Director Of Recruiting Jobs in Massachusetts
Director Of Recruiting jobs in Massachusetts are in steady demand, with activity concentrated in life sciences, financial services, technology, and higher education, at levels from talent acquisition manager through executive recruiting leadership. Boston, Cambridge, and Waltham are the primary hiring centers, home to anchor employers like Biogen, Fidelity Investments, and Massachusetts General Hospital, which maintain large in-house talent acquisition teams. The most sought-after specializations include technical recruiting, executive search, and high-volume life sciences hiring. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist
Clearance Level: Must be willing and able to obtain an Active Secret Clearance - Must US Citizen to qualify due to the nature of the work.
Location: Although this position is hybrid 1 day/week onsite, you must live within 100 miles of Lexington, MA to be considered
At Aquila Technology, you will see our team’s passion every day, whether we are building a robust, policy-compliant IT system or stress-testing a system to identify gaps and security vulnerabilities. To own the advantage, we ensure our team owns results and gets the work done right the first time by deploying smart, purposeful solutions that work. Aquila is the right people with the right skills driving the right outcomes. We call this the Aquila Advantage.
About the Role:
Aquila Technology is seeking a Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist to support one of the nation's premier defense research organizations. The Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing sourcing and talent acquisition strategies using various means such as passive job seeker identification, advertisements and social media campaign(s), career/job fairs and college recruitment. The Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist will also collaborate with HR Business Partners and hiring managers to support talent acquisition needs and initiatives across the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Drives the recruiting process including sourcing, screening, interviewing and advising in the selection of final candidates for assigned division/departments. Participates in the negotiation of offers.
- Develop an understanding of the assigned functional areas' talent needs and develop talent acquisition strategies to attract and hire best-in class talent.
- Establish, build and maintain strong and effective relationships and partnerships with hiring managers.
- Actively ensures the quality and effectiveness of staffing activities for designated departments/groups; educates managers on the hiring process and tools; recommends and implements process improvements as needed and serves as a leader on projects, as assigned.
Qualifications:
- 7+ years of experience in full life cycle recruiting, preferably in an engineering and/or research & development environment.
- Experience using social media and the latest sourcing tools and methods (Boolean Internet Search, LinkedIn etc.)
- Detail-oriented in organizing, managing, and tracking candidate flow
- Outstanding customer service and relationship building skills
- Ability to present new recruiting concepts to talent acquisition team
- Some travel will be required to attend job fairs, campus recruiting and diversity events
- Experience with virtual recruiting platforms as well as experience with virtual interviewing methods and demonstrated ability to foster relationships
- General knowledge of current employment laws and practices.
- Proficiency with web-based applicant tracking systems, recruitment platforms, and Microsoft Office
Must Have
- 7 years - Human Resources
- 7 years - Active/Passive Candidate Sourcing
- 7 years - Applicant Tracking Systems
- 7 years - Candidate Pipeline Creation
- 3 years - Employment Law and Regulations
- 7 years - Full Lifecycle Recruitment
- 7 years - Networking Events
- 7 years - Recruiting Metrics
- 7 years - Salary Negotiations
- 7 years - Social Media/Job Boards
Nice to Have
- Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree
- Human Resources
- DoD/RnD Recruitment
- SuccessFactors experience
- SuccessFactors Recruiting Module
Education:
- BA/BS degree in Business, Human Resources, Psychology or relevant concentration is required. Directly related experience will be considered as equivalent.
Benefits and Perks:
Aquila team members experience the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused, and technically innovative work environment. Aquila strives to deliver the best of the best in technical services to our customers. Candidates that possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and the desire to establish themselves as critical players within a team will enjoy calling Aquila Technology home.
