Talent Acquisition Specialist

Description

Your Role
Gensler is a global leader in architecture, design, and planning, with offices and talent spanning the world. Our work is grounded in a long-standing commitment to sustainability and the belief that design is a powerful strategic driver for innovation and lasting competitive advantage. At Gensler, you’ll join a highly creative, collaborative environment focused on delivering impactful solutions and design excellence. We are seeking a Regional Talent Acquisition Specialist to support recruiting across our North Central Region (Chicago, Minneapolis, Detroit, Columbus, and La Crosse) and provide the highest quality candidate experience.

What You Will Do

• Lead and support talent acquisition efforts with the TA Manager across the North Central Region (NCR).
• Partner with hiring managers through weekly recruiting meetings to align on evolving studio hiring needs and priorities.
• Partner with our HR team and TA Manager in the North Central region to define, implement and execute effective recruitment strategies.
• Proactively identify, engage, and cultivate relationships with top industry talent to support Gensler’s growth.
• Collaborate with the regional talent acquisition team to evaluate and advance qualified candidates for open roles.
• Manage the full-cycle screening process, including conducting phone interviews and assessing candidate fit.
• Open requisitions, manage recruiting workflows, including requisition management, candidate dispositioning, and role closure.
• Advise Studio Leaders/hiring managers on hiring strategies, including candidate negotiations and offer recommendations.
• Contribute to outreach and pipeline development for the Summer Internship Program.
• Maintain accurate compensation data and staffing reports to support hiring decisions and workforce planning.
• Support Campus recruiting activities as needed.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of recruiting experience, preferably 5 years within the Architecture and Interior Design industry.
• Proven experience sourcing candidates and leveraging industry networks.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to meet competing deadlines and manage expectations.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Foundational understanding of human resources and recruiting practices.
• A positive, engaging attitude that contributes to a collaborative team environment.

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Awareness Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests. We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities.

About the Role

The base salary range will be estimated between $100,000 - $120,000. Gensler’s total compensation package is multi-layered and includes a base salary, two annual bonuses paid in December and June, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and profit sharing. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler.