Senior Talent Acquisition Partner

Job Summary

The  Senior Talent Acquisition Partner works autonomously and effectively to lead complex recruitment initiatives, develop strategic talent acquisition plans, and serve as trusted advisor to hiring managers on a variety of hiring searches. The Senior Talent Acquisition Partner will design and implement innovative recruitment approaches that align with business needs while driving process improvements across the talent acquisition function. Expertise includes managing professional, technical, and leadership searches, analyzing market trends to inform competitive talent strategies, and building influential relationships with key stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for variety of positions across the organization.
• Lead complex, high-priority recruitment initiatives including executive and specialized technical roles.
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing requirements, develop a solid plan for the search, and find high-quality candidates for each role.
• Implement diverse sourcing strategies including utilizing job boards, professional networks, and actively sourcing passive candidates.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial candidate assessments to identify most-qualified applicants.
• Coordinate and conduct interviews, prepare interview teams, and gather feedback.
• Negotiate employment offers and assist with closing candidates.
• Bring structured but flexible approach to process, maintaining accurate recruitment data and providing regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies throughout the hiring process.
• Create and deliver a positive candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding.
• Work closely with hiring managers and HR Business Partners throughout the entire recruiting process to ensure a smooth and thorough process that’s meeting the needs of the business.
• Develop comprehensive talent acquisition strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Design innovative sourcing approaches for hard-to-fill positions and competitive talent markets.
• Analyze recruitment metrics and market trends to optimize talent acquisition strategies.
• Drive process improvements and implement best practices across the talent acquisition function.
• Collaborate with HR leadership on employer branding and EVP (Employee Value Proposition) development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Competencies

• Strategic thinking and ability to align recruitment with business objectives.
• Advanced negotiation and influence skills with senior stakeholders and candidates.
• Expert knowledge of talent acquisition methodologies and industry best practices.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of organizational dynamics.
• Advanced candidate assessment and selection expertise.
• Project management skills for complex hiring initiatives.
• Data analysis capabilities to derive insights from recruitment metrics.
• Consultative approach to partnering with leaders of all levels.
• Ability to discern competitive dynamics of market for specific roles.
• Change management skills to implement new recruitment processes.
• Executive presence and professional maturity when representing the organization.
• Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Situational adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
• Plans and aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Action oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Manages complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or other related field from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of progressive recruitment experience, including high-level and/or technical positions.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful talent acquisition strategies.
• Experience advising leadership on hiring decisions and talent management.
• Advanced knowledge of recruitment technologies, tools, and methodologies.
• Demonstrated success in building talent pipelines for critical roles.
• Proficient in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment technologies.
• Some travel may be required during college recruiting season.
• An acceptable pre-employment background and drug test.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in oil and gas, recruiting for similar roles preferred.
• Experience with Workday ATS/HRIS.
• Professional certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP, or recruitment-specific certification).
• Familiarity with data analysis and reporting tools.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Continental Resources, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities and access for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.