Talent Acquisition Partner - Contract

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Talent Partner to join our Talent Acquisition team on a temporary contract basis.

The role focuses on sourcing, screening, and building strong talent pipelines, partnering with hiring managers to identify and engage top candidates. You will lead early screening steps, conduct phone and virtual interviews, and present qualified candidates with summaries and recommendations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in talent sourcing, recruiting, or staffing.
• Experience conducting candidate screening interviews and assessing qualifications.
• Proven ability to source passive candidates across multiple functions and industries.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Talent Acquisition colleagues and hiring managers to understand hiring needs and candidate profiles.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify qualified active and passive candidates.
• Utilize LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, talent communities, referrals, and other channels to attract talent.
• Conduct resume reviews and initial candidate assessments against defined job requirements.
• Lead phone and virtual screening interviews to evaluate candidate qualifications and interest levels.
• Present qualified candidates with detailed screening summaries and recommendations.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Provide market intelligence and talent availability insights to recruiting teams and hiring managers.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and activity tracking within ATS and recruiting platforms.
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience through timely communication and follow-up.

Skills

Sourcing

Screening interviews

Candidate engagement

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

Workday

LinkedIn Recruiter

HiredScore

Paradox

Job description

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina, United States Job ID: R0147595 Date Posted: 2026-10-06 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Human Resources Job Schedule: Full time Remote: Yes Job Description: Job Description The Opportunity Hitachi Energy is seeking a highly motivated Talent Partner to join our Talent Acquisition team on a temporary contract basis. This role is focused on sourcing, screening, and talent pipeline development. The Talent Partner will work closely with hiring managers, and business leaders to identify, engage, and assess top talent while ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the early stages of the hiring process. This is an excellent opportunity for a recruiting professional who enjoys proactive talent identification, candidate engagement, and building strong talent pipelines in a fast-paced, global organization.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Partner with Talent Acquisition colleagues and hiring managers to understand hiring needs and candidate profiles.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify qualified active and passive candidates.
• Utilize LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, talent communities, referrals, and other sourcing channels to attract talent.
• Conduct resume reviews and initial candidate assessments against defined job requirements.
• Lead phone and virtual screening interviews to evaluate candidate qualifications, skills, and interest levels.
• Present qualified candidates with detailed screening summaries and recommendations.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Provide market intelligence and talent availability insights to recruiting teams and hiring managers.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and activity tracking within applicant tracking systems and recruiting platforms.
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience through timely communication and follow-up.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in talent sourcing, recruiting, talent acquisition, or staffing.
• Strong experience conducting candidate screening interviews and evaluating talent.
• Demonstrated success sourcing passive candidates across multiple functions and industries.
• Experience using ATS and sourcing technologies such as Workday, LinkedIn Recruiter, HiredScore, Paradox, or similar platforms.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a distributed team environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Employment Opportunity Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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