, and exit documentation Conduct exit processing in partnership with HR, Payroll, and IT Maintain professionalism and consistency throughout employee exit experiences Employee Experience & HR Support Serve as a key point of contact for lifecycle‑related employee inquiries Support consistent and positive employee experience across all stages of employment Partner with HR Business Partners, Payroll, and Talent Acquisition on employee transitions Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and employee experience Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred) 2–4 years of HR experience, preferably in HR operations, onboarding, or employee support roles Experience in retail or multi‑site environments strongly preferred Knowledge of onboarding processes, unemployment claims, and accommodation practices Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment Strong communication and customer service skills Experience with HRIS systems preferred Key Competencies Employee experience mindset Strong organizational and process management skills Attention to detail and accuracy Confidentiality and professionalism Problem‑solving and follow‑through Collaboration across HR functions Adaptability in a fast‑paced retail environment Success Measures Smooth and timely onboarding and offboarding processes Accurate and compliant unemployment and accommodation case handling Positive employee experience during transitions Strong documentation accuracy and audit readiness Effective collaboration with HR, Payroll, and external partners Continuous improvement of lifecycle processes #J-18808-Ljbffr