Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner - Contract

Chiesi; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive healthcare

Flexible working options

Remote work options

Job summary

Chiesi USA is seeking a highly motivated Senior Talent Acquisition Partner to lead end-to-end recruitment for scientific roles across the United States. The role reports to the Head of Talent Acquisition and focuses on building talent pipelines, advising leadership, and driving strategic hiring outcomes.

Based in the US with preference for Boston or Cary, NC, the position is a six-month contract with potential extension or conversion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience recruiting mid-to-senior scientific talent (medical, R&D, clinical, QA).
• Strategic Talent Acquisition Partner who influences hiring decisions and advises on workforce planning.
• Proven ability to build talent pipelines and engage passive candidates in competitive markets.
• Strong executive presence and consultative skills to influence stakeholders.
• Experience with labor market intelligence, talent analytics, and recruiting metrics.
• Strong understanding of TA in pharmaceutical/biotech/healthcare industries.
• Exceptional sourcing, networking, relationship-building and candidate engagement.
• Ability to manage complex searches and multiple priorities with urgency and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with ATS, CRM platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter and sourcing tech.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment and ensure high-quality candidate experience.
• Provide data-driven decisions on candidate assessment and selection.
• Advise hiring managers on talent availability, market conditions and compensation.
• Partner with HR to anticipate workforce needs and develop recruiting strategies.
• Ensure compliant, ethical recruiting practices and governance.
• Oversee contingent workforce recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Coach hiring managers on interviewing techniques and market trends.
• Maintain pipelines using ATS/CRM and nurture candidate relationships.
• Track KPIs like time-to-fill, offer acceptance, and start date accuracy.

Skills

Strategic partner

Stakeholder influence

Talent pipeline

Executive presence

Sourcing & recruitment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent experience

Tools

ATS

Talent CRM

LinkedIn Recruiter

SuccessFactors

SmartRecruiters

Job description

Chiesi USA

Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years' experience, operating in 31 countries. More than 7,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas.

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.

Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.

Who we are looking for

What you will do

Chiesi is looking for a highly motivated and proactive contract Senior Talent Acquisition Partner with a strong network in the pharmaceutical industry. Preference will be given to candidates in Cary, NC or Boston, MA.

Reporting to the Head of Talent Acquisition, this individual will be the primary Talent Acquisition Partner for all scientific (research and development, clinical development, medical) roles within the United States. The role is responsible for developing and executing talent strategies that support business objectives while serving as a proactive, consultative advisor to business leaders. The successful candidate will anticipate talent needs, influence hiring decisions, leverage market intelligence, and build robust talent pipelines to attract and secure top talent in competitive markets.

This role requires a blend of strategic partnership, workforce planning, talent acquisition expertise, and operational excellence to deliver exceptional hiring outcomes and stakeholder experiences. This role is being offered as a six-month contract, with the potential for extension and/or full-time conversion based on business needs and the successful candidate's performance and fit.

You’ll be responsible for:

Full-Cycle Recruitment

• Recruitment Process Leadership & Hiring Outcomes: Drive end-to-end recruitment efforts, ensuring a high-quality candidate experience while holding stakeholders accountable for timely decision making, interview feedback, and successful hiring outcomes.
• Candidate Assessment & Selection: Lead candidate assessment and selection activities, providing data-driven recommendations that balance technical capability, leadership potential, and organizational fit.
• Stakeholder Partnership & Talent Advisory: Serve as a trusted advisor to hiring managers and senior leaders by providing guidance on talent availability, market conditions, organizational needs, compensation considerations, and recruiting best practices. Challenge assumptions and influence hiring decisions to drive business outcomes.
• Workforce Planning & Talent Strategy: Partner with business leaders and HR to anticipate workforce needs, identify talent gaps, and develop recruiting strategies aligned with organizational priorities and growth objectives.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure all recruitment activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies while maintaining the highest standards of ethical recruiting practices.
• Contingent Workforce Management: Support contingent labor strategy and oversee recruitment and onboarding activities for contractors and consultants, including vendor coordination and related administrative processes.
• Capability Building: Provide coaching and training to hiring managers on interviewing, selection best practices, talent market trends, and effective hiring strategies.
• Talent Systems & Pipeline Management: Maintain talent pipelines and leverage ATS and CRM systems to cultivate relationships with prospective candidates and ensure data integrity.
• Reporting and Analytics: Maintain accurate record of requisitions, candidate status, and key KPIs like time to fill, offer acceptance rate, and start date accuracy.

Strategic Partnership

• Market Intelligence & Analytics: Leverage labor market insights, competitive intelligence, and recruiting metrics to inform hiring strategies, improve decision making, and proactively address talent challenges.
• Strategic Talent Acquisition & Pipeline Development: Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies to identify, engage, and attract top talent. Build and maintain robust talent pipelines and talent communities for critical roles.

Workforce Planning & Talent Strategy

• Workforce Planning & Talent Strategy: Partner with business leaders and HR to anticipate workforce needs, identify talent gaps, and develop recruiting strategies aligned with organizational priorities and growth objectives.

Employer Branding & Diversity Recruitment

• Employer Branding & Diversity Recruitment: Partner with Corporate Communications, Talent Marketing, and Global TA to strengthen Chiesi's employer brand, build diverse talent pipelines, and position the organization as an employer of choice.

Talent Programs & Process Improvement

• Talent Programs & Process Improvement: Lead or contribute to talent acquisition initiatives including recruitment technology enhancements, referral programs, employment branding efforts, and process improvements that increase hiring effectiveness and stakeholder satisfaction.

You will need to have

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent Talent Acquisition experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive talent acquisition experience with demonstrated success recruiting mid-to-senior-level scientific talent, including medical, research and development, clinical development and quality.
• Proven ability to serve as a strategic Talent Acquisition Partner, influencing hiring decisions and advising business leaders on workforce planning, talent strategies, and market trends.
• Demonstrated success proactively building talent pipelines and engaging passive candidates in highly competitive talent markets.
• Strong executive presence and consultative skills, with the ability to challenge and influence stakeholders while building trusted advisor relationships.
• Brings grit, tenacity, and a solution-oriented mindset to complex hiring challenges, continuously adapting strategies to secure high-quality talent.
• Experience leveraging labor market intelligence, talent analytics, and recruiting metrics to drive hiring strategies and business decision-making.
• Strong understanding of talent market dynamics within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare industries.
• Exceptional sourcing, networking, relationship-building, and candidate engagement skills.
• Ability to manage complex searches and multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of urgency, accountability, quality, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS), talent CRM platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing technologies.

We would prefer for you to have

• Demonstrated success filling pharmaceutical industry positions supporting rare disease, critical care, and/or neonatology therapeutic areas.
• Experience working with a global pharmaceutical company.
• Experience with SuccessFactors and/or SmartRecruiters.

Location

Preference will be give to candidates in Cary, NC or Boston, MA. Remote candidates based on the East Coast will also be considered.

What we offer

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.

We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.

Chiesi USA is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work force at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one's employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits and termination.