Talent Acquisition Manager

Neostella

Talent Acquisition Manager leading the recruiting function for Neostella’s global expansion. Focused on attracting exceptional talent and building scalability within the talent acquisition strategy.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeMilwaukee • Illinois, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing global talent acquisition strategies, building scalable recruiting processes, and leveraging data-driven insights to enhance recruiting outcomes. Proven ability to lead and coach a diverse recruiting team while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

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Talent Acquisition Strategy DevelopmentData-Driven Decision MakingGlobal Recruiting LeadershipSourcing Strategy DevelopmentStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Recruiting Data AnalyticsWorkforce PlanningTalent Pipeline DevelopmentRecruiting Process OptimizationSalary BenchmarkingMarket Intelligence AnalysisRecruiting Metrics ManagementScalable Hiring FrameworksEmployer Branding StrategiesRecruiting Playbook Development

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCoaching SkillsStrategic ThinkingCollaborationInfluencing Stakeholders

Tools & Technologies

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)HRIS PlatformsTalent Acquisition ToolsRecruiting Technologies

Industry Keywords

SaaSProfessional ServicesLegal TechnologyHigh-Growth EnvironmentsTalent Attraction Strategies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute Neostella’s global talent acquisition strategy.
Partner with executive leadership and department leaders to forecast hiring needs and workforce plans.
Align recruiting efforts with business goals, growth initiatives, and organizational priorities.
Build scalable recruiting processes that support continued global expansion.
Lead, coach, and develop a global recruiting team across multiple countries.
Establish recruiting standards, best practices, and performance expectations.
Conduct regular pipeline reviews, hiring strategy discussions, and recruiter development sessions.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Build proactive sourcing strategies and talent communities across key functional areas.
Establish sourcing excellence as a core competency within the recruiting function.
Drive employee referral initiatives and passive candidate engagement strategies.
Reduce reliance on inbound applicants through strategic talent mapping and pipeline development.
Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders throughout the hiring process.
Consult on organizational design, role scoping, interviewing strategies, and market intelligence.
Partner with hiring managers to ensure a consistent and high-quality candidate experience.
Help leaders make informed, data-driven hiring decisions.
Own recruiting metrics, reporting, and performance insights.
Monitor time-to-fill, source effectiveness, offer acceptance rates, pipeline health, and recruiter productivity.
Identify trends and opportunities to improve recruiting outcomes and operational efficiency.
Continuously evaluate and enhance recruiting tools, systems, and workflows.
Strengthen Neostella’s employer brand across all regions.
Partner with Marketing and People teams to showcase our culture, values, and career opportunities.
Develop strategies to increase visibility in target talent markets.
Represent Neostella at networking events, career fairs, and industry communities when appropriate.

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of recruiting and talent acquisition experience, including leadership responsibility.
Experience leading recruiters across multiple business functions, locations, or countries (Highly Desirable).
Proven success building sourcing strategies and talent pipelines in competitive markets.
Strong partnership experience with executives and business leaders.
Experience compiling & using recruiting data and analytics to drive decisions and improve outcomes.
Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
Experience in technology, SaaS, professional services, legal technology, or other high-growth environments preferred.
Experience evaluating, selecting, implementing, and optimizing recruiting technologies, applicant tracking systems (ATS), HRIS platforms, and talent acquisition tools.
Ability to research, analyze, and interpret compensation and labor market data to provide salary benchmarking, hiring recommendations, and market intelligence across multiple geographies.
Experience developing and executing local talent attraction strategies, including building relationships with universities, colleges, professional organizations, and community networks to strengthen employer brand and talent pipelines.
Strong understanding of workforce planning, labor market trends, and competitive hiring landscapes across domestic and international markets.
Experience building recruiting processes, playbooks, and scalable hiring frameworks that support rapid organizational growth.
Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive change through data, insights, and strategic recommendations.
Experience managing recruiting budgets, agency relationships, and external talent partners is preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Multiple medical plan options, including PPO and HSA-compatible plans
Neostella pays approximately 80% of employee premiums
401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%
Company-paid Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance
20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
Carry over up to 5 unused PTO days each year
2 paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) days to give back to your community
Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees
$1,500 Travel Benefit after six months of employment (available every 18 months)
Collaborative, people-first culture
Opportunities for professional growth and career development
Work alongside talented, global teams on innovative projects