Talent Acquisition Project Specialist

Partnering with a leading, forward-thinking financial services organization, Aquent is seeking a dynamic professional to drive high-priority talent acquisition initiatives. In this role, you will be the driving force behind connecting top-tier talent with life-changing career opportunities, directly impacting the growth and success of a major industry leader. Your organizational expertise and passion for delivering exceptional experiences will shape the future of our client's teams, making a tangible difference from day one.

Please note: This position is available on a W-2 employment basis only and is not open to Corp-to-Corp (C2C) arrangements. The client is also unable to provide employment-based visa sponsorship or transfers for this role.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an energetic and detail-oriented professional to execute high-impact hiring initiatives, coordinate key recruiting events, and manage critical talent acquisition projects. Working closely with advisors, hiring leaders, and candidates, you will orchestrate seamless interview logistics, keep projects on track, and ensure an outstanding candidate journey. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your project coordination skills while playing a pivotal role in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end logistics for hiring sprints, interview events, and specialized recruiting projects.
• Apply strong project coordination skills to track timelines, manage dependencies, and keep stakeholders aligned.
• Draft and deliver clear, professional, and timely candidate communications.
• Support candidate screening activities, including resume reviews and initial evaluations.
• Solve logistical and scheduling challenges proactively to maintain momentum.
• Track progress, analyze metrics, and provide clear status updates to business partners.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement to make recruiting activities more efficient and scalable.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in project coordination, operations, recruiting, human resources, administrative support, or event management.
• Proven experience supporting project-based work, hiring events, or talent acquisition initiatives.
• Junior-level recruiting experience, including reviewing resumes and evaluating candidate profiles.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a highly professional demeanor.
• Demonstrated customer-centric approach to delivering outstanding candidate and hiring manager experiences.
• High attention to detail when managing schedules, candidate data, and deliverables.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience coordinating onsite hiring and interview events.
• Strong prioritization techniques and adaptability in a fast-changing environment.
• Analytical skills with experience tracking metrics and generating reports.
• Familiarity with using Generative AI tools to boost productivity and streamline repeatable processes.
• A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to optimize workflows.