HarbourVest Partners

HarbourVest Partners

Director, Talent Acquisition - Americas

Boston · Director

Sponsorship not specified$150k-$160kDetected 32 days ago
Brand StrategyRecruitingPerformance ManagementLeadershipCommunicationMentoringProcurement

About the role

  • As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking.
  • In our collegial environment that's marked by low turnover and high energy, you'll be inspired to grow and thrive.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the America's region talent acquisition strategy to help the firm achieve high-growth business priorities and workforce plans
  • Manage a high-performing TA team of three recruiters, including goal setting coaching, and performance management, to deliver exceptional candidate and hiring manager experiences
  • Lead the design and execution of proactive sourcing strategies including market mapping, talent pooling and direct outreach for critical roles
  • Deepen existing strategic sourcing partnerships with universities and professional associations to source talent and build the HarbourVest brand, including representation at events, career fairs or industry conferences
  • Partner closely with the HR colleagues and hiring managers to ensure hiring processes are inclusive
  • Partner with Marketing to strengthen employer branding and recruitment marketing across digital channels, events, and partnerships to position the firm as an employer of choice

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
  • 8+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience, including at least 3-5 years leading a recruiting function or team
  • And other responsibilities as required
  • Proven success leading a team to implement talent acquisition strategies that improve hiring outcomes
  • Strong background in proactive sourcing including use of LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS talent rediscovery, market mapping, and passive candidate engagement strategies
  • Data-driven approach with experience using recruiting analytics and dashboards to drive decisions
  • Excellent communication and relationship building skills with the ability to partner effectively with senior leaders and cross- functional stakeholders

Nice to have

  • Data-driven and comfortable using metrics dashboards and market insights to inform decision making
  • A creative problem solver who identifies new ways to source talent
  • An expert relationship builder who forges strong partnerships with business leaders
  • A hands-on sourcing leader who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves to identify candidates
  • Experience in Private Equity or financial services is preferred, but not required

Skills

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  • HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer.
  • This position will be a hybrid work arrangement.

Compensation

  • $150,000.00 - $160,000.00
  • This USD base salary range represents only one component of total compensation for this role and is provided in accordance with local requirements.
  • This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, which is determined based on individual and overall firm performance.
  • In addition to salary and bonus, total compensation may include eligibility for long-term reward programs and a comprehensive total rewards package that may include retirement, health, insurance, paid time off, and wellness programs.
  • Please note the posted ranges do not apply outside the U.S. and should not be converted to other currencies as a proxy for compensation in other countries.

Benefits

  • Education Preferred
  • Our total rewards offerings are influenced by several business factors, and eligibility for certain components will vary by position and geography.

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