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Bright Horizons Director, Talent Acquisition - Corporate (HYBRID) in Newton, Massachusetts
Bright Horizons is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to join our team as the Director of Corporate Talent Acquisition working a hybrid schedule out of our beautiful corporate office in Newton, MA. This role is pivotal in setting and driving the strategy and roadmap for our talent acquisition function across corporate departments and emerging businesses. The ideal candidate will collaborate with senior executives and department leaders to develop and execute innovative hiring solutions, ensuring a world-class candidate experience and building a robust pipeline of qualified candidates.
About Bright Horizons: Bright Horizons is a leader in providing high-quality early education and care, as well as employer-sponsored child care, back-up care, educational advisory services, and other work/life solutions. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where our employees reflect the demographics of the children, families, and clients we serve.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership: Define the vision and strategy for corporate talent acquisition, aligning with senior leaders’ staffing needs.
Innovative Hiring Solutions: Create and implement a roadmap to evolve the talent acquisition function, balancing short and long-term goals.
Team Management: Build and manage a high-performing, diverse team of recruiters. Collaborate with compliance, marketing, and HRIS to streamline hiring practices.
Candidate Experience: Enhance the candidate experience both online and on-site, increasing applications through our career website.
Social Media Expertise: Utilize innovative methodologies and technologies to source candidates via social platforms.
Diversity and Inclusion: Advocate for and implement diversity and inclusion initiatives, ensuring our workforce reflects our community.
Recruitment Infrastructure: Ensure the necessary infrastructure and resources are in place to support our employer of choice strategy.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Build confidence and credibility with hiring managers through excellent customer service and effective talent acquisition.
Employment Branding: Oversee corporate employment branding across various channels, including the company website, social media, and external websites.
Strategic Planning: Conduct regular recruitment planning sessions with key executives.
Executive Searches: Manage executive searches and support corporate recruiters as needed.
Data-Driven Decisions: Provide weekly analysis and executive summaries of recruitment metrics, adapting strategies based on key insights.
Qualifications:
Location: Based in Newton, MA. Limited travel.
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred or equivalent practical experience.
Experience: 10+ years of experience leading staffing functions in high-growth environments, with a background in online staffing/recruiting.
Leadership: Proven experience in leading, mentoring, and growing a team of talent acquisition professionals.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to set and drive the “big picture” strategy while also being hands-on when needed.
Collaboration: Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Workday, job boards, social networking sites, and other computer systems. Familiarity with social media platforms and business applications.
Analytical Skills: Strong aptitude for interpreting analytics and trends.
Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Customer Service: Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.
Employment Law: Knowledge of employment law and Affirmative Action programs preferred.
Industry Experience: Prior experience in multi-site service or education industries is a plus.
Why Bright Horizons? Join Bright Horizons and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children, families, and communities. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to contribute to a mission-driven organization.
Apply Now: If you are a strategic leader with a passion for talent acquisition and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.
Life at Bright Horizons:
Our home office employees support all facets of our business — and no matter which department you join, you’ll be part of a passionate team doing work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families.
Our people are the heart of our company. Because we’re as committed to our own employees as we are to the clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Here, you’ll find traditional perks (health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and flex spending) plus childcare discounts, education assistance, and so much more. Join us to experience how we support our people to realize their passion, possibilities, and purpose both at work and at home. All in a workplace where you can be you. Come build a brighter future with us.
HAVING TECHNICAL ISSUES WITH YOUR APPLICATION?
Contact us at bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com or 855-877-6866
Bright Horizons is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO is the Law Poster: EEO – English (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) and EEO – Spanish (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeosp.pdf) along with information on the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf) .
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
