Talent Acquisition Associate

Job Title:

Talent Acquisition Associate Pay:

$40-$45/hour

Location:

Irvine, CA Duration:

Temporary (approx. 6 months)

Schedule:

Mon- Fri 8:00-5:00 (Fridays are WFH) Summary The Talent Acquisition Associate supports full-cycle recruiting across technical, corporate, and key business roles. This role partners closely with hiring managers and the Talent Acquisition team to execute sourcing strategies, manage candidate pipelines, and ensure a smooth and positive candidate experience. This position is ideal for a recruiter with a strong foundation in sourcing that is looking to grow in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Support full-cycle recruiting from intake through offer stage Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, hiring priorities, and candidate profiles Screen and evaluate candidates against role criteria Coordinate interviews and manage scheduling logistics across multiple stakeholders Ensure timely feedback collection and candidate communication throughout the process Maintain accurate candidate data and compliance records in the ATS Execute sourcing strategies using LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and other channels Build and maintain talent pipelines for recurring and hard-to-fill roles Track recruiting activity and support reporting on key metrics (pipeline, time-to-fill, sources) Assist with job postings, offer coordination, and recruiting operations support

Qualifications:

3-5 years of recruiting experience including sourcing and full-cycle exposure Experience working with an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Strong sourcing and candidate assessment skills Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with stakeholders and candidates Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment Professional communication skills (written and verbal) Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.