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Hybrid Talent Acquisition Partner - Cedar Rapids, IA
About The Role:
We are seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Partner with strong manufacturing operations and engineering salaried recruitment experience to recruit talent for our NA Operations organization. To excel, you'll utilize your highly advanced sourcing skills to research and network with passive candidates and land critical talent for ADM. The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver with a proven ability to develop strong relationships with hiring managers and work collaboratively across multiple HR disciplines. We are looking for a highly consultative talent advisor who brings external market insights to bear when consulting hiring managers and HR Business Partners on talent needs and recruitment approaches.
This is a fast-paced and dynamic role on an energetic and inclusive team where thinking about things in new ways is strongly supported. You'll also work on strategic projects to improve and innovate how we attract and recruit the best talent, because we know that there's always a better way - from generating a candidate pipeline to finding ways to streamline and improve the manager and candidate experience. The ideal candidate is relationship oriented, an effective communicator, and has a proven track record of building and maintaining lasting relationships with both candidates and hiring managers. You will help position ADM as an employer of choice with highly skilled, in-demand diverse talent that is critical to our growing organization.
Key Responsibilities: In This Role You Will . . .
- Build solid relationships with hiring managers and HR Partners to develop a keen understanding of the skills and experiences needed to continue the growth and success of the business
- Act as an ambassador of ADM and help create a strong employer-of-choice brand
- Develop and maintain strong partnerships with community organizations, workforce development agencies, educational institutions, and local business networks to enhance employer brand awareness and support talent acquisition efforts.
- Use your knowledge of the competitive landscape to build recruiting strategies for open positions and to bring insights to the business regarding the market
- Leverage multiple sourcing tools to identify and attract highly skilled talent (LinkedIn Recruiter, HireEZ)
- Own the full cycle recruitment process, including pipeline building, sourcing, relationship management, and the offer and closing of candidates
- Act as the project manager for every search, keeping hiring managers and candidates informed at all times and moving the action forward to deliver results
- Partner effectively with HR Business Partners and other HR CoEs to ensure the talent needs of the organization are met
- Drive an efficient hiring process and maintain quality pipeline metrics via the ATS (Kenexa/Brassring)
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a full life-cycle recruiter
- Strong recruitment project management experience with an orientation toward results and delivery
- Highly developed communication skills- both written and verbal
- Strong consulting, problem solving skills, relationship management and closing skills
- Curiosity, agility and the ability to influence outside one’s direct span of control
- Experience developing targeted sourcing strategies to attract talent for niche roles and in challenging talent markets, specifically experience in attracting talent across NA into manufacturing roles (including engineering, maintenance, supervisory and other technical roles)
- Demonstrated expert level capabilities in direct sourcing talent including utilizing AI and other sourcing tools
- Self-motivated with superior organizational skills, integrity and follow through
- A strong self-starter and “dot-connector” who sees the big picture and drives processes to deliver desired outcomes
- A team player who always assumes positive intent and brings people together to deliver results
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
REF:114717BR
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between:
$60,000 - $129,900
Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
- Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
- Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
- Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
- Paid time off including paid holidays.
- Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
- Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
#IncludingYou
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
Req/Job ID
114717BR
#LI-Onsite
Ref ID
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Hybrid Talent Acquisition Partner - Cedar Rapids, IA | Archer Daniels Midland
Hybrid Talent Acquisition Partner - Cedar Rapids, IA
About The Role:
We are seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Partner with strong manufacturing operations and engineering salaried recruitment experience to recruit talent for our NA Operations organization. To excel, you'll utilize your highly advanced sourcing skills to research and network with passive candidates and land critical talent for ADM. The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver with a proven ability to develop strong relationships with hiring managers and work collaboratively across multiple HR disciplines. We are looking for a highly consultative talent advisor who brings external market insights to bear when consulting hiring managers and HR Business Partners on talent needs and recruitment approaches.
This is a fast-paced and dynamic role on an energetic and inclusive team where thinking about things in new ways is strongly supported. You'll also work on strategic projects to improve and innovate how we attract and recruit the best talent, because we know that there's always a better way - from generating a candidate pipeline to finding ways to streamline and improve the manager and candidate experience. The ideal candidate is relationship oriented, an effective communicator, and has a proven track record of building and maintaining lasting relationships with both candidates and hiring managers. You will help position ADM as an employer of choice with highly skilled, in-demand diverse talent that is critical to our growing organization.
Key Responsibilities: In This Role You Will . . .
- Build solid relationships with hiring managers and HR Partners to develop a keen understanding of the skills and experiences needed to continue the growth and success of the business
- Act as an ambassador of ADM and help create a strong employer-of-choice brand
- Develop and maintain strong partnerships with community organizations, workforce development agencies, educational institutions, and local business networks to enhance employer brand awareness and support talent acquisition efforts.
