Talent Acquisition Manager - Remote (MD, DC, VA) ID-14325

January 20, 2025

Job Description

Resp & Qualifications

The Talent Acquisition Manager reports to the Director, Talent Acquisition. The position will develop, manage, and execute innovative recruiting strategies that will identify and attract top talent to CareFirst.

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WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to quickly build credibility with stakeholders, along with the following competencies and experience:

Bachelors degree in human resources, Business, or related field; in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, 4 years of additional relevant work experience.
7+ years experience in Recruiting in a corporate and/or agency environment, with increasing responsibility.
2+ years experience direct management of recruiting team. Exceptional track record of building, managing, and coaching a high functioning Talent Acquisition team.
Strong sense of urgency and ability to work in fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
Exhibits poise and emotional maturity in high-pressure moments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience partnering and driving change with senior level management.
Successful track record of driving process improvements.
Expert-level proficiency working with recruiting tools and systems, internet sourcing tools.
Experience analyzing and interpreting data and translating analysis into recommendations.
Strong project management, organizational, and technical skills.

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