Senior Talent Acquisition Manager (m/f/d)

About the Job

We're looking for an experienced Senior Talent Acquisition Manager (m/f/d) to join our portfolio company with a background in the semiconductor industry.

In your day-to-day work, you will focus on sourcing, attracting and onboarding high quality talent. Effectively work alongside hiring managers for different hiring needs across various departments.

Join our portfolio company: A German hardware company focused on designing and manufacturing cutting-edge microchips. The transformative startup offers energy-efficient and high-performance components for multiple industries.

In this role, you’ll:

• Develop and implement talent acquisition strategies to attract the right candidates
• Perform full-cycle recruitment processes for specialized roles, including engineering, R&D, IC design, and process development positions
• Build and maintain strong talent pipelines by leveraging industry-specific platforms, professional networks, and events.
• Evaluate and refine recruiting processes and tools to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and a positive candidate experience
• Collaborate with the team together that ensures all HR lifecycle stages are handled effectively and in a way that elevates the experience for both candidates and employee
• Build together with the team a strong employer brand that is appealing to prospective hires
• Stay ahead of trends in the semiconductor industry and talent landscape, ensuring the organization is competitive in attracting top talent
• Identify opportunities for enhancement in the talent acquisition process and policies, implementing changes that make the system more efficient and applicant-friendly

Your Profile

• 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition, with a focus on recruiting for the semiconductor, photonics or engineering sectors
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field, or a minimum of 5 years' experience in Talent Acquisition in a fast-growing environment
• Solid background in sourcing and recruiting candidates for specialized roles such as IC design engineers, R&D scientists or process engineers in competitive areas
• Thorough understanding of the global semiconductor labour market and the specific recruitment strategies used in the industry
• Strong ability to identify potential talent and liaise with technical professionals for future opportunities
• Excellent communication skills and be comfortable interacting with our technical teams and hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs
• Your approach to work should incorporate an analytical mindset, using relevant recruitment metrics to make informed decisions and improve recruitment processes
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is required for this role. German is a plus

Please note that we are looking for support in the Aachen office of our portfolio company. Eligibility to work within the EU is required as well.

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package with outstanding insurance, pension and virtual stock options at our portfolio company
• An inspiring, creative and diverse environment with professional and motivated colleagues from all over the world
• Transparent and open culture where every person is highly valued and respected
• Getting challenged and developing your professional skills by taking over responsibilities, and a guaranteed steep learning curve from day one
• A supportive environment that prioritises work-life balance
• Be part of a professional network within the Project A family, with access to regular events, knowledge exchange and meetups

Apply below and become a part of our success story!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Project A is committed to diverse and equal opportunities hiring for all – applicants, candidates, and employees alike. We value humans – with all our glorious multifaceted backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences – and look forward to your application.