Regional Talent Acquisition Manager

Gensler seeks a Regional Talent Acquisition Manager in San Francisco to lead regional talent strategy and full lifecycle recruiting for the Northwest Region across multiple offices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Regional Senior Leadership and HR to define and steer the Northwest Region talent acquisition strategy.
• Manage the full lifecycle recruitment process from market research and sourcing to offer and acceptance for candidates from emerging talent to executive leadership levels.
• Conduct direct searches and cultivate a strong network of senior-level talent pools.
• Oversee search firm contracts to align with firmwide standards and strengthen external branding for critical hires.
• Perform local talent mapping, analyze industry talent trends, and implement targeted selection to support strategic hiring needs; explore approaches to engaging passive candidates.
• Partner with the HR Director and Marketing/PR to communicate the employer value proposition in each market.
• Mentor and develop the Talent Acquisition team, guiding growth and skills development.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and proactive talent sourcing within the team.
• Standardize recruitment processes regionwide to improve internal efficiency while delivering an optimal candidate experience.
• Ensure compliance with recruitment policies, secure necessary approvals, and maximize internal talent usage where possible.
• Lead or supervise talent acquisition projects and initiatives.
• Engage with the firm’s Talent Acquisition community and contribute to its activities.
• Track recruitment metrics to evaluate hiring success and sources of hires.
• Collaborate with the Talent Development Manager to co-create and co-facilitate TA learning activities.
• Provide market insights and strategic recruitment solutions in response to changing business trends.
• Benchmark TA practices against industry peers to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Develop and nurture a pipeline of targeted prospects through ongoing candidate relationships as a trusted advisor.
• Communicate regularly with Regional Managing Principals, Office Directors, and Hiring Managers in a clear, concise manner.
• Oversee data management of the applicant process to ensure accurate records and reporting.
• Represent Gensler as a brand ambassador in internal and external contexts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 12 years of experience in agency and/or corporate talent acquisition.
• Experience recruiting for a creative firm such as architecture, interior design, branding agency, or in professional services/consulting.
• Expertise with executive search and high-volume staffing.
• Professional services demeanor with proven ability to organize and execute priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced interview and selection capabilities.
• Experience with market mapping and targeted talent searches.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Experience using an ATS; Workday experience preferred.
• Team player with demonstrated collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of recruitment best practices, particularly regarding candidate experience and employer branding.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with deadlines and interruptions.
• Familiarity with EEO reporting and auditing.
• Familiar with visa processes and PERM a plus.
• Proficient in current and emerging recruiting technologies.

Technologies

• Workday

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Wellness programs
• Flexible spending account
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan
• Profit sharing
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• Twice annual bonus opportunities
• License and exam fee reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement

Location

San Francisco, CA, US

Salary

USD 160,000 - 180,000 per year

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