TA Lead/ Manager

Ignite Human Capital • Encinitas, CA

5d

About The Position

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Talent Acquisition Lead / Manager to build, scale, and optimize our recruiting function. This role will own full-cycle recruiting while also driving talent strategy, employer branding, and process improvements. The ideal candidate is both a strong recruiter and a proactive leader who can partner closely with executives and hiring managers to deliver top talent in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Strong full-cycle recruiter who is highly hands-on (“doer” mindset)
• Experience operating in a non-transactional, highly collaborative recruiting environment
• Ability to balance execution + mentorship + strategy
• Data-driven thinker who values metrics and insights
• Experience leading, mentoring, or influencing recruiters (formal management not required)
• Comfortable stepping into ambiguity and a fast-paced, evolving environment

Nice To Haves

• Industry experience is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Support active requisitions and alleviate bandwidth constraints across the team
• Source, screen, and manage candidates across roles (non-transactional, full ownership model)
• Partner closely with hiring managers to problem-solve hiring challenges and drive outcomes
• Contribute to sourcing strategies, including creative approaches and Boolean search methodologies
• Act as a mentor and resource for a team of recruiters who are currently stretched
• Provide guidance on requisition strategy, stakeholder management, and recruiting best practices
• Support team development while not initially coming in as a formal “manager” title
• Help elevate the overall capability of the team over time
• Operate as a true business partner (not a transactional recruiter environment)
• Collaborate with leadership on hiring strategy, prioritization, and workforce needs
• Utilize data and insights to inform recruiting decisions and improve outcomes
• Bring structure, ideas, and best practices to a growing and evolving TA function
• Support continued optimization following a recent ATS implementation
• Introduce scalable recruiting practices, tools, and workflows
• Lead or facilitate initiatives such as sourcing workshops, training sessions, or process improvements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees