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Aquent; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Vision coverage

Dental insurance

Paid sick leave

401(k) match

Job summary

Aquent is seeking a strategic Talent Advisor for a hybrid role based in Westlake Austin, TX. You will shape talent acquisition strategies and partner with HR to recruit for hard-to-fill roles across multiple business functions.

You will own the end-to-end recruiting process, conduct hiring manager intake meetings, provide market insights, and lead sourcing through the best channels to attract high-quality candidates. The role emphasizes inclusion and impact.

Qualifications

• Proven recruiting experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Experience in developing and implementing talent acquisition strategies.
• Strong organizational and time management skills in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of labor markets and talent pools; ability to provide market insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of talent acquisition strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to fill hard-to-fill roles across functions.
• Own end-to-end recruiting: sourcing, assessment, and offers.
• Conduct intake meetings with hiring managers, aligning position impact and expectations.
• Identify effective sourcing channels and coordinate targeted outreach events.
• Assess candidate quality, fit, and cultural alignment for long-term success.

Skills

Strategic recruiting

Sourcing

Stakeholder management

Interviewing

Labor market insight

MS Office

ATS

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

ATS

Job description

This is a hybrid role in Westlake Austin, TX.

Aquent is proud to partner with a premier financial services organization that stands at the forefront of empowering individuals and institutions to achieve their financial aspirations. This client is recognized for its unwavering commitment to innovation and client success, fostering an environment where talent thrives and makes a tangible difference.

Are you a strategic recruiting expert eager to drive significant impact by shaping the future workforce of a leading financial services institution? We are searching for a dynamic Talent Advisor to join our team. In this critical role, you will not just fill positions; you will be a pivotal architect of talent acquisition strategies, directly influencing the growth and success of the organization by bringing in exceptional individuals for hard-to-fill roles across various business functions. Your expertise will be key to unlocking new capabilities and ensuring our client continues to lead the industry.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the development and execution of innovative talent acquisition strategies, processes, and capabilities that directly support the organization's core business functions.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders and Human Resources partners to strategically identify and secure top-tier talent for critical, hard-to-fill roles at all levels.
• Own the end-to-end recruiting process, from creating comprehensive sourcing strategies to candidate assessment and offer management.
• Conduct in-depth intake meetings with hiring managers, providing expert market insights and education to ensure clear alignment on position impact and expectations.
• Proactively identify and leverage the most effective online sourcing channels and organize targeted industry outreach events to attract and engage high-quality candidates.
• Rigorously assess candidate quality, skills, and cultural fit to ensure successful, long-term placements that contribute to the organization's success.

Qualifications:

• Proven recruiting experience with a track record of increased levels of responsibility.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing effective talent acquisition strategies.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior telephone and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence effectively.
• Deep understanding of current labor markets and talent pools, with the ability to provide strategic insights.
• Strong proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS).

Aquent is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment- one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

This includes:

• A choice of three major medical plans (including vision coverage) plus dental insurance
• Paid sick leave for all hourly talent in the U.S. and Canada
• 401(k) with a match and immediate vesting
• Exclusive employee discounts through Promo Code: Aquent