Talent Acquisition Lead

UNKNOWN; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid schedule

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with profit sharing

Professional growth stipend

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Bodewell Group is seeking a Talent Acquisition Lead to drive recruitment strategy and candidate pipelines in a hybrid San Diego environment. You will advise hiring managers, post strategic roles, and source top talent across public affairs and outreach domains.

Reporting to the Chief People Officer, you will own the full-cycle recruitment process, optimize time-to-close metrics, and help shape BWG’s talent strategy as the organization grows.

Qualifications

• 8+ years recruitment experience in infrastructure, public affairs or related industry.
• HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR) or equivalent education preferred.
• Organized, detail-oriented and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment across BWG, from posting to offers.
• Develop sourcing strategies to build pipelines for public affairs, PR, and outreach roles.
• Maintain a strong industry presence and network through events and online channels.
• Advise hiring managers on market trends, candidate availability and risks.
• Collaborate with HR and leadership to forecast recruitment needs and initiatives.
• Develop job descriptions and postings that attract top talent and reflect BWG values.
• Ensure smooth onboarding in partnership with HR and maintain accurate candidate data in the HRIS.

Skills

Sourcing strategies

Candidate pipeline development

Hiring manager advisory

Communication

Education

SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/PHR or HR-related education

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

Job description

Description

Bodewell Group is seeking a full-time Talent Acquisition Lead to lead the company’s recruitment efforts, build strong candidate pipelines, and deliver strategic talent solutions to support the organization’s continued growth. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, the Talent Acquisition Lead plays a pivotal role by delivering strategic talent outcomes to the growing Bodewell Group (BWG) workforce. This role focuses on attracting top talent, advising hiring managers, and helping shape the talent acquisition process and strategy of BWG as the company continues to expand. This individual will oversee all aspects of recruitment, from job description creation and posting to sourcing, reviewing, and building the candidate pipeline. This individual will rely heavily on proactive sourcing to meet the company’s hiring goals, primarily using LinkedIn Recruiter as well as networking, industry-specific job boards, and more to attract candidates. As this role matures, this individual may play a larger part in our LinkedIn employer branding strategy, in conjunction with marketing, to help shape the future of our talent attraction through strategic posting and partnerships. Success in this role will primarily be measured by time-to-close metrics.

About Bodewell Group

At Bodewell Group, progress starts with people.

We are a strategic engagement agency advancing the modern building blocks of society—water, energy, transportation, land and technology. Our 130+ team partners with public and private sector leaders to build understanding, align stakeholders and move complex initiatives forward, shaping the systems that communities rely on every day.

We invest in the best and brightest—innovative thinkers, strategic advisors and collaborative problem-solvers who are committed to enhancing human prosperity and quality of life for generations to come. Recognized as a Certified Great Place to Work (2025–2026), we foster a culture grounded in trust and shared purpose while creating space for balance, connection and a life outside of work.

If you want to do meaningful work that shapes communities and grow your career alongside people you trust, you’ll find your place at Bodewell.

Position

Location and Travel: This person must be based in San Diego. Bodewell operates on a hybrid schedule, with three days onsite each week. Occasional travel to regional offices and locations may be required to attend networking events, recruiting events, career fairs, and other talent-related activities.

Compensation

The annual base salary for this position is determined based on several factors, including the candidate's geographic location, experience, qualifications, job-related skills, internal equity, and applicable market conditions.

A typical annual base salary range for this role is $85,000–$105,000 (plus bonus opportunity). Depending on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and position within the range, the role may be classified as either exempt or non-exempt in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Conduct full-cycle recruitment for all open roles across BWG, including sourcing, screening resumes, conducting telephone screens, interviewing, reference checks, and creating and extending job offers.
• Identify strategies and sourcing channels to build a pipeline of candidates for a wide range of public affairs, public relations and public outreach roles based on our project pipeline (projects range from government to private companies).
• Establish and maintain a strong industry presence, leveraging a professional online and social media presence, prospecting talent through your network; regularly attend industry events to continue curating a strong industry network.
• Provide trusted advice and insight into hiring managers by using broad interviewing and assessment techniques to validate candidate skills and knowledge.
• Consult with hiring managers and provide updates on the job market, candidate availability, sourcing methods, recruitment risks, and regional challenges.
• Collaborate internally with the Resource Manger to forecast recruitment needs and initiatives based on upcoming project work.
• Develop job descriptions and job postings geared towards attracting talent and accurately sharing the benefits and opportunities of joining BWG.
• Act as the primary guide throughout the recruitment process and ensure a smooth transition to the onboarding experience in partnership with the Human Resources team.
• Continuously identify opportunities for process-improvement.
• Use recruitment data and metrics to gain valuable insights into recruitment trends and incorporate into overall recruitment strategies.
• Create and execute a sourcing plan for each open position to build a strong, varied talent pipeline and successfully identify, attract, and hire qualified individuals.
• Develop strong connection to BWG’s culture to appropriately promote our workplace values, culture, career pathing and opportunities, and benefits.
• Ensure all candidate data and information is captured and saved in the HRIS, regularly updating candidate statuses.
• Effectively use sourcing/recruitment tools, primarily focusing on LinkedIn Recruiter and industry specific job boards.
• Deliver an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience.
• Build and maintain brand awareness, a network of industry contacts, and strategic external partnerships.
• Regular engagement with internal partners including vertical leads, CCO, CGO and other leaders to review hiring needs and support recruiting activities.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• 8+ years' recruitment experience within infrastructure, public affairs, public relations or related industry experience.
• Human Resources certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR), or education in Human Resources or business-related area is preferred.
• Exceptional organization with proven ability to thrive in a fast paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with team members as well as internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborative and proactive self-starter and problem solver.
• Experience with sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter.
• Experience working hard to fill roles and high-volume sourcing.
• Able to operate independently to create recruitment sourcing pipelines and build a talent community.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Mix of both agency and in-house experience is an asset.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We believe meaningful work must be supported by meaningful benefits. Bodewell supports your professional growth, financial stability, health and overall well-being so you can focus on building what matters.

• Flexible, Hybrid Schedule: A hybrid work model that supports flexibility, collaboration and work-life balance.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare coverage including several low-cost medical plan options, 100% employer covered dental and vision, and FSA offerings to support our team and their families.
• Financial Growth and Stability: Competitive salaries with clear paths for advancement, 401(k) participation, profit-sharing opportunities and life insurance benefits.
• Professional Growth and Opportunity: A professional development stipend, internal training programs, mentorship from experienced professionals and exposure to influential stakeholders and complex, high-impact projects.
• Rest, Renewal and Well-Being: Three weeks of PTO, 13 paid holidays and a company wellness stipend for ClassPass.
• Community and Recognition: Company events and an employee recognition program celebrate contributions, milestones and the collaborative spirit that defines our culture.