What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talent Acquisition Specialist position at Gensler?
Your Role
Gensler is a global leader in architecture, design, and planning, with offices and talent spanning the world. Our work is grounded in a long-standing commitment to sustainability and the belief that design is a powerful strategic driver for innovation and lasting competitive advantage. At Gensler, you’ll join a highly creative, collaborative environment focused on delivering impactful solutions and design excellence.
We are seeking a Regional Talent Acquisition Specialist to support recruiting across our Northeast Region (New York | Morristown | Boston | Toronto | Vancouver | Ottawa). Based in our New York office—one of Gensler’s largest and most dynamic locations globally—this role will play a critical part in attracting and hiring top talent across the region. The individual will partner closely with studio leadership and the regional talent acquisition team to drive strategic hiring initiatives and support continued growth.
What You Will Do
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.
We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.
As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
Gensler is a global leader in architecture, design, and planning, with offices and talent spanning the world. Our work is grounded in a long-standing commitment to sustainability and the belief that design is a powerful strategic driver for innovation and lasting competitive advantage. At Gensler, you’ll join a highly creative, collaborative environment focused on delivering impactful solutions and design excellence.
We are seeking a Regional Talent Acquisition Specialist to support recruiting across our Northeast Region (New York | Morristown | Boston | Toronto | Vancouver | Ottawa). Based in our New York office—one of Gensler’s largest and most dynamic locations globally—this role will play a critical part in attracting and hiring top talent across the region. The individual will partner closely with studio leadership and the regional talent acquisition team to drive strategic hiring initiatives and support continued growth.
What You Will Do
- Lead and support talent acquisition efforts across the Northeast Region
- Partner with hiring managers through weekly recruiting meetings to align on evolving studio hiring needs and priorities
- Proactively identify, engage, and cultivate relationships with top industry talent to support Gensler’s growth
- Collaborate with the regional talent acquisition team to evaluate and advance qualified candidates for open roles
- Manage the full-cycle screening process, including conducting phone interviews and assessing candidate fit
- For your open requisitions, manage recruiting workflows, including requisition management, candidate dispositioning, and role closure
- Advise Studio Leaders on hiring strategies, including candidate negotiations and offer recommendations
- Contribute to outreach and pipeline development for the Summer Internship Program
- Maintain accurate compensation data and staffing reports to support hiring decisions and workforce planning
- Act as a brand ambassador for Gensler, representing the firm’s values and culture in all candidate and stakeholder interactions
- 10 years of recruiting experience, preferably 5 years within the Architecture and Interior Design industry
- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience with HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems; Avature CRM experience preferred
- Proven experience sourcing candidates and leveraging industry networks
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Foundational understanding of human resources and recruiting practices
- A positive, engaging presence with a strong sense of humor that contributes to a collaborative team environment
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.
We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.
As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
Salary : $110,000 - $125,000