Talent Acquisition Partner

About the Company

Orenda is on a mission to make the grid more efficient with renewable energy projects and proprietary asset management technology. We develop, build, own and operate battery energy storage projects in dense urban environments to bridge the gap between renewables and electricity consumption.

We are a dynamic, NYC-based company at the forefront of a new industry. We are seeking highly motivated and incredibly talented individuals who wish to contribute to our important mission.

About the Team

The Talent function sits within Human Resources and owns the full hiring lifecycle—workforce planning, recruiting, offers, and onboarding—supporting growth across Origination, Execution, Asset Technology, and Corporate teams. This role will lead Talent Acquisition in close partnership with the Chief of Staff and work directly with hiring managers and leadership to scale recruiting with consistent, repeatable processes.

About the Role

This will be the first dedicated recruiting hire at a company building the infrastructure behind New York's clean energy future.

The Talent Acquisition Partner will own end-to-end recruiting outcomes across multiple functions as Orenda scales over the next 24 months, with a focus on speed, quality, and predictable execution. Success will be measured by consistently meeting hiring targets, maintaining a high talent bar, and reinforcing disciplined recruiting operations. This role reports to the Chief of Staff.

This role is ideal for: a recruiter who thrives in high-growth environments and is motivated by clear performance metrics, structured execution, and ownership of hiring outcomes.

What you’ll do

• Own full-cycle recruiting, from intake through offer, across all functions delivering against quarterly and annual hiring targets
• Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, calibrate candidate profiles, and drive efficient decision-making
• Drive role intake completeness and readiness (JD/scorecard alignment, leveling, sourcing strategy, interview plan, and comp range alignment) before launching a search
• Proactive sourcing and pipeline generation through outbound outreach, referrals, targeted networks, and agency partnerships
• Develop role-specific “why Orenda / why this role / why now” messaging and lightweight campaigns (outreach sequences, pitch kits) to increase qualified talent pipeline for priority roles
• Enable hiring teams to interview consistently (interviewer prep, scorecard discipline, question quality, and feedback standards), improving signal and reducing rework
• Apply and uphold established recruiting processes and hiring standards to ensure consistency and quality across all roles
• Execute and continuously improve Orenda’s structured, repeatable interview process to improve quality and reduce time-to-hire
• Manage and optimize recruitment KPIs (including time-to-fill, funnel conversion rates, offer acceptance rate, cost of hire, and candidate quality), while identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements
• Proactively identify hiring risks (e.g., pipeline gaps, market constraints) and propose mitigation strategies
• Ensure a high-quality candidate experience while maintaining pace and rigor in the hiring process
• Coordinate offer process and closing materials in partnership with the Chief of Staff (offer approvals and closing plan)
• Ensure hiring practices are consistent, structured, and compliant; partner with HR to support fair and inclusive evaluation
• Maintain a high bar for talent, ensuring all hires meet defined quality standards

Requirements

• 4+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a high-growth or fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to hit hiring targets across multiple functions simultaneously
• Data-driven approach — you manage by KPIs and use numbers to drive decisions
• Track record of building and maintaining strong candidate pipelines in competitive markets
• Strong stakeholder management skills; you know how to influence without authority
• Comfort operating independently in a dynamic, evolving environment with shifting priorities

Preferred Qualifications (Bonus)

• Experience recruiting for energy, infrastructure, or technical roles
• Background in an early-stage or scaling startup environment
• Exposure to workforce planning or talent strategy initiatives
• Familiarity with ATS and recruiting analytics tools (e.g., Greenhouse)

Skills and Attributes

• Owns and delivers against clear hiring goals, consistently tracking progress against defined KPIs
• Uses data to identify bottlenecks and implements practical process improvements
• Drives alignment with hiring managers and holds stakeholders accountable to timelines
• Executes consistently within defined processes while maintaining sound judgment
• Flags risks early and proposes solutions
• Communicates clearly and professionally with candidates and internal stakeholders
• Balances speed and quality, making thoughtful tradeoffs when needed
• Takes ownership of outcomes, not just activity
• Maintains a high standard for talent and does not compromise on quality
• Adapts quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Work Environment

This is a full-time, in-office position requiring work from our headquarters (Brooklyn, NY) five days a week, with regular travel to project sites within the NYC area.

Why join Orenda?

At Orenda, we're doing work that genuinely matters — making the grid cleaner, more resilient, and more equitable for dense urban communities. That mission attracts exceptional people, and as Talent Acquisition Partner, you'll be the one bringing them in.

You’ll work within a recruiting function that has established what works and is now focused on scaling with discipline, consistency, and high performance. This is a role for someone who takes pride in execution, values clear standards, and is motivated by delivering measurable results.

You’ll do this in a mission-driven culture that values ownership, accountability, continuous learning, high performance, and genuine collaboration. We work hard, move quickly, and enjoy doing it together.

In addition to the chance to do important work with a great team, Orenda offers a competitive compensation package designed to attract and retain top talent:

• Base Salary: The anticipated base salary range for this full-time position in New York City is $100,000-150,000 per year. The final base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the successful candidate's relevant experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Bonus: In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible for a significant annual performance-based bonus.
• Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan, with 3% Employer Match
  • LifeTime Fitness corporate membership
  • Monthly commuter stipend
  • Learning and education stipend
  • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
  • Regular company events

Orenda Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair and inclusive hiring and employment practices in accordance with federal, New York State, and New York City law. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment—including hiring, promotion, compensation, or termination—on the basis of any protected characteristic, including race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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