Talent Acquisition Partner

Talent Acquisition Partner

6-Month Contract | Washington, DC | Hybrid | $35-$44/hour

LHH is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Partner for a six-month contract opportunity with a growing, mission-driven organization in Washington, DC. This position has the potential to extend based on business needs.

This is an ideal opportunity for a creative, proactive recruiter who knows how to go beyond posting jobs and waiting for applicants. You’ll own full-cycle recruiting for a diverse mix of specialized roles while partnering closely with hiring managers and building talent pipelines across U.S. and international markets.

What You’ll Do

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for approximately 10-15 open requisitions at a time
• Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and develop targeted recruitment strategies
• Proactively source passive candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean searches, referrals, professional networks, and niche talent communities
• Recruit across a variety of functions, including editorial, creative, marketing, IT, and professional services
• Develop pipelines for specialized and hard-to-fill positions
• Conduct candidate screens and manage candidates throughout the interview process
• Coordinate interviews and maintain consistent communication with candidates and hiring teams
• Manage the offer process, including salary discussions and negotiations
• Support recruiting across U.S. and international markets and communicate effectively with individuals from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds
• Maintain accurate candidate and recruiting activity within the ATS

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of full-cycle recruiting or talent acquisition experience
• Strong experience with proactive sourcing and direct candidate outreach
• Proven ability to manage multiple requisitions and shifting priorities
• Creative sourcing approach with the ability to identify talent outside of traditional applicant pools
• Experience partnering directly with hiring managers throughout the recruitment lifecycle
• Strong interviewing, candidate assessment, negotiation, and relationship-management skills
• International or multicultural recruiting experience strongly preferred
• Experience recruiting specialized, creative, editorial, media, marketing, IT, or professional services talent is a plus
• Experience with iCIMS is preferred but not required

Position Details

• Type: 6-month contract with potential for extension
• Location: Washington, DC
• Schedule: Currently primarily remote with occasional in-person collaboration; expected to transition to a more structured hybrid schedule as the organization establishes its new office
• Pay: $37-$44/hour, depending on experience

The ideal candidate is resourceful, adaptable, and comfortable rolling up their sleeves . You should enjoy the challenge of finding hard-to-reach talent, developing creative sourcing strategies, and owning the recruiting process from initial outreach through offer.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to