Talent Agent Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary:
The Talent Connection Specialist strategically executes end-to-end recruitment processes to attract and place talented individuals. This role acts as a collaborative partner to hiring managers, streamlining sourcing and screening while reinforcing the importance of a human-centered candidate experience. In addition to recruitment, the specialist supports onboarding to ensure a seamless new hire transition, contributes to compensation and offer development, and helps elevate Byrne’s employer brand through thoughtful outreach, messaging, and engagement.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Job Requirements:

• Represent and emulate the Byrne brand in all aspects of recruitment.
• Develop and execute innovative, AI-assisted talent acquisition strategies, managing the end-to-end recruitment process.
• Continuously improve the recruiting process and candidate experience using AI and automation tools.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, build a strong employer brand, and attract top-tier talent.
• Conduct candidate phone screens, acting as an empathetic and informed HR agent who ensures a positive and professional experience.
• Source active and passive candidates through social media, cold calling, and email.
• Schedule and facilitate internal and external interviews, and thoughtfully deliver feedback to candidates.
• Advise on effective interview techniques and partner with hiring managers on their candidate interactions throughout the hiring process.
• Build relationships with industry associations, community organizations, and job placement services.
• Ensure timely follow-up with candidates, manage the applicant tracking system, and create/recap recruiting metrics.
• Implement onboarding programs in line with company culture and values.
• Streamline and enhance the onboarding experience, coordinating with departments to ensure efficiency and cultural alignment.
• Draft and refine offer letters and compensation materials in partnership with HR, using benchmarking data and available AI tools.
• All other duties as assigned, including event planning and participation, content creation, assistance to the HR Operations team with ongoing projects, employee relations, and employee support.

Skills/Experience Required:

• Strong communication skills, particularly during phone screens, interviews, and candidate updates
• Demonstrated curiosity and comfort with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, resume screeners, sourcing platforms)
• Ability to take direction while offering original solutions and insights
• Analytical mindset with a desire to improve systems and hiring outcomes
• Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple roles and timelines
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, ATS tools, and CRM platforms preferred

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, Communications, or a related field preferred