Sr. Manager, Talent Acquisition
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals · Lexington, MA · 3 mo ago
Human Resources$170k–$185k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, team needs, and hiring priorities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies using job boards, professional networks, referrals, social media, and direct outreach
- Screens resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates
- Conduct interviews to assess experience, skills, motivation, and role fit
- Coincide interview schedules and maintain timely communication with candidates and interview teams
- Manage candidate pipelines and maintain accurate records in the applicant tracking system
- Support offer preparation, compensation discussions, and pre-employment steps in partnership with the broader HR team
- Ensure a consistent, inclusive, and professional candidate experience throughout the hiring process
- Track recruiting metrics, provide hiring updates, and identify opportunities to improve recruiting effectiveness
- Stay informed on recruiting trends, employment market conditions, and best practices in talent acquisition
Qualifications And Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, Psychology, or a related field
- 6+ years of full-cycle talent acquisition experience, experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical environment is required
- Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and recruiting tools such as Greenhouse or similar ATS
- Strong interviewing, assessment, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage multiple open roles, prioritize work, and meet hiring timelines with organization, follow-through, and attention to detail
- Sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential information
- Knowledge of employment laws, fair hiring practices, and inclusive recruiting principles