Associate Manager, Talent Acquisition

About the Role

In this fast-paced environment, you'll need to be adept at managing multiple roles with speed and consistency, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and precision. Your expertise will be crucial in redesigning interview questions, scorecards, and assessments to raise the hiring bar and ensure that Bjak is attracting the best talent in the industry.

What You Will Do

• Own end-to-end hiring across assigned roles, from intake to close
• Build pipelines from scratch using direct sourcing, referrals, and targeted outreach
• Drive hiring decisions with clear signals, not just interview feedback
• Keep processes moving, removing delays, chasing feedback, and closing candidates
• Redesign interview questions, scorecards, and assessments to raise the hiring bar
• Recruit top talent through creative sourcing strategies and build a strong network of contacts
• Manage and track candidate pipelines, ensuring a seamless and efficient hiring process
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions
• Develop and implement innovative recruitment strategies to attract diverse talent
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including engineering leaders and founding teams
• Analyze recruitment metrics and provide data-driven insights to inform hiring decisions

What We Are Looking For

• Proven experience in recruiting or talent acquisition, preferably in a fast-paced tech environment
• Strong sourcing ability, with a track record of generating pipelines without relying on inbound applicants
• Excellent judgment, with the ability to identify strong candidates beyond resumes and brand names
• Ability to manage multiple roles with speed and consistency, while maintaining high standards of quality
• Willingness to challenge and improve existing processes, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement
• Clear, direct communication with hiring managers and candidates, with a customer-centric approach
• Comfortable operating with ambiguity and high expectations, with a proactive and adaptable mindset
• Familiarity with recruitment tools and technologies, including ATS systems and sourcing platforms
• Strong understanding of the tech industry, with a focus on software engineering and AI

Nice to Have

• Experience working with remote teams, with a understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities of remote hiring
• Knowledge of diversity and inclusion principles, with a focus on building a diverse and inclusive team
• Familiarity with data-driven recruitment strategies, with experience analyzing recruitment metrics and providing insights
• Certification in recruitment or talent acquisition, such as a CIR or ACTA designation
• Experience with recruitment marketing, including social media and employer branding

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work with a fast-growing and innovative company
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment, with a focus on teamwork and open communication
• Flexible working hours, with the option to work remotely
• Professional development opportunities, including training and conference sponsorships
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools, with a focus on innovation and continuous learning
• Generous PTO and holiday package, with a focus on work-life balance

• Be prepared to provide specific examples of your recruitment experience, including successful hiring campaigns and innovative sourcing strategies.
• Make sure your resume and online profiles are up-to-date, with a focus on showcasing your technical expertise and recruitment skills.
• Research the company culture and values, and be prepared to discuss how you align with Bjak's mission and vision.
• Practice your communication skills, with a focus on clear and direct communication with hiring managers and candidates.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience with data-driven recruitment strategies, including metrics and analytics.
• Show enthusiasm and passion for the role, and be prepared to discuss your long-term career goals and aspirations.
• Don't be afraid to ask questions, and be prepared to discuss your concerns and expectations about the role and company.