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 similar
* 7+ years of recruitment experience, including 3+ years in a leadership position
* Strong background in attracting top talent and leading high-performing teams
* Experience in global organisations and large-scale hiring projects
* Solid understanding of the German labour market and labour law
* Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
* Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills
* Native-level German and fluent English skills are essential
Why Apply?
* Strategic leadership role with real impact
* Highly meaningful industry environment
* Opportunity to shape recruitment processes for a key manufacturing site
* Competitive salary package up to €120,000
* Fixed-term contract offering stability while covering a maternity leave
If 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.