Head of Recruiting, Communications, Brand, & Marketing

For our client, we are seeking a Head of Recruiting, Communications, Brand, & Marketing to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This leader will oversee a high-impact recruiting function supporting Communications, Brand, and Marketing, with responsibility for building trusted partnerships across senior leadership. The role will focus on team development, workforce planning, and data-driven execution to help ensure the organization attracts the talent needed to support its growth and business priorities. You will also help standardize hiring practices, improve search efficiency, and strengthen recruiting operations in a fast-moving environment. Location: San Francisco, CA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $295,000 – $375,000 annually Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of senior recruiters, providing timely feedback Establish trust with leaders in Communications, Brand, and Marketing Manage headcount plans and ensure data accuracy for effective planning Use data to identify search bottlenecks and recommend solutions Collaborate with operations partners on hiring priorities Standardize recruiting processes and interview structures Recruit specialists for communications and brand roles Qualifications 5-10 years of recruiting experience, with at least 5 years managing recruiters Proven track record as a trusted partner to senior executives Strong operational skills with a focus on data accuracy Ability to maintain team morale in high-pressure environments Experience handling sensitive information with discretion Benefits Visa sponsorship available Hybrid work policy with in-office expectations Commitment to diversity and inclusion in hiring Support for candidates from underrepresented groups Focus on ethical implications of AI development Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.