Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist
Santa Ana, CA (Onsite)
3-Month Contract
JPC - 20128

Solugenix is assisting a client, a leading financial services company, in their search for a Talent Acquisition Specialist. This is a 3-month contract opportunity based out of Santa Ana, CA (Onsite).

The Contract Talent Acquisition Specialist will provide hands-on recruiting support to the client's Talent Acquisition team, partnering closely with the Recruiters to help manage active requisitions and conduct high-volume phone screenings. This role focuses on candidate engagement, screening coordination, and administrative recruiting support to ensure a smooth and efficient hiring process. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, candidate-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume recruiting environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, or HR support (contract or corporate experience preferred).
• Experience conducting phone screens and supporting multiple requisitions simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills with a professional and candidate-friendly approach.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Comfortable working in applicant tracking systems (Workday required & Phenom a plus).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting high-volume or operational recruiting.
• Prior contract recruiting or recruiting coordinator experience.
• Familiarity with corporate hiring processes and compliance standards.

Responsibilities:
Recruiting & Requisition Support

• Support Recruiters with active requisitions, including candidate review, dispositioning, and pipeline management.
• Assist with posting jobs, tracking candidates, and maintaining accurate data within the applicant tracking system.
• Coordinate interview scheduling and follow-ups as needed to keep processes moving efficiently.
• Partner with Recruiters to ensure timely communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.

Phone Screening & Candidate Engagement

• Conduct initial phone screens to assess candidate qualifications, experience, and interest.
• Provide candidates with an overview of the role, hiring process, and next steps.
• Capture detailed screening notes and recommendations for the Recruiter review.
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience at all stages of the process.

Process & Administrative Support

• Maintain compliance with internal recruiting processes and documentation requirements.
• Assist with reporting, requisition updates, and ad hoc recruiting projects.
• Support high-volume hiring needs and short turnaround timelines as required.
• Collaborate closely with Recruiters, TA Coordinators, and HR partners to ensure seamless hiring execution.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Candidate-focused mindset with excellent follow-through.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based recruiting environment.
• Adaptability and comfort in a fast-paced, changing workload.

Required Skills:
Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, HR Support, Phone Screening, Candidate Engagement.

Additional Skills:
Adaptability, Team Collaboration, Compliance Standards, Reporting, High-Volume Hiring, Pipeline Management, Job Posting, Tracking Candidates, Applicant Tracking Systems, Workday, Interview Scheduling, Communication Skills, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Follow-Through.

Pay Range for CA, CO, IL, NJ, NY, WA, and DC: $42.85/hour to $42.85/hour. Starting rate of pay offered may vary depending on factors including but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.

Solugenix will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and Ordinance. Applicants do not need to disclose their criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if we are concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, applicants will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

About the Client
Our client is one of the world's leading financial services companies based out of Santa Ana, CA.

About Solugenix
Solugenix is a leader in IT services, delivering cutting-edge technology solutions, exceptional talent, and managed services to global enterprises. With extensive expertise in highly regulated and complex industries, we are a trusted partner for integrating advanced technologies with streamlined processes. Our solutions drive growth, foster innovation, and ensure compliance—providing clients with reliability and a strong competitive edge.
Recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace, Solugenix is proud of its inclusive culture and unwavering commitment to excellence. Our recent expansion, with new offices in the Dominican Republic, Jakarta, and the Philippines, underscores our growing global presence and ability to offer world-class technology solutions. Partnering with Solugenix means more than just business—it means having a dedicated ally focused on your success in today's fast-evolving digital world.