Talent Acquisition Manager
Job Description
- Lead & Elevate the Talent Function – Oversee all strategic recruiting efforts, ensuring alignment with long-term organizational goals.
- Recruit for Impact – Manage and execute searches for executive, scientific, and technical leadership roles, ensuring we hire the best and brightest.
- Develop & Drive Strategy – Refine recruitment processes, implement data-driven decisions, and build scalable systems to support a growing pipeline.
- Coach & Inspire – Lead and mentor a small but mighty recruiting team, fostering a high-performance culture and passion for talent excellence.
- Champion DE&I – Promote inclusive hiring practices that reflect the values and diversity of the organization.
- Be a Brand Ambassador – Own the employer brand, from job postings to candidate experience to the organization’s presence in the talent marketplace.
- Partner Cross-Functionally – Collaborate with HR, department heads, and leadership to forecast talent needs and refine workforce planning strategies.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
- 8+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management capacity
- Experience hiring in technical, engineering, scientific, or research environments
- Proven success recruiting for senior-level and executive roles
- Strong understanding of ATS platforms, metrics, employer branding, and innovative sourcing strategies
- Confident communicator, trusted advisor, and adaptable leader with a growth mindset
- Experience working in complex or mission-driven organizations (R&D, biotech, academia, etc. a huge plus)
Meet Your Recruiter
Erik Butzen
Technical Recruiter
Erik Butzen is a skilled and compassionate Senior Recruiter passionate about empowering individuals to advance in their careers. With two years of dedicated service at Sterling, Erik has already significantly impacted the organization's talent acquisition efforts.
Having honed his expertise over five years in the field of recruiting, Erik possesses a deep understanding of the industry's intricacies. His journey began with the desire to assist individuals in finding opportunities that would propel their professional growth forward.
As a Senior Recruiter, Erik takes great pride in his ability to help people make meaningful advancements in their careers. Whether it's guiding a candidate through the interview process, providing valuable insights into the job market, or matching the right talent with the perfect role, Erik is committed to positively impacting the lives of those he interacts with.
One of Erik's most valuable pieces of advice to both hiring managers and fellow recruiters is to ask a lot of questions. Understanding the needs and expectations of both candidates and employers is essential to finding the best fit for both parties.