Director, Talent Acquisition – Contract

Zeno Group

. Lead full-cycle recruiting across public relations, creative, digital, social, paid media, creator marketing, strategy, AI, research and analytics .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $60 - $75 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in full-cycle recruiting across diverse functions, with a strong focus on building candidate pipelines and enhancing the candidate experience. Proficient in utilizing recruiting data and market insights to inform strategic hiring decisions and improve talent acquisition practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Full-Cycle RecruitingSourcing ExpertiseTalent Acquisition StrategyRelationship BuildingRecruiting Data Analysis

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Hard Skills

Talent AcquisitionRecruitingCandidate SourcingInterview Process ManagementMarket InsightsProject ManagementConfidential Information ManagementEarly Career Recruiting

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAdaptabilityCollaborationCuriosity

Tools & Technologies

Applicant Tracking SystemsWorkdayRecruiting Technologies

Industry Keywords

Public RelationsDigital MediaIntegrated CommunicationsCreativeMarketingHealthcareTechnology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead full-cycle recruiting across public relations, creative, digital, social, paid media, creator marketing, strategy, AI, research and analytics
Develop recruiting strategies aligned with talent needs and business priorities
Advise hiring managers and senior leaders on role requirements, sourcing strategies, interview processes and hiring decisions
Develop proactive sourcing strategies through professional networks, referrals, social channels, industry events, career fairs and talent communities
Build diverse candidate pipelines
Guide candidates and hiring teams throughout the interview process
Ensure timely communication, clear expectations and an engaging candidate experience from outreach through offer
Support thoughtful, consistent and equitable interview practices aligned with company and legal requirements
Monitor talent markets, candidate trends and recruiting data
Provide talent intelligence and recruiting insights to inform sourcing strategies and hiring decisions
Strengthen recruiting practices and contribute to Zeno's talent acquisition strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of experience in talent acquisition, recruiting or related fields within a PR, Digital Media, or Integrated Communications agency or staffing firm representing these industries
Experience leading full-cycle recruiting across multiple functions and levels, from sourcing through offer
Experience recruiting talent across communications, marketing, creative, digital, media, healthcare, technology or related disciplines
Proven ability to build trusted relationships with hiring managers and senior leaders while providing recruiting guidance and recommendations
Strong sourcing expertise using LinkedIn, professional networks, referrals, social channels and other approaches
Strong communication and relationship-building skills guiding candidates and stakeholders through complex hiring processes
Strong organizational and project management skills managing multiple searches, priorities and stakeholders simultaneously
Experience using recruiting data, market insights or talent intelligence to inform hiring strategies and recommendations
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion
Collaborative and adaptable mindset with curiosity about evolving talent markets, recruiting practices and candidate expectations
Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and recruiting technologies, including Workday or similar platforms
Experience contributing to early career recruiting or talent pipeline initiatives

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonuses
Paid Time Off policy
Region-specific benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance with prescription plans
Short- and long-term disability
Paid Headspace subscription
Access to mental health providers and employee assistance program
Employee resource groups
Generous vacation
Paid holidays
Self-care time
401(k) plan
Pretax flexible spending accounts
Tuition assistance
Life insurance
Free access to a certified financial coach
Monthly ZenoFit allowance
Flexible work culture
Benefits supporting physical, mental and financial wellness
Benefits supporting work/life balance
These benefits are available to non-temporary employees in the US