Talent Acquisition Manager

Velocity Flex; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing startup in industrial real estate is seeking a Talent Acquisition Manager to lead their recruitment efforts. The ideal candidate will architect and execute innovative recruitment strategies, build a high-performing team, and thrive in a dynamic startup environment focused on strategic growth. This full-time role requires extensive talent acquisition experience and a passion for scaling teams, making it a pivotal position in the company's evolution.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of talent acquisition experience with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience building or scaling recruiting functions in startups.
• Strong understanding of real estate talent needs.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement startup-friendly recruitment strategies.
• Build a high-impact recruitment team.
• Manage the full-cycle recruiting process across all departments.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Leadership

Recruitment Strategy

Team Building

Data Analysis

Job description

We are seeking an energetic Talent Acquisition Manager to join our Client's fast-growing startup in the industrial real estate space, building a bold, forward-thinking team to revolutionize how talent is engaged and scaled in our industry. They are not a traditional firm, so we’re not looking for traditional. They're building from the ground up and looking for a hands on, strategic leader who thrives in a startup environment. This is a fulltime in office position.

In this role you will build, lead, and scale all internal recruiting function. You’ll architect and execute a recruitment strategy that attracts top-tier talent across multiple disciplines relevant to industrial real estate (e.g., development, acquisitions, asset management, operations, technology, investment officers). You will be responsible for building and mentoring a high-performing team of recruiters who can move quickly, think creatively, and represent our values in the marketplace.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement a scalable, startup-friendly recruitment strategy aligned with company growth goals.
• Build a team of high-impact recruiters from scratch, fostering a culture of performance, accountability, and innovation.
• Own and manage the full-cycle recruiting process across all departments—prioritizing speed, quality, and candidate experience.
• Partner directly with the CEO and leadership team to identify critical hiring needs and define role requirements.
• Create compelling talent acquisition campaigns and employer branding efforts to attract top talent in industrial real estate and beyond.
• Establish and monitor key recruiting metrics and continuously refine processes for efficiency and impact.
• Leverage data, tools, and creative sourcing strategies to build diverse, high-caliber candidate pipelines.
• Champion a talent-first culture in a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment.

What You Won’t Need:

• A background in traditional HR. This role is not about policies, benefits, or compliance—it’s about people, strategy, and scaling.

Qualifications:

• Have 7+ years of talent acquisition experience with at least 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Have built or scaled a recruiting function—ideally within a startup or high-growth company.
• Bring a strong understanding of real estate talent needs (industrial preferred, but not required).
• Are a strategic thinker who’s also eager to roll up your sleeves and execute.
• Thrive in unstructured, fast-paced environments where you can build from scratch.
• Are results-driven, innovative, and passionate about building great teams.