Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for high-impact, senior-level, or business-critical roles globally
• Define and deliver proactive sourcing strategies using competitive intelligence and market insights
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing talent acquisition expertise aligned to business goals

• Own recruitment delivery for a business unit, geography, or functional portfolio
• Develop customized workforce strategies based on market conditions and talent needs
• Serve as the point of escalation for complex requisitions, candidate negotiations, or internal mobility cases

• Drive key TA initiatives (e.g., diversity hiring campaigns, university relations, internal mobility programs)
• Lead recruiting process improvement efforts and partner on system/tool enhancements
• Monitor hiring effectiveness and recommend continuous improvements based on performance data

• Provide informal coaching and guidance to junior recruiters, sourcers, and coordinators
• Support interview training, process consistency, and best practice sharing across the team
• Partner with TA managers and HR peers to align hiring strategies with broader talent programs

• Manage senior candidate journeys with white-glove service and confidentiality
• Present offers and negotiate with senior-level candidates in partnership with Compensation and HR
• Promote Coherent's employer brand and employee value proposition in competitive markets

• Analyze recruiting metrics, report trends, and make data-driven hiring recommendations
• Deliver tailored presentations and talent insights to senior stakeholders
• Maintain fluency in talent market dynamics, competitor hiring activity, and emerging tools

• Bachelor鈥檚 degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (Master鈥檚 preferred)
• Typically requires 7+ years of progressive recruiting experience, including leadership of complex searches
• Demonstrated experience recruiting for senior, technical, or specialized roles across multiple functions
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (Oracle Recruiting Cloud preferred) and sourcing platforms (LinkedIn, CRM, niche boards)
• Global hiring experience and knowledge of international labor markets strongly preferred

• Key Competencies
• Strategic Thinking: Develops long-range hiring strategies that align with business needs
• Executive Communication: Effectively presents to senior leaders and tailors messaging to audience
• Project Ownership: Leads end-to-end talent initiatives with measurable results
• Market Fluency: Applies market data, trends, and benchmarks to improve hiring outcomes
• Influence & Advisory: Guides hiring managers with confidence, clarity, and data-driven insight
• Collaboration: Works cross-functionally across HR, Compensation, and Talent Management
• Candidate Advocacy: Champions equitable, engaging candidate experiences at all levels
• Mentorship: Acts as a role model and resource for the broader recruiting team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working across time zones in a global team environment

• Strong Business Partnership Skills: Abilityto build credibility with hiring managers and influence decision-making through data and market insights
• Local Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of regional talent pools, competitive landscape, and sourcing channels
• Time Management: Able to manage a high-volume requisition load while meeting deadlines and service levels
• Adaptability: Comfortable operating in a fast-changing environment with evolving workforce needs
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Works effectively with Shared Services and HR colleagues across geographies to ensure seamless delivery
• Sourcing Proficiency:Skilled in advanced sourcing techniques including Boolean search, LinkedIn Talent Acquisition Specialist, referrals, and niche platforms
• Analytical Thinking: Uses data and metrics to track performance, improve outcomes, and advise stakeholders
• Diversity Focused: Committed to inclusive hiring practices and promoting diverse candidate pipelines
• Confidentiality: Handles sensitive candidate and business information with integrity and discretion
• Technology Fluency: Adept at using ATS, CRM tools, and virtual interviewing platforms
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of delivering professional updates and recommendations to various audiences

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Frequent use of phone, video conferencing, and digital communication tools
• Ability to navigate office environments and attend in-person meetings or events
• Occasional travel to company sites, job fairs, or recruitment events (as required)
• Ability to lift and transport materials up to 15 pounds (e.g., recruitment materials, laptops, displays)
• Clear verbal and written communication in English (or applicable regional language) for candidate and stakeholder interactions

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