Talent Acquisition Manager
Location : Bielefeld, Germany
Contract : 2 year contract
Our client, a leading organisation in the biopharmaceutical sector, is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Manager to support their site near Bielefeld, Germany. This position offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated recruitment team and drive strategic talent acquisition initiatives for a high-impact production location.
About the Role
In this strategic and hands-on position, you will be responsible for shaping and overseeing all recruitment and employer branding activities at the site. You will lead a small team, collaborate with global stakeholders, and ensure the efficient delivery of high-quality hiring outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor and develop the local Talent Acquisition team
- Develop and implement recruitment and employer branding strategies for the site
- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including close collaboration with the works council
- Optimise processes, tools and candidate experience across all touchpoints
- Monitor and report key recruiting metrics to support data-driven decisions
- Act as the interface to the global Talent Acquisition organisation
- Ensure consistent use and compliance within the ATS and related recruiting tools
- Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline and represent the company at recruiting events
Candidate Profile
Degree in business administration, psychology, HR or similar7+ years of recruitment experience, including 3+ years in a leadership positionStrong background in attracting top talent and leading high-performing teamsExperience in global organisations and large-scale hiring projectsSolid understanding of the German labour market and labour lawAbility to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environmentExcellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skillsNative-level German and fluent English skills are essentialWhy Apply?
Strategic leadership role with real impactHighly meaningful industry environmentOpportunity to shape recruitment processes for a key manufacturing siteCompetitive salary package up to €120,000Fixed-term contract offering stability while covering a maternity leaveIf you meet the requirements and are interested in discussing this opportunity, please get in touch. I would be happy to provide further details and guide you through the application process.