Vice President, Talent Acquisition - Blacklock Group : Job Details

Our client is searching for an experienced talent acquisition professional to join their team.

Must have at least 6 years of experience in investment banking, private equity or consulting from a bulge bracket, premier PE or blue-chip consulting firm.

Company Overview

• Business advisory, interim management, and investment banking firm focused on the middle market
• Provides transactional, operational, financial, and strategic expertise by leveraging top-tier industry experience

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to source and secure top talent across levels
• Drive efficient Talent Acquisition (TA) processes to improve key recruitment metrics
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies
• Communicate the company's value proposition and role-specific advantages
• Deliver an excellent candidate and stakeholder experience
• Manage external agencies and reduce overall recruiting costs
• Lead strategic recruiting initiatives and events
• Maintain talent dashboards, reports, and recruitment SOPs
• Research and implement new TA technologies
• Provide data-driven insights and flag risks/opportunities
• Lead process improvements and change management initiatives
• Enhance employer branding and manage referral programs
• Coach junior TA team members and lead internal TA training

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a top-tier program
• Located in or willing to relocate to New York; in-office presence 4 days/week
• 6+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in investment banking or private equity
• Expertise in candidate sourcing, selection, and behavioural interviews
• Experience in employer branding, diversity recruitment, and change management
• Familiarity with Lever (preferred)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage high-pressure deadlines
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial, and responsive mindset