- Use your knowledge of the competitive landscape to build recruiting strategies for open positions and to bring insights to the business regarding the market
- Leverage multiple sourcing tools to identify and attract highly skilled talent (LinkedIn Recruiter, HireEZ)
- Own the full cycle recruitment process, including pipeline building, sourcing, relationship management, and the offer and closing of candidates
- Act as the project manager for every search, keeping hiring managers and candidates informed at all times and moving the action forward to deliver results
- Partner effectively with HR Business Partners and other HR CoEs to ensure the talent needs of the organization are met
- Drive an efficient hiring process and maintain quality pipeline metrics via the ATS (Kenexa/Brassring)
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a full life-cycle recruiter
- Strong recruitment project management experience with an orientation toward results and delivery
- Highly developed communication skills- both written and verbal
- Strong consulting, problem solving skills, relationship management and closing skills
- Curiosity, agility and the ability to influence outside one’s direct span of control
- Experience developing targeted sourcing strategies to attract talent for niche roles and in challenging talent markets, specifically experience in attracting talent across NA into manufacturing roles (including engineering, maintenance, supervisory and other technical roles)
- Demonstrated expert level capabilities in direct sourcing talent including utilizing AI and other sourcing tools
- Self-motivated with superior organizational skills, integrity and follow through
- A strong self-starter and “dot-connector” who sees the big picture and drives processes to deliver desired outcomes
- A team player who always assumes positive intent and brings people together to deliver results
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
REF:114717BR
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between:
$60,000 - $129,900
Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
- Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
- Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
- Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
- Paid time off including paid holidays.
- Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
- Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
#IncludingYou
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
Req/Job ID
114717BR
#LI-Onsite
Ref ID
#LI-KK2
Hybrid Talent Acquisition Partner - Cedar Rapids, IA | Archer Daniels Midland
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Who's Hiring
- TikTok10
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Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software15
- Construction & Real Estate5
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- Banking & Financial Services3
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lead talent acquisition partner jobs.
- 5 or more years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a corporate or agency environment
- Demonstrated experience managing high-volume or complex requisitions across multiple business units
- Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and sourcing tools
- Experience partnering with senior hiring managers and HR business partners
- Strong data fluency including reporting on pipeline metrics and time-to-fill
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field
Tips for Your Lead Talent Acquisition Partner Job Search
Quantify your hiring pipeline metrics
Hiring managers for lead-level roles want to see numbers: time-to-fill improvements, offer acceptance rates, or the volume of roles you've closed per quarter. Pull those figures from your ATS and put them in your resume before you apply.
Tailor your resume to each sector
A lead talent acquisition partner resume that works for a healthtech company looks different from one targeting a retail enterprise. Swap in industry-specific sourcing channels and role types you've filled to show you understand how hiring works in that vertical.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lead talent acquisition partner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your stakeholder management experience
Lead-level roles require owning relationships with hiring managers, HR business partners, and sometimes the C-suite. Your resume and cover letter should name specific examples where you influenced a hiring decision or pushed back on an unrealistic intake requirement.
Prepare a sourcing strategy walkthrough
Interviewers at the lead level almost always ask how you'd build a pipeline for a hard-to-fill role. Walk through your actual process: where you source, how you engage passive candidates, and how you adjust when the first approach isn't working.
Negotiate scope, not just compensation
When you receive an offer, ask about the req load, team size, and whether the role has hiring authority over coordinators or sourcers. These factors shape how much you can accomplish and whether the title reflects real influence.
Lead Talent Acquisition Partner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lead talent acquisition partners?
TikTok, Legora, and ByteDance are hiring the most lead talent acquisition partners right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest at large enterprises and high-growth technology companies scaling their recruiting functions.
How many lead talent acquisition partner jobs are remote?
About 73% of lead talent acquisition partner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the function's shift toward distributed recruiting teams. Roles focused on executive search and corporate programs tend to offer the most location flexibility, while high-volume or on-site manufacturing recruiting roles are more likely to require a physical presence.
How do you become a lead talent acquisition partner?
Start by building several years of full-cycle recruiting experience, ideally across different role types or industries so you understand how hiring needs vary. Move into a senior recruiter role where you own complex requisitions and begin influencing process decisions. Develop expertise in a sourcing discipline, employer branding, or a specific talent segment. Demonstrate that you can mentor junior recruiters and act as a strategic partner to business leaders, not just a transactional filler of open roles.
Can you get a lead talent acquisition partner job without much experience?
Getting hired at the lead level without substantial recruiting experience is uncommon, but you can build toward it faster by being intentional about the experience you take on. Volunteer to lead a recruiting project, own an end-to-end search for a critical role, or take point on a process improvement initiative at your current company. Certifications in talent acquisition strategy and demonstrated ability to manage stakeholders strengthen a profile that is lighter on years.
What does the lead talent acquisition partner interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter screen focused on your background and motivation, followed by a hiring manager conversation that goes deeper on your sourcing philosophy and how you handle difficult requisitions. Expect a case study or presentation round where you walk through how you'd build a pipeline or redesign an intake process. Final rounds typically involve meeting cross-functional partners or HR leadership who assess your ability to influence without direct authority.
Where can I find and apply to lead talent acquisition partner jobs?
You can find and apply to lead talent acquisition partner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience level, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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