Recruiter/HR Generalist

Dive In To a New Career With Leslie's

Leslie's Pool Supplies is the "World's Largest Retailer of Swimming Pool Supplies." With over 1,000 retail stores in 39 states plus PRO, Service, E-Commerce, Production, and Distribution divisions, there are many career opportunities at Leslie's. With over 60 years of providing best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. We strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our Team Members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Leslie's

Note: This position is based at our corporate office in Phoenix, AZ, and follows a hybrid work schedule. Remote work is not available for this role. Candidates must reside within commuting distance, as relocation assistance is not provided. Additionally, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored visa support.

This position is not open to agency submissions.

Job Overview

As a Recruiter on our Talent Acquisition (TA) team, you play a key role in identifying, attracting, and hiring top-tier talent. In this role, you will act as a strategic business partner to hiring managers, owning the full recruitment lifecycle across mid- to senior-level roles while ensuring a high-quality candidate experience and efficient hiring process. You will be instrumental in developing deep talent pipelines, maintaining strong metrics (e.g., time-to-fill under 30 days), and supporting organizational growth through thoughtful, data-driven recruitment strategies.

Responsibilities

Strategic Talent Acquisition

• Serve as a trusted advisor to hiring managers by aligning recruitment strategies with business objectives and team needs.
• Develop and execute tailored hiring plans using market insights and proactive sourcing to engage both active and passive talent.
• Partner with the TA team to build strong talent pipelines, address recruitment challenges, and continuously improve processes—especially for hard-to-fill or niche roles.
  
  

Full Lifecycle Recruiting

• Manage end-to-end recruiting for requisitions across various functions.
• Lead all aspects of the recruitment cycle, including:
• Intake meetings and client alignment
• Writing and posting compelling job descriptions
• Sourcing and screening candidates
• Coordinating interviews and assessments
• Collecting and synthesizing feedback
• Managing offers, negotiations, and onboarding support
• Ensure a high-touch, professional candidate experience throughout.
• Take ownership of the internal and external recruitment process while ensuring compliance and consistency.
• Manage all administrative aspects of hiring, including job postings, interview logistics, background checks, I-9 verification, and onboarding handoff.
  

Candidate Sourcing & Branding

• Create innovative and effective recruitment campaigns to target ideal candidates.
• Evaluate and utilize multiple sourcing channels (LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, social networks, referrals, etc.).
• Contribute to employer branding efforts to enhance visibility and attract top talent.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; or equivalent practical experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in full-cycle recruiting, preferably in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Strong understanding of recruitment metrics, sourcing strategies, and best practices.
• Proven ability to manage multiple open roles with competing deadlines.
• Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organized, self-driven, and results-oriented.
• Knowledge of employment laws and compliance practices preferred.
  
  

Leslie's Provides a Robust Benefits Package, Including

• Comprehensive medical, pharmacy, dental, & vision plan options.
• Health savings account (with enrollment in the high deductible health plan option).
• Health & dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability insurance.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick, and bereavement leave.
• Paid holidays, including a floating personal day.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs.
• Earned Wage access is available, allowing early access to a portion of your earned wages before payday.
• Product discounts at Leslie’s Retail stores.
  
  

Leslie’s recognizes a critical component to our continued success is our people. Leslie's is committed to developing and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within our company and the communities we serve. A key aspect of building a great team is valuing ideas from many viewpoints, which is why we place a priority on identifying and hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives.