Talent Acquisition Specialist

Gymshark; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based Bonus

Competitive PTO

Contributory 401(k)

Employee Discount

Membership benefits

Family Leave plans

STD & LTD

Job summary

Gymshark in New York City is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead end-to-end recruitment for our North American Retail population and support US head office hiring. You’ll partner with store leaders and the People team to develop sourcing strategies, screen candidates, coordinate interviews, and ensure a smooth offer-to-onboarding process.

This hybrid role requires local candidates, with a passion for fast-paced retail, strong communication, and the ability to build trust with hiring

Qualifications

• Retail store recruitment experience for sales associates, team leaders and specialist store roles.
• Campaign-based, volume recruitment to meet fixed timelines and start dates.
• Experience planning recruitment events, venues, logistics and hosting.
• Sourcing and filtering applications via job advertisements and agencies.
• Delivery of candidate-centric recruitment processes.
• Using Applicant Tracking Systems to manage recruitment activities.
• Coaching and mentoring Hiring Managers and stakeholders.
• Clear, proactive communication and relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Execute Talent strategy for new and existing Retail Stores.
• Advertise roles and partner with external channels to reach candidates.
• Create engaging job adverts and identify advertising channels.
• Collaborate with hiring managers on assessment processes and timelines.
• Direct sourcing and screening via LinkedIn and agencies as needed.
• Conduct initial phone/virtual interviews and provide recommendations.
• Coordinate interviews and keep candidates informed through the process.
• Ensure smooth transition from offer to preboarding and onboarding.
• Support global TA and corporate office roles as required.

Skills

Retail recruitment

Volume recruitment

Event planning

Sourcing via ads

ATS experience

Organizational skills

Stakeholder coaching

Communication

Education

None

Tools

Greenhouse ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

As Talent Acquisition Specialist , you will be part of the global Talent Acquisition team manag ing the end-to-end recruitment process for our North American R etail population s - both current and new store requirements . .

R eporting to the Global Retail Talent Acquisition Lead, you’ll work closely with hiring managers, Store s / Gym Leadership and People Team colleagues to identify , attract, pipeline, and onboard top talent for our retail business.

As part of Global Team, you will also support on US Head office hiring as required , collaborating with the wider Talent Acq uisition teams based in the UK.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

Responsible for:

• Working with Retail TA Lead to execute the Talent strategy for new and existing Retail Stores
• Identify best places to advertise the roles in different territories and work with external partners as required to deliver the recruitment strategy for each store
• Developing engaging job adverts, posting internally and externally and identifying appropriate advertising channels – e.g. job boards, community groups, university partnerships, employment programmes etc
• Liaising with hiring managers to understand recruitment needs, agreeing on a fair and equitable assessment process and timelines for hiring, providing training where required
• Direct sourcing and filtering candidate as appropriate via LinkedIn searches and agency partnerships as required
• Conducting initial phone/virtual interviews to assess candidate fit and provide recommendations to hiring managers.
• Coordinating and scheduling interviews with candidates and hiring managers in line with agreed timeframes, and managing the communication with candidates throughout the process, providing updates in a timely manner.
• Ensuring a smooth transition from offer stage to preboarding, keeping candidates warm and excited to join.
• Collaborating with wider TA team to align on overall strategy, technology and AI adoption into processes, employer brand initiatives and tailor to retail needs.
• Identifying partnering opportunities, coordinating and attending job fairs and recruitment events in new and existing territories- including assessment days
• Providing the retail people team with insights/metrics to support with workforce planning activities.
• Supporting the wider TA team as required with volume hiring campaigns across the Gymshark business including reviewing of applications, communication to candidates, scheduling of interviews, assessment days and management of offers.
• Supporting the Global TA team as above with corporate office roles where necessary to attract and identify suitable talent.

Accountable for:

• Driving efficient volume recruitment processes to deliver a high-quality candidate experience.
• Promotion of, internal mobility policy with Hiring Managers.
• Supporting the Retail TA lead and/or wider TA team on specific projects as required.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date recruitment data in systems and tracking documentation.
• Supporting equality, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Building strong relationships with internal customers and external vendors.
• Developing hiring managers and stakeholders understanding of the talent acquisition process and their accountability in it.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Previous Retail store recruitment experience of sales associates, team leaders and specialist store roles
• Experience of campaign-based, volume recruitment activity to meet fixed timelines and start dates
• Recruitment event planning, venue sourcing, resource logistics and hosting
• Experience of sourcing and filtering applications directly via job advertisements and agencies where appropriate
• Delivery of excellent candidate-centric recruitment processes
• Experience of using Applicant Tracking systems to manage recruitment activities
• Well-developed and highly effective organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to objectively coach and mentor Hiring Managers and stakeholders
• Clear communication, strong ability to create and nurture relationships

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience recruiting for fast-paced retail environments, ideally in fashion, sports apparel and Gyms/Health club
• Experience of recruiting for corporate, head office positions ideally in a Retail-focused organisation
• Direct sourcing via variety of channels – e.g. LinkedIn, careers events, networks
• Previous experience of Greenhouse ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter
• Experience in recruitment in international environments preferred
• Willing to challenge appropriately and be challenged
• Willingness to give and receive effective feedback

Please note t this is a hybrid role partially based in our New York City office. All candidates must be local or willing to relocate. You must also be authorized to work in the United States.

SALARY RANGE

This role has a salary range between $83,000-95,000. We are committed to fair and consistent pay practices. The salary range shown represents the anticipated hiring range for this position and may vary depending on individual qualifications and internal equity.

THE PERKS.

Standard benefits include:

• Performance-based Bonus opportunity
• Competitive PTO
• Contributory 401(k)
• Gymshark Employee Discount & long service awards
• Funded multi-site fitness membership
• Enhanced Family Leave plans
• STD & LTD plans

Note:

The bonus program and benefits have certain eligibility requirements. Gymshark reserves the right to amend these programs in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

BELONGING AT GYMSHARK.

Our mission is to be a place where everyone belongs. We’re an equal opportunities employer, and for us that means we always strive to be as inclusive as possible in all aspects of employment, right from your application. We’re committed to finding reasonable adjustments* for candidates with specific needs or have a disability during our recruitment process, and all applicants will be considered fairly and equally. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. *If you’d like to request a reasonable adjustment please email [e-mail].