Life Sciences TA Manager - RPO Leader

Korn Ferry; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Competitive vacation/benefits

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Korn Ferry is seeking an RPO Talent Acquisition Manager to support a Life Sciences client and guide the day-to-day operations of a customized RPO solution from Cambridge, MA. You will partner with clients as a strategic advisor and lead a recruiting team to deliver high-quality hires.

You will oversee project execution, staffing methodology, metrics, and client communications, while driving continuous improvement and ensuring adherence to SOW/SLA.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of leadership experience in talent acquisition.
• 5+ years in biopharma/Life Sciences.
• Strong understanding of full life cycle recruiting and industry practices.
• Understanding of recruiting metrics and reporting standards.
• Familiarity with SLA’s/SOWs in the business.
• Understands revenue and pricing models and P&Ls.
• Computer skills with Excel and PowerPoint; numeracy.
• Familiarity with HR laws and functions.
• Business development/sales orientation.
• Strong track record of leading recruiter teams.
• Ability to analyze complex data and make recommendations.
• Excellent planning and organizing; multitasking in high-volume environments.
• Clear, concise client communication in large groups.
• Interacting across diverse cultures.
• Adaptability as the organization evolves.
• High professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute project work plans; define responsibilities and metrics.
• Identify resources and assign roles; monitor team performance.
• Maintain awareness of sourcing strategies and improve client approach.
• Enforce project standards and review deliverables before client delivery.
• Prepare project reviews with client and senior management; escalate issues.
• Facilitate regular status meetings and keep stakeholders informed.
• Ensure timely documentation and client/management reporting.
• Track hours and expenses; support SOW/SLA requirements.
• Identify business development and add-on opportunities for projects.
• Manage day-to-day client interaction and set expectations.
• Communicate client needs and evaluate recruiting solutions.
• Pursue opportunities to increase customer satisfaction.
• Maintain knowledge of client business and objectives.
• Suggest process improvements and drive change.
• Inspire and evaluate team performance; support career development.
• Manage a small requisition load when needed.

Skills

Leadership experience

Life sciences industry

Full lifecycle recruiting

Recruiting metrics

SLA/SOW familiarity

P&L understanding

Excel

PowerPoint

HR knowledge

Business development

Team leadership

Data analysis

Planning and organizing

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Korn Ferry is seeking an RPO Talent Acquisition Manager to support a Life Sciences client and guide the day-to-day operations of a customized RPO solution from Cambridge, MA. You will partner with clients as a strategic advisor and lead a recruiting team to deliver high-quality hires.

You will oversee project execution, staffing methodology, metrics, and client communications, while driving continuous improvement and ensuring adherence to SOW/SLA.