SUMMARY:
The Talent Acquisition Manager will report to the HR Director, who oversees recruitment across nine office locations of Hachette Book Group, a major trade book publisher. The Talent Acquisition Manager will help manage high-volume recruitment for positions across locations and job functions in addition to working closely with the Human Resources department on training and employee engagement initiatives. This professional will assist in identifying and hiring top talent through strategic sourcing and networking efforts, collaborating with business units and HR colleagues to align hiring with business goals.
Location: This position will be based in our NY office on a two day a week hybrid schedule.
How to Apply:
To be considered, please submit both a resume AND a cover letter. We ask for a cover letter so that we can understand how your skills or experience can apply to our open role.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the recruitment life cycle for positions across multiple locations, assisting hiring managers in identifying a diverse candidate pool, and establishing strong and trusting partnerships with departments by understanding business needs.
• Write job descriptions, ensuring competitive pay ranges that align with market and industry standards.
• Oversee recruitment efforts for assigned roles (both intern and full-time) including submitting open job requisitions, posting roles on external job boards, phone screening candidates, scheduling interviews, extending offers, assembling offer letters, checking references, etc., delivering results that meet candidate and hiring managers' expectations.
• Identify, contact, and cultivate ongoing relationships with potential job candidates through a variety of professional channels, including colleges and universities, LinkedIn, social media networks, community organizations, professional networking groups, and more.
• Organize and present at information sessions for prospective candidates in addition to attending career fairs and other networking events.
• Conduct new hire orientation and assist in completing new hire paperwork, identifying new hire buddies, and conducting check-ins with new hires and managers, delivering results that meet candidate and hiring managers' expectations.
• Assist with training and development efforts, including developing and delivering training programs such as time management training, recruitment and unconscious bias training, intern summer speaker series, HBG publishing curriculum sessions, and more.
• Coordinate employee engagement initiatives such as Coffee Connections, an internal networking initiative, and wellness initiatives such as Community Service Day.
• Assist in managing the offboarding process, including conducting exit interviews and assisting in compiling and analyzing exit data trends.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• 5 years human resources experience, with proven experience in life cycle recruitment
• Proven background in using innovative research and sourcing strategies to identify and engage diverse talent with the ability to dive deep into searches for hard-to-fill roles.
• Ability to effectively screen and interview candidates to assess skill and cultural fit.
• Familiarity with social networks and internet recruiting best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and previous experience effectively using Applicant Tracking and HRIS systems.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, presentation, customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Detail oriented with excellent follow up skills.
• Flexibility and ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality.
• Interest in books/publishing industry a plus!

As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.
Hachette Book Group 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.
The compensation range for this position is $70,000 - $75,000. Salary can vary based on a number of factors including skills, experience, and location - talk with your recruiter to learn more. There may be times that you will be required (or requested) to work overtime due to the nature of your role or exceptional workload issues or special projects.
The following benefits are offered by the company: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, health and dependent care FSA, commuter benefit plan, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, 401(k), discretionary bonus program, PTO (15 vacation days, 2 personal days, 10 holidays and generous sick leave) and group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification, hours worked and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.