Talent Acquisition Specialist (Fixed 12-Month Contract)

Agileactors; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Actors is seeking a proactive Talent Acquisition professional to join our growing team in Raleigh. You will own the full recruitment lifecycle, sourcing and screening candidates for Software, Data, and AI roles, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to shape hiring strategies.

You will build strong candidate pipelines, ensure a positive experience, and support offers while tracking KPIs to continuously improve our processes and employer branding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Talent Acquisition.
• Experience partnering with hiring managers and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from needs to placement.
• Drive recruitment across technical roles and functions.
• Source and engage top talent through LinkedIn, job boards and networks.
• Build and maintain strong candidate pipelines for current and future needs.
• Partner with hiring managers to align on role requirements and priorities.
• Screen, interview and evaluate candidates for technical roles.
• Coordinate and facilitate recruitment stages including calls, interviews and feedback.
• Support offer management and negotiations with candidates and stakeholders.
• Monitor recruitment KPIs and contribute to process improvements.
• Maintain accurate candidate data and activity in the ATS.
• Contribute to employer branding and talent attraction initiatives.

Skills

Sourcing strategies

Candidate experience

Interviewing techniques

Stakeholder management

Talent analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Psychology, HR, or related field

Master's degree in HR or Organizational Psychology (asset)

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Boolean search

ATS

Job description

Who are we

We are a vibranttech companythat augments and empowers technical teams for both international and Greek clients. What sets us apart is our unique blend of coaching, continuous learning, and innovation, forming an ecosystem where professionals don’t just contribute, they grow.

By joiningAgile Actors, you don’t just work on cutting-edge solutions: You Will become part of a dynamic Talent Acquisition Team, where every step is a new milestone. Our team augments teams that are global leaders in their domains, such as Austrian Post, Red Hat, Swissquote, etc.

We are firm believers that work should be more than just a job: It should be a place where people thrive. That’s why we’re proud to be officially certified as aGreat Place to Work 2026, a recognition that reflects our commitment to creating an environment wheretalent,passion, andgrowthflourish.

Our values

Having a purpose

Being adventurous

Being Agile

Respect and Empower

Authenticity and Trust

Evolving through our clients

Whom are we looking for

Join ourTalentAcquisition team at Agile Actors and help us grow communities of passionate tech professionals in AI, Software Engineering, Data, and Product. In this role, you’ll work closely with both internal teams and external clients, acting as a true partner in shaping hiring strategies, improving candidate experience, and supporting business growth. You’ll have the freedom to experiment, bring your ideas to life, and collaborate with people who care about learning, feedback, and continuous improvement. If you enjoy building relationships, navigating different stakeholders, and connecting great people with meaningful work, this is a place where your impact will be visible and valued.

What you will do

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from understanding hiring needs and sourcing candidates to screening, interviewing, offer management, and successful placement.


• Drive recruitment across a variety of technical roles, including Software Engineers, Data Engineers, DevOps Engineers, QA Engineers, AI/ML professionals, Solution Architects, and other technology-related positions.


• Source and engage top talent proactively, using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search techniques, job boards, social media, networking, and other relevant sourcing channels.


• Build and maintain strong candidate pipelines, identifying both active and passive candidates and developing talent pools for current and future hiring needs.


• Partner closely with hiring managers and internal stakeholders to understand role requirements, define candidate profiles, align on recruitment priorities, and ensure an effective hiring process.


• Screen, interview, and evaluate candidates, assessing their technical background, experience, competencies, and overall suitability for each opportunity.


• Manage multiple vacancies simultaneously, prioritizing recruitment activities effectively and maintaining momentum across different hiring processes.


• Ensure a positive candidate experience through clear communication, timely follow-ups, constructive feedback, and professional candidate management throughout the recruitment journey.


• Coordinate and facilitate recruitment stages, including introductory calls, interviews, assessments, and feedback sessions, ensuring smooth communication between all parties.


• Support offer management and negotiations, communicating with candidates and relevant stakeholders to facilitate successful placements.


• Monitor recruitment performance and KPIs, tracking relevant metrics, identifying bottlenecks, and contributing to the continuous improvement of recruitment processes.


• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate information and recruitment activity within our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring visibility into pipeline progress and hiring status.


• Contribute to employer branding and talent attraction initiatives, helping strengthen Agile Actors' presence in the talent market and attract professionals who align with our culture and values.

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Psychology, Human Resources, or another related field. A Master's degree in HR or Organizational Psychology will be considered an asset.


• Minimum 3 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, with hands-on involvement in the