Talent Acquisition Specialist

NRG Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NRG Energy is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage full-cycle recruitment for a portfolio of requisitions in Houston, TX. The role focuses on sourcing diverse candidates for corporate and business teams, providing strategic consultation on process and compliance, and building strong relationships with leaders and Hiring Partners.

The ideal candidate will develop sourcing and recruiting plans, drive the talent acquisition process, and support onboarding to ensure a seamless candidate

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma with 4 years of talent acquisition experience or a Bachelor’s Degree with 1 year of corporate or agency talent acquisition experience.
• Experience developing and executing comprehensive sourcing/recruitment plans.
• Proficiency with Boolean search strings and sourcing resumes, data mining, and internet research.
• Familiarity with navigating an Applicant Tracking System.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders, hiring managers, and the recruiting team to forecast short- and long-term hiring requirements.
• Develop and implement effective recruiting strategies to attract qualified and diverse talent.
• Screen and interview candidates for key role requirements and company values alignment.
• Coordinate with candidates throughout the recruitment process to provide a world-class experience.
• Assess candidates on technical baseline and cultural fit for NRG.
• Partner with Onboarding to ensure a smooth transition from offer to first day.
• Maintain accurate and well-ordered documentation on candidates, searches, and interactions for audit readiness.
• Engage in cross-functional projects and staff-related initiatives.

Skills

Full-cycle recruitment

Sourcing candidates

Stakeholder management

Boolean search

SAP SuccessFactors

Microsoft Office

ATS navigation

Interviewing

Travel up to 20%

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

ATS (Generic)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Requisition ID45887-Posted10/26/2026-Human Resources-United States-TX-Houston

Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re all about propelling the next generation of leaders forward. We are driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. We deliver innovative solutions that make our customers’ lives easier—helping them power, protect, and intelligently manage their homes and businesses. To do this, we need creative and talented people to join our company.

We offer a dynamic work environment and a unified and inclusive culture. NRG fosters a strong sense of belonging that leads to better collaboration and business performance. Our company programs are designed to help employees develop the skills they need for success now and in the future. In everything we do, we aim to champion our employees and bring value to our customers, investors and society.

More information is available at www.nrg.com. Connect with NRG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.

Job Summary:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing full-cycle recruitment for a portfolio of requisitions. The ideal candidate can source and attract diverse candidates supporting both our corporate and business teams. The Talent Acquisition Specialist is expected to drive the talent acquisition process, provide strategic consulting to the business on process and compliance, and set expectations. Also, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will develop and execute sourcing/recruiting plans to identify and hire talent. This position will also support the pipeline of qualified talent to ensure a great candidate experience. Last, this person should have excellent relationship management skills to support the organization's long-term strategic talent acquisition needs.

• Partner with leaders, hiring managers, and the recruiting team to forecast short- and long-term hiring requirements and collaborate on organization-wide recruiting activities and overall external talent acquisition strategy.
• Develop working relationships with clients and partner with hiring managers, interview, teams, and Talent Business Partners to assess needs, identify key talent, and screen candidates against accurate criteria
• Develop & implement effective and innovative recruiting strategies to attract qualified & diverse talent and source high-quality candidates.
• Screen and interview candidates for key role requirements and company values alignment.
• Connect with candidates throughout the recruitment process, providing a world-class experience.
• Assess candidates on a technical baseline and the ability to be successful in the NRG culture.
• Partner effectively with the Onboarding team to create a smooth transition from accepting an offer to their first day on the job.
• Organize and maintain accurate and well-ordered documentation on all candidates, searches, hiring managers' interactions, and other recruiting activities to ensure a thorough audit.
• Actively participate in or possibly manage projects staffing-related activities across the organization and engage in cross-functional projects.
• Create and foster relationships with colleges and diverse professional organizations to attract and recruit alumni and diverse candidates.
• Other Talent Acquisition related duties as assigned.
• High School Diploma and 4 years of talent acquisition experience or Bachelor’s Degree and 1 year of corporate or agency talent acquisition experience.
• Extensive experience developing and executing comprehensive sourcing/recruitment plans.
• Experience in Boolean search strings and knowledge on sourcing resumes, data mining, and internet research
• Knowledge and experience navigating an Applicant Tracking System.
• Experience managing multiple requisitions, reporting, and other competing priorities while meeting critical and routine deadlines
• Proficient computer skills are required, including the use of Microsoft.
• Ability to travel as needed – max of 20% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years' experience Recruiting with 1 year in a Corporate talent environment.
• 1 year of experience creating presentations and presenting them to groups of 10 or more
• Prior experience sourcing talent for Manager and Director level positions
• Exceptional track record and proven success in a competitor's environment.
• Prior experience working in SAP SuccessFactors Applicant Tracking System

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven ability to support, interact and advise leaders.
• Proven ability to interface with all levels within the organizational hierarchy from staff to executive level.
• Strong stakeholder management and customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to articulate organizational culture and opportunities to active or passive job seekers.
• Must be organized and detail oriented.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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Official description on file with Talent.

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