Talent Acquisition Specialist

At the Blank Family of Businesses, our Core Values drive our culture, guide our decisions, and make our organization a great place to work.

GIVE BACK TO OTHERS

Recognize that the well-being of business cannot be separated from the well-being of society. Join in our ongoing eff­orts to give back through time, talents, labor and financial commitment.

LEAD BY EXAMPLE

Demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit that supports our culture and vision. Take full advantage of our empowerment philosophy by o­ffering suggestions, making decisions and taking responsibility for actions. Stand up for your convictions and vocalize your opinions.

INNOVATE CONTINUOUSLY

Constantly seek new ways to improve results and move above and beyond what seems possible. Demonstrate non-stop reinvention. Do not let unnecessary bureaucracy kill innovation. Implement high quality, new processes, products, services, or solutions that meet or exceed the needs and expectations of our customers.

PUT PEOPLE FIRST

Demonstrate understanding that people are the center, the heartbeat of any successful enterprise. Build rapport and trust by demonstrating sensitivity and respect for others. Empower and listen to associates because they are our number-one source for information and ideas. Invest time and resources in developing associates’ skills and assisting them in managing their careers.

LISTEN AND RESPOND

Listen to internal and external customers (fans, grantees, players, associates, vendors, partners) to understand what they need. View customer needs as golden opportunities that, when creatively addressed, will enhance our competitive edge and the environment in which we all work and professionally grow. Dedicate the needed resources, time and energy to creating lasting value for all customers.

INCLUDE EVERYONE

Our individual diff­erences make our organization more valuable. Value diverse ideas, experiences, skills, work styles and backgrounds. Harness individual diff­erences to create a competitive advantage and better support our partners. Encourage others to accept and capitalize on diversity.

Position Summary

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for executing full-cycle recruitment strategies to attract, identify, and hire high-quality talent across AMB Sports + Entertainment (AMBSE) and the Blank Family of Businesses (BFOB). This role partners closely with the Director of Talent Acquisition, hiring leaders, and HR Business Partners to understand workforce needs, develop effective sourcing strategies, and deliver an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience.

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will manage recruitment activities across a variety of functions and organizational levels, including fan-facing front-line workers, skilled-labor/trades workers, entry-level and professional positions, and leadership roles. This individual will leverage proactive sourcing, market insights, relationship building, and data-driven recruiting practices to build talent pipelines and support the organization’s current and future workforce needs.

The ideal candidate is a highly-collaborative relationship-driven recruiter who demonstrates strong business acumen, sound judgment, adaptability, the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, and lives by the BFOB Core Values – Put People First, Include Everyone, Lead by Example, Listen and Respond, Innovate Continuously, and Give Back to Others.

Reporting to the Director of Talent Acquisition, this fully onsite induvial contributor role will be based at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, and may also work from other locations around the metro Atlanta area as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Talent Acquisition

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including requisition intake, job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, candidate evaluation, offer development, and closing.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand position requirements, business objectives, critical competencies, and ideal candidate profiles.
• Develop and execute recruitment strategies tailored to the specific needs, level, and complexity of each position.
• Manage multiple open requisitions simultaneously while maintaining strong communication, accountability, and recruiting timelines.
• Guide hiring managers through the selection process, providing recommendations and insights to support informed hiring decisions.
• Maintain consistent communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process.

Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development

• Proactively identify and engage qualified talent through LinkedIn Recruiter, networking, referrals, industry connections, job boards, and other sourcing channels.
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines for current and anticipated workforce needs.
• Utilize market research and talent insights to identify candidate availability, competitive trends, and potential sourcing challenges.
• Build relationships with passive candidates and maintain ongoing engagement with prospective talent.
• Support targeted recruiting initiatives, career events, community partnerships, and other talent attraction efforts.

Hiring Manager & Business Partnership

• Establish trusted partnerships with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to understand business priorities and talent needs.
• Lead effective intake discussions to align on position expectations, candidate qualifications, interview processes, and selection criteria.
• Provide consultative guidance on candidate availability, compensation expectations, talent market conditions, and recruitment strategy.
• Facilitate structured interview processes and provide hiring teams with tools and guidance to evaluate candidates consistently.
• Proactively communicate recruiting progress, potential challenges, and recommended solutions to business partners.

Candidate Experience & Employer Brand

• Deliver a professional, engaging, and consistent candidate experience throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Serve as an ambassador for AMBSE and the BFOB, effectively communicating the organization’s culture, values, opportunities, and employer brand.
• Ensure timely candidate follow-up, interview preparation, and communication regarding next steps.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen candidate engagement and improve the overall recruitment experience.
• Support initiatives that position AMBSE and the BFOB as an employer of choice across its diverse business portfolio.

Recruiting Operations & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain accurate and timely candidate, requisition, and recruiting activity within Workday and other talent acquisition systems.
• Monitor recruiting metrics, pipeline activity, time-to-fill, and other key performance indicators.
• Ensure compliance with established recruiting processes, employment practices, and documentation requirements.
• Identify opportunities to streamline recruiting workflows, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the hiring process.
• Support Workday Recruiting optimization, process improvements, and the development of standardized recruiting tools and resources.
• Collaborate with the recruiting team to share best practices and support broader Talent Acquisition initiatives.

Key Skills

• Full-cycle recruitment and talent acquisition expertise.
• Strong sourcing, networking, and candidate engagement capabilities.
• Effective relationship management and stakeholder partnership skills.
• Strong interviewing, candidate assessment, and selection capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to influence and consult with hiring managers and business leaders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret recruiting data and market insights.
• Adaptability and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, Microsoft Office, and other recruiting technologies.
• Commitment to delivering an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience.
• Demonstrated alignment with AMBSE’s values and commitment to teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of sourcing, recruiting, or talent acquisition experience in either a corporate or agency recruiting environment.
• Experience in managing full-cycle recruitment across multiple functions and position levels preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with proactive sourcing strategies, candidate pipeline development, and talent market research.
• Experience partnering with hiring managers and business leaders throughout the recruitment process.
• Experience supporting recruitment in a fast-paced, high-volume, or complex organizational environment is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Experience utilizing an applicant tracking system (ATS); Workday experience preferred.
• Talent acquisition experience with a professional sports team, stadium, and/or entertainment company.
• Experience participating in and/or leading high-volume hourly front-line worker recruitment
• Experience recruiting skilled-labor/trades roles
• Ability to build relationships with tech schools, trades programs, and community partners a plus