Our Perks Include:
PTO - 15 days (vacation/sick) 10 paid holidays - 6 standard (New Year’s, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) - 4 floating holidays prorated based on your day of hire:
- 1.5 paid days, or 12 hours, for approved volunteer work
- 1 week of paid maternity/paternity LOA after 1 year of Full-time employment
Tuition & Training Reimbursement- 5K annually for pre-approved, Eligible full-time team members who have completed a minimum ofsix (6) months of employment may apply for tuition reimbursement for approved, job-related courses taken through an accredited college or university. Team members must achieve a grade of “B” or better to qualify for reimbursement.Aquila will reimburse up to $5,000 per fiscal year for tuition expenses only. Expenses related to training programs, certifications, books, materials, meals, transportation, or other non-tuition costs are not eligible under the Tuition Reimbursement Program. All tuition reimbursement requests must be submitted to and approved by the team member’s Manager prior to course registration. Reimbursement will be issued upon successful course completion and submission of final grades and proof of payment.
401K with Fidelity - Eligible to participate following 90 days of employment. Company match on employee contribution:
- $1/$1 up to 3%, then .50 cents / $1 for 4th and 5th %s
- Fully vested from day one
- Company match does not apply to catch-up contribution
Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursed up to $150 monthly to cover cell phone, data, and home internet expenses. Aquila Technology will reimburse team members who work from home ONLY for cell phone/mobile device fees for work-related communications and/or operations each month. Employees eligible for this benefit must work remote 2 days a week or more to qualify.
Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) - Team members are eligible for reimbursement of up to $1,500 every three (3) years for the purchase of electronic equipment used to access corporate services. To qualify for this benefit, employees must have completed a minimum of six (6) months of employment and must agree to and sign the Device Minimum Configuration Form prior to reimbursement. Electronic devices eligible under the Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) program are limited to cell phones, laptops, and tablets.
Clearance Level: Interim clearance is acceptable to start
Work Location: Hybrid schedule - onsite 1 day/weekInterview
Process: initial zoom interview, followed by an in person wider group interview.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of recruiting jobs across Massachusetts.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Seven or more years of progressive recruiting experience including team leadership
- Demonstrated ability to build and manage full-cycle recruiting operations at scale
- Experience recruiting for life sciences, technology, or financial services sectors in Massachusetts
- Proficiency with applicant tracking systems such as Workday, Greenhouse, or iCIMS
- Strong background in workforce planning, employer branding, and hiring metrics reporting
Director Of Recruiting Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a director of recruiting in Massachusetts?
Director of recruiting roles in Massachusetts do not require a state-issued license or certification. The typical path starts with a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related discipline, followed by progressive experience in talent acquisition and team management. Many Massachusetts employers in life sciences and technology look for candidates who have led recruiting functions across multiple departments, with exposure to compliance requirements under federal and Massachusetts employment law, including the state's pay transparency and pay equity statutes.
How much do director of recruitings make in Massachusetts?
Director of recruitings in Massachusetts earn a median of about $181,780 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $99,990 for the lowest 10% to over $315,700 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire director of recruitings in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring director of recruitings in Massachusetts right now include Tulip Interfaces, Biogen, and Heritage Holding, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of biotech, hospital systems, and financial institutions creates consistent demand for experienced recruiting leaders across both corporate and contract roles.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most director of recruiting jobs?
Boston, Milford, and Cambridge account for the largest share of director of recruiting openings in Massachusetts. Boston and Cambridge lead because of the region's concentration of academic medical centers, asset managers, and major biotech campuses, while Waltham and Burlington attract openings from the technology and pharmaceutical companies that have clustered along the Route 128 corridor.
Are there remote director of recruiting jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, and more than most fields, because recruiting leadership work is largely strategic and communication-based rather than tied to a physical site. About 77% of director of recruiting openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how broadly the function has adapted to distributed work. The most fully remote opportunities tend to be in executive search, technical recruiting leadership, and roles at technology companies that operate across multiple states.
How can I get hired as a director of recruiting in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving up from a senior recruiter or recruiting manager role within a Massachusetts organization rather than applying directly to director-level postings. Large hospital systems like Mass General Brigham and Brigham and Women's Hospital, along with major biotech employers, regularly promote from within their talent acquisition teams. Building experience in a specialized vertical, earning a Society for Human Resource Management certification, and taking on project ownership in workforce planning or employer branding are the credentials that most often move internal candidates into their first director role.
Where can I find and apply to director of recruiting jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to director of recruiting jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across Boston, Cambridge, Waltham, and other hiring centers in the state. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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