Associate Director, Talent Acquisition

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Talent Acquisition to join our HR team at PepGen. This role will report to the Head of Human Resources and collaborate closely with the leadership team to develop and implement talent acquisition strategies that align with the organization’s growth objectives. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in talent acquisition, employer branding, and recruitment strategy, along with a strong service mentality and an understanding of the biotech industry.
Responsibilities:

• Partner with leadership to design and execute talent acquisition strategies that support business goals.
• Develop and implement strategies to attract, engage, and retain top talent across all levels of the organization.
• Drive end-to-end recruiting lifecycle support from sourcing to extending offers
• Partner with hiring managers on recruitment needs, policies, processes, and best practices.
• Partner with and manage external RPO.
• Collaborate with the HR team to ensure a streamlined and effective hiring process for roles.
• Lead employer branding initiatives to enhance PepGen’s reputation as an employer of choice in the biotech field.
• Ensure data accuracy in the applicant tracking system for pipeline management, analyzing talent acquisition metrics to assess the effectiveness of recruitment strategies, and provide insights to the leadership team.
• Facilitate training and support for hiring teams on best practices in interviewing and selection.
• Stay informed on industry trends and market conditions to proactively identify talent needs.
• Work closely with the HR team to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations in recruitment practices.
• Provide a positive candidate experience for all applicants

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in talent acquisition within a biotech or pharmaceutical company.
• Proven experience in developing and executing innovative recruitment strategies.
• Experience with end-to-end recruiting
• Strong knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and best practices related to talent acquisition.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with leadership and candidates.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to recruitment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Note: This is not a remote role. We like to work together and operate in a hybrid model in office Tues, Weds & Thurs each week.