Academy was founded in 2017 on the principle that we could bring modern-day product design principles, paired with a foundation in UX and Design Thinking, into organizations and transform their products, services, and strategies to build a better world around us.

We make complex problems seem simple. Specializing in UX, our agency team, staffing, and recruiting services help scale product design organizations and craft digital products providing Design, Research, Product Strategy, and Product Management resources. We meet our clients wherever they are, whether they are looking for a team to handle a project for them, need an extra resource to augment their team, or simply want to build a team from scratch. We work with them side-by-side to get them to their next milestone.

As a Sr. Design Recruiter, you will work closely with recruiting and sourcing leaders, business leaders, and cross-functional partners to support hiring for roles that include (but are not limited to): Product Design, Product Management, Strategy, UX Research, Writing, and Design Ops.

Must have experience working in Product Design recruiting.

In your role, you will report to the Recruiting Manager, and help to identify top talent, develop recruiting strategies, and propose/implement ongoing improvements to Academy's recruitment efforts. Your collaborative and human-centered approach will help us refine our core programs while simultaneously uncovering and developing top talent and reinventing the field. You will play an essential role in advancing a more diverse, accessible, equitable, and inclusive Academy team through enhancing our hiring and inclusion practices.

Responsibilities

Talent Sourcing: Identify and engage top UX talent through various channels, including LinkedIn, job boards, industry events, referrals and Academy's extensive database.
Client Collaboration: Work closely with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored recruitment solutions.
Candidate Assessment: Conduct comprehensive portfolio reviews, behavioral assessments, and interviews to ensure candidates align with client requirements.
Recruiting Strategy: Develop and implement effective recruiting strategies to attract and retain top talent.
Program Refinement: Continuously improve core programs and processes to enhance recruitment efforts and outcomes.
Candidate Coaching and Feedback: Provide constructive feedback and career coaching to candidates, helping them to improve their skills and better position themselves for success.
Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with both clients and candidates, providing ongoing support and career advice.
Market Expertise: Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to offer strategic insights to clients and candidates.
Diversity and Inclusion: Play a key role in advancing a more diverse, accessible, equitable, and inclusive team through enhancing our hiring and inclusion practices.
End-to-End Recruitment: Manage the entire recruitment process, from initial contact to hire, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for all parties involved.
Feedback Loop: Create and maintain a feedback loop with clients and candidates to continuously improve our recruitment processes and outcomes.

Qualifications

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in recruiting, with a focus on UX or design roles.
Network: Strong network within the UX community and a proven track record of successful placements.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an emphasis on clear and transparent interactions.
Skills: Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Approach: A candidate-first mindset with a commitment to providing value-added services such as career coaching and interview preparation.

Benefits

Paid Sick Leave: 5 days
Unpaid Time Off: Eligible for unpaid time off for vacations, family events, or personal days.
Remote Work: Flexible remote work policy, requiring availability during US hours as designated in the contract and residing in the state of tax residency for at least 183 days a year.