Talent Acquisition Business Partner

Opry Entertainment Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Opry Entertainment Group is seeking a Talent Acquisition Business Partner to manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing through onboarding. You will partner with business leaders and HR teams to support workforce planning and attract top talent in our Nashville office.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of recruiting experience, experience with an ATS, and familiarity with marketing, social media, and employment branding.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of recruiting experience required.
• Working experience with an ATS.
• Experience with marketing, social media, and/or employment branding strongly preferred.
• Degree in a related area or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders and HR teams to develop recruiting strategies that support operational and long-term workforce needs.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for assigned positions, including sourcing, candidate assessment, interviewing, offer development, negotiation, onboarding support, and candidate experience management.
• Conduct interviews and candidate evaluations to assess qualifications, experience, competencies, and organizational fit, providing hiring leaders with informed recommendations.
• Support HR Business Partners on recruiting processes, candidate assessment techniques, and hiring best practices.
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines through proactive sourcing, networking, referrals, educational partnerships, professional associations, social media, and other recruiting channels.
• Analyze recruiting and workforce data to identify trends, measure effectiveness, and provide recommendations that support talent acquisition objectives.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Interviewing techniques

Problem solving

Confidentiality and integrity

Education

Related degree or equivalent experience

HR certification preferred (HRCI/SHRM)

Tools

ATS

Microsoft Office

Job description

As a Talent Acquisition Business Partner with Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. (RHP) and Opry Entertainment Group (OEG), you will manage the full recruitment lifecycle including sourcing, interviewing, and making hiring recommendations. Partnering with business leaders and Human Resources teams, you will support talent acquisition and workforce planning efforts, helping the organization attract and hire top talent. As the ideal candidate, you bring strong business acumen, relationship-building skills, recruiting expertise, and the ability to influence talent outcomes across the organization. Reports to Director of Employee Relations.

• Partner with business leaders and HR teams to develop recruiting strategies that support operational and long-term workforce needs.
• Serve as a trusted talent advisor by providing guidance on labor market conditions, sourcing strategies, candidate availability, selection processes, and hiring best practices.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for assigned positions, including sourcing, candidate assessment, interviewing, offer development, negotiation, onboarding support, and candidate experience management.
• Conduct interviews and candidate evaluations to assess qualifications, experience, competencies, and organizational fit, providing hiring leaders with informed recommendations.
• Support HR Business Partners on recruiting processes, candidate assessment techniques, and hiring best practices.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for the applicant tracking system and recruiting technologies, supporting user adoption, process optimization, and system enhancements.
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines through proactive sourcing, networking, referrals, educational partnerships, professional associations, social media, and other recruiting channels.
• Participate in talent acquisition initiatives related to process improvement, technology implementation, change management, workforce planning, and operational excellence.
• Analyze recruiting and workforce data to identify trends, measure effectiveness, and provide recommendations that support talent acquisition objectives. Prepare and communicate recruiting metrics, pipeline activity, talent market insights, and hiring progress to stakeholders.
• Monitor emerging recruiting trends, labor market conditions, and talent acquisition best practices, recommending innovative approaches to strengthen hiring outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

• Degree in a related area or equivalent experience preferred

Experience

• 4+ years' recruiting experience required
• Working experience with an ATS
• Experience with marketing, social media, and/or employment branding strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams and requisitions to meet deadlines
• Considerable skill in interviewing techniques and excellent customer service
• Working knowledge of federal and state laws regarding employment practices
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to balance priorities in a changing environment
• Proven ability to establish trust and demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Proficient in Microsoft Office. Ability to quickly learn various HRIS and talent acquisition systems
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to support business needs and to travel to offsite locations as needed.

Licenses / Certifications

• HRCI or SHRM Certification preferred

Physical Requirements

Speak and hear for in-person and virtual communications and use of both near and distance vision for computer work, document review. Frequently sit with some walking and standing for office/property navigation. Frequently lift/carry up to 5 lbs. Continually use gross motor skills with frequent use of bi-manual dexterity and fine motor skills for computer use.

Working Conditions

In-office position based in a corporate environment with individual workspaces and shared common areas which support focused work while encouraging regular interaction among colleagues. Moderate background noise typical of a collaborative office setting. Occasionally work within the entertainment, hotel, or restaurant venues.