Senior Associate – Talent Partner

Bread Financial

. Create strong business partnerships with internal clients .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $71,500 - $114,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in full cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, and hiring candidates for various roles. Proficient in leveraging Applicant Tracking Systems and developing effective recruiting strategies while maintaining strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates.

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Full Cycle RecruitmentApplicant Tracking Systems (ATS)Corporate RecruitingRecruiting MetricsTalent Branding

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Hard Skills

Full Cycle RecruitmentSourcingScreeningInterviewingCandidate SelectionRecruiting StrategiesMarket AnalysisRecruiting EventsNegotiationCoaching

Soft Skills

CommunicationRelationship BuildingCollaborationFocusAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)Workday Recruiting

Industry Keywords

Human Resources PoliciesTalent AcquisitionRecruiting ProjectsService Level AgreementsMarket Conditions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create strong business partnerships with internal clients
Lead the full life cycle recruitment process for Programs and entry-level to executive-level openings
Develop multiple sourcing channels and candidate pipelines
Leverage technology to ensure an effective and efficient recruiting process
Build and maintain relationships with hiring managers and internal and external candidates
Create and execute recruiting strategies
Source, screen, and interview applicants
Assess, select, and hire candidates for exempt and non-exempt roles
Foster collaborative relationships with hiring managers and advise on internal and external talent acquisition
Consult on candidate selection and streamline the hiring process
Meet or exceed service level agreements and provide high-quality service to the business
Maintain knowledge of market conditions and competition
Analyze talent market data and trends and recommend sourcing solutions
Lead recruitment projects that support the recruiting team as a strategic partner
Plan and coordinate recruiting events
Represent the company at job fairs, tradeshows, networking events, and community events
Report to the Senior Manager and above
No direct reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
2-3 years experience in full cycle recruitment
Ability to travel up to 20% annually
Work authorization in the United States on a full-time basis without current or future sponsorship
F-1 student visa holders cannot be employed
Ability to perform essential job functions and meet physical, mental, and work environment requirements
Ability to communicate, talk, type, and write
Ability to focus and complete tasks in situations with a speed or productivity metric
Ability to maintain focus in a high-pressure or fast-paced work environment
Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Coaching
Corporate Recruiting
Human Resources Policies
Negotiation
Recruiting Metrics
Talent Branding
Workday Recruiting

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and other voluntary benefits
Basic and optional life insurance
Supplemental medical plans
Short- and long-term disability
Six weeks of 100% paid parental leave after a 180-day waiting period
401(k) plan with immediate enrollment
11 paid holidays
Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST)
Illinois Paid Leave for Illinois associates
Ability to purchase company stock during offering periods in June and December
Annual incentive bonus based on individual and company performance
Career development opportunities
Wellness support and non-traditional career progression opportunities