Assistant, Talent Acquisition

UNAVAILABLE; New Jersey; On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Career advancement

Bonus opportunity

Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday

Job summary

Spencer's and Spirit is seeking an Assistant, Talent Acquisition in New Jersey to support sourcing, interviewing, onboarding, and campus recruiting efforts. You will work closely with the Talent Acquisition team to build talent pipelines for corporate, intern, and temporary roles.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and customer-focused, with 1–2 years in HR or talent acquisition and proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated initiative, sense of urgency, and ownership in achieving results.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to navigate changing priorities and business needs.
• Passion for talent acquisition, candidate experience, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Support the Talent Acquisition team in sourcing and talent pipeline development for corporate, intern, and temporary positions.
• Utilize LinkedIn, job boards, and other sourcing tools to identify, engage, and build relationships with prospective candidates.
• Conduct candidate phone screens and assist with candidate evaluation activities for designated positions.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews, including candidate communication and travel arrangements when applicable.
• Facilitate reference checks and support the timely completion of pre-employment requirements.
• Manage onboarding activities for full-time, intern, and temporary hires.
• Coordinate system access, equipment requests, and other onboarding requirements for new hires.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for new hires throughout the pre-employment and onboarding process to ensure a positive experience.
• Monitor and facilitate the completion of onboarding paperwork and employment documentation.
• Partner with Learning & Development and other internal stakeholders to support new hire orientation and readiness initiatives.
• Assist with campus recruiting and internship program logistics, including maintaining supplies and coordinating materials as needed.
• Represent the company at professional networking and college recruiting events as a brand ambassador.
• Serve as backup support for the Senior Administrator to ensure continuity of Talent Acquisition operations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Interpersonal Skills

Initiative

Independent Work

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LinkedIn

Job Boards

Job description

Overview

We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: “Life’s a Party, We’re Makin’ It Fun!” and “So Much Fun It’s Scary!”

At Spencer’s and Spirit, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.

One Team / One Goal

We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it’s developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes

• Flexible work environment
• Career advancement
• Competitive base salary
• Bonus opportunity
• Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k with a company match
• 30% merchandise discount

Responsibilities

The Assistant, Talent Acquisition provides recruiting and onboarding support while helping deliver an exceptional candidate experience. This role partners closely with the Talent Acquisition team to drive sourcing and pipeline development, coordinate interviews, facilitate onboarding activities, and assist with the day-to‑day execution of recruiting initiatives. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, service-oriented, and passionate about connecting talent with opportunities.

• Support the Talent Acquisition team in sourcing and talent pipeline development for corporate, intern, and temporary positions
• Utilize LinkedIn, job boards, and other sourcing tools to identify, engage, and build relationships with prospective candidates
• Conduct candidate phone screens and assist with candidate evaluation activities for designated positions
• Coordinate and schedule interviews, including candidate communication and travel arrangements when applicable
• Facilitate reference checks and support the timely completion of pre‑employment requirements
• Manage onboarding activities for full‑time, intern, and temporary hires
• Coordinate system access, equipment requests, and other onboarding requirements for new hires
• Serve as a primary point of contact for new hires throughout the pre‑employment and onboarding process to ensure a positive experience
• Monitor and facilitate the completion of onboarding paperwork and employment documentation
• Partner with Learning & Development and other internal stakeholders to support new hire orientation and readiness initiatives
• Assist with campus recruiting and internship program logistics, including maintaining supplies and coordinating materials as needed
• Represent the company at professional networking and college recruiting events as a brand ambassador
• Serve as backup support for the Senior Administrator to ensure continuity of Talent Acquisition operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Human Resources, or a related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated initiative, sense of urgency, and ownership in achieving results
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to navigate changing priorities and business needs
• Passion for talent acquisition, candidate experience, and delivering exceptional customer service

The pay range reflects the potential base salary range for this role. Individual base pay is determined by various factors such as relevant experience and skills, and the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Pay Range

$50,000 - $60,000