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Thorlabs

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Thorlabs

. Oversee the recruitment process for all US locations .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeNewton • New Jersey • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $63,000 - $78,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in recruitment processes, including candidate sourcing, interview coordination, and offer negotiation. Proficient in analyzing hiring metrics and maintaining compliance with employment laws.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Recruitment Process ManagementEmployment Law KnowledgeMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyCandidate Care CoordinationHiring Statistics Analysis

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Hard Skills
RecruitmentJob Description DevelopmentInterviewingOffer NegotiationEEO TrackingBackground Check ClearanceApplicant Flow ManagementTravel CoordinationReport WritingStatistical Analysis
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationPresentation Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Industry Keywords
Candidate SourcingTalent AcquisitionCooperative Education ProgramJob FairsEmployment Agencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Oversee the recruitment process for all US locations
  • Manage the candidate care process from job description development through offer extension and background check clearance
  • Develop local and national recruiting plans and strategies to achieve staffing levels
  • Work with business unit leaders and managers to understand recruitment needs and develop recruiting plans
  • Develop standardized and specialized job descriptions
  • Source potential applicants, conduct phone screens and initial interviews, and explain benefits packages
  • Arrange interviews, applicant travel and lodging, and candidate expense reimbursements
  • Manage the offer process, including offer formulation, negotiation, benefits and relocation terms, reference checks, and background checks
  • Coordinate start dates and new hire HR/IT setup
  • Develop, analyze, and present hiring statistics and maintain headcount-to-budget metrics
  • Maintain applicant flow logs and EEO tracking metrics and assist with the annual EEO report
  • Direct employment agencies and search firms, including negotiating and controlling fees
  • Schedule and attend job fairs and tradeshows
  • Build relationships with college, university, community college, and community organization placement offices
  • Develop and maintain a Cooperative Education Program for high school and college students
  • Report to the Talent Acquisition Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Minimum 2-3 years of experience in recruitment
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
  • Strong knowledge of employment law required
  • Excellent interpersonal and written skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Travel required (20%)

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Generous PTO package
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement