Talent Acquisition Specialist

Remote; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401k with match

Generous PTO + 11 holidays

Open sick time

Professional development

Team events (virtual)

Job summary

System1 is seeking a seasoned and strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist who will also manage key People Team Generalist responsibilities. You will lead the full recruitment lifecycle for critical and senior roles while supporting onboarding, employee relations, HR administration, and engagement initiatives.

This is an onsite role at System1 Headquarters located in Los Angeles, CA. Requirements include 4–6 years in recruiting with senior hires, 2+ years HR generalist experience, strong sourcing

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of progressive recruiting experience, including senior and specialized hires.
• At least 2 years managing core HR generalist responsibilities.
• Strong candidate sourcing and interview pipeline management.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems (ATS).

Responsibilities

• Strategic Talent Acquisition: Lead the full recruitment process for critical and senior roles, with proactive sourcing, interview plan creation, and offer negotiation.
• Onboarding: Facilitate a seamless onboarding experience including orientation, paperwork, and technology setup.
• Employee Relations: Serve as a trusted contact for inquiries, guiding on policies and HR matters.
• HR Administration: Maintain accurate records, process changes, and ensure compliance with labor laws.
• Culture & Engagement: Promote a positive culture through events and engagement surveys.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Onboarding

Employee Relations

HR Administration

Culture & Engagement

Education

SHRM/HRCI Certification

Tools

HRIS

ATS

Job description

System1 is seeking a seasoned and strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist who will also manage key People Team Generalist responsibilities.

This role is ideal for a highly skilled talent acquisition professional with a passion for finding and hiring top-tier talent. You will be responsible for leading the full recruitment lifecycle for critical roles while also supporting essential People Team functions to ensure a positive and compliant employee experience.

This position is an onsite role requiring you to work in the System1 Headquarters Office located at 4235 Redwood Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90066

The Role You Will Have:

• Strategic Talent Acquisition: Lead the entire recruitment process from start to finish for a variety of critical and senior-level roles. This includes developing proactive sourcing strategies, creating comprehensive interview plans, and managing the offer and negotiation process to secure top talent.

• Onboarding: Facilitate a seamless and welcoming onboarding experience for new hires, including orientation, paperwork, and technology setup.

• Employee Relations: Serve as a trusted point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns, providing guidance on company policies and HR matters.

• HR Administration: Assist with maintaining accurate employee records, processing HR-related changes, and ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws.

• Culture & Engagement: Contribute to initiatives that promote a positive company culture, such as organizing employee events and administering engagement surveys.

What You Will Bring:

• Minimum of 4-6 years of progressive experience in recruiting, with a proven track record of successful hires for senior and specialized positions.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience managing core HR generalist responsibilities.

• Strong understanding of recruiting techniques and best practices, including candidate sourcing and pipeline management.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems (ATS).

• SHRM or HRCI certification desired.

What We Have to Offer:

• Competitive salary + bonus + equity

• Generous PTO + 11 company holidays

• Open sick time

• 100% covered Medical, Dental, Vision for employees

• 401k with match

• Health & Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

• Paid professional development

• Leadership & growth opportunities

• Virtual company and team building events

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $85,000 -$115,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in U.S. role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

System1’s headquarters is located in Marina del Rey, CA with additional offices in Bellevue, WA and Guelph, ON, Canada. Employees near office locations are returning to the office. Location-specific policies and available accommodations will be discussed during the interview process.

System1 allows fully-remote work in the following approved locations: Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Hawaii, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas. Prospective U.S. employees who live outside of any of these states will need to establish residency in one of the approved states prior to employment. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as applicable.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

System1 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.