Talent Acquisition Manager

Clark Davis Associates; Englewood (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Davis Associates in New Jersey seeks an experienced Talent Acquisition Manager to lead recruiting efforts and build comprehensive talent acquisition programs supporting growth. You will oversee a team of recruiters and work closely with business leaders to craft effective hiring strategies and a superior candidate experience.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on recruiting leadership with program development, including internship and early-career pipelines, university relations, and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive Talent Acquisition/recruiting experience.
• 3+ years managing and developing direct reports.
• Experience designing or managing internship, early-career, apprenticeship, or similar talent development programs.
• Experience building strategic relationships with educational institutions or external talent partners.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing, candidate assessment, and selection strategies.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale recruiting initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of recruiters and recruiting coordinators.
• Partner with business leaders and hiring managers to understand workforce needs and develop tailored recruiting strategies.
• Oversee recruiting activities across a variety of functions and levels.
• Develop and implement internship, early-career, and emerging talent programs to build long-term pipelines.
• Establish relationships with universities, technical schools, and external talent sources.
• Identify opportunities to improve sourcing, selection, and recruiting processes.
• Promote accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within Talent Acquisition.
• Monitor recruiting metrics and provide leadership with updates and insights.
• Strengthen the employer brand and ensure a positive candidate experience.
• Develop training to help hiring managers participate more effectively in recruiting.
• Manage relationships with external recruiting partners and vendors as needed.
• Lead recruiting projects from planning through implementation.

Skills

Team leadership

Recruiting strategy

University relations

Sourcing

Candidate assessment

Talent development programs

Relationship building

Project management

Employer branding

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ATS

CRM tools

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Manager to lead recruiting efforts and develop talent acquisition programs that support the organization’s ongoing growth. This role will oversee a team of recruiting professionals while partnering closely with business leaders to develop effective hiring strategies, strengthen talent pipelines, and improve the overall candidate experience.

The ideal candidate is a strategic and hands-on talent acquisition leader who can build strong relationships, drive accountability, and successfully manage both day-to-day recruiting operations and longer-term talent programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of recruiters and recruiting coordinators.
• Partner with business leaders and hiring managers to understand workforce needs and develop tailored recruiting strategies.
• Oversee recruiting activities across a variety of functions and levels.
• Develop and implement internship, early-career, and emerging talent programs to build long-term talent pipelines.
• Establish relationships with universities, technical schools, professional organizations, workforce development programs, and other external talent sources.
• Identify opportunities to improve sourcing, selection, recruiting processes, and overall team performance.
• Promote accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the Talent Acquisition function.
• Monitor recruiting metrics and provide leadership with updates, insights, and recommendations.
• Strengthen the employer brand and ensure a consistent, engaging candidate experience.
• Develop training and resources to help hiring managers become more effective participants in the recruiting process.
• Manage relationships with external recruiting partners and vendors as needed.
• Lead recruiting projects and initiatives from initial planning through implementation.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive Talent Acquisition/recruiting experience.
• 3+ years of experience managing and developing direct reports.
• Demonstrated success leading and developing high-performing recruiting teams.
• Experience designing, launching, or managing internship, early-career, apprenticeship, or similar talent development programs.
• Experience building strategic relationships with educational institutions, professional organizations, or other external talent partners.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing, candidate assessment, and selection strategies.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale recruiting initiatives and projects.
• Strong relationship‑building, communication, and influencing skills.
• Ability to drive accountability and execute in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Demonstrated career progression and stability in previous roles.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of hands‑on recruiting leadership and program‑building experience, including experience developing early‑career talent pipelines. Candidates who have helped establish or grow internship, apprenticeship, university recruiting, or other early‑career programs are particularly encouraged to apply.