Talent Acquisition Team Lead – Data Centers

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of recruiters specializing in data center talent acquisition .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in full-cycle recruitment for data center roles, with a strong focus on developing and leading high-performing recruitment teams. Proficient in utilizing recruitment metrics and technologies to enhance candidate experience and drive inclusive hiring practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Full-Cycle RecruitmentTeam LeadershipData Center RecruitmentRecruitment MetricsStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Full-Cycle RecruitmentData Center RecruitmentRecruitment Process ImprovementSourcing StrategiesTalent Market DynamicsRecruitment Metrics AnalysisDiversity Hiring PracticesTechnical Role RecruitmentOperational Role RecruitmentFacilities-Related Role Recruitment

Soft Skills

MentoringCoachingCollaborationCandidate Experience AdvocacyStakeholder Management

Tools & Technologies

Applicant Tracking SystemsLinkedIn RecruiterSourcing ToolsRecruitment Technologies

Industry Keywords

Data Center OperationsCritical InfrastructureIndustrial RecruitmentConstruction EnvironmentsWorkforce Planning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of recruiters specializing in data center talent acquisition
Manage full-cycle recruitment for senior-level and niche technical roles across data center operations
Partner with data center business leaders on organizational goals, workforce planning, and talent market dynamics
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill data center roles
Monitor recruitment metrics including time-to-fill, quality of hire, candidate satisfaction, and hiring manager feedback
Collaborate with global recruitment teams and centers of excellence
Champion an exceptional candidate experience and inclusive employer brand interactions
Stay current on data center industry trends, competitive intelligence, and emerging skill requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in human resources, business, or a related field
5+ years of full-cycle recruitment experience with at least 2 years in a leadership or team lead capacity
Proven track record recruiting for technical, operational, or facilities-related roles, preferably within data centers, critical infrastructure, industrial, or construction environments
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing recruitment teams
Strong understanding of recruitment metrics and data-driven decision making
Excellent stakeholder management skills
Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and recruitment technologies, including LinkedIn Recruiter and sourcing tools
Direct experience recruiting specifically for data center roles preferred
Experience operating in a matrix organization or supporting multiple business units simultaneously preferred
Track record of building diverse talent pipelines and advancing inclusive hiring practices preferred
Experience implementing recruitment process improvements or leading special projects preferred
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical and emotional health