Interim Talent Acquisition Lead (Senior Recruiter)

TITLE: Interim Talent Acquisition Lead (Senior Recruiter)

CLUB: Seattle Sounders FC & Seattle Reign FC

DEPARTMENT: People & Culture

TERM: Full Time Temporary; Fixed term employee 5 months.

START DATE: Anticipated start September 2025

LOCATION: Renton, WA (hybrid)

 

OUR CLUBS

Seattle Sounders FC and Seattle Reign FC are entering an exciting new era in the pursuit of excellence and a commitment to growth on and off the pitch. Each club has independently forged a rich history of performance while connecting deeply with the community. Our clubs are continually pushing the boundaries of what's possible while fostering an inclusive culture- championing causes and building community connections to expand our reach and impact. Each match is an opportunity to bring together our community, celebrating our resilience, inclusivity, and a commitment to excellence. United in professional dedication- we are two clubs with one shared vision of progress and greatness.

 

POSITION SUMMARY

This interim, high-impact role provides critical support during a period of accelerated growth and while we recruit for a permanent leader of Talent Acquisition.

We’re seeking a strategic, systems-minded talent acquisition specialist with a coaching approach who can:

• Build scalable talent acquisition processes
• Configure and optimize our ATS (Greenhouse)
• Enable and train hiring managers
• Lead select high-priority searches across full-time, part-time, contract, and seasonal hiring

Your impact will be creating the infrastructure, tools, and practices that ensure hiring remains efficient, equitable, and aligned with our values.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• ATS Leadership: Position Greenhouse as the single source of truth for all hiring activity. Ensure adoption, advanced functionality (e.g., offer generation, HRIS integration), and data integrity to drive decision-making.
• Recruitment Systems & Tools: Design and refine workflows, templates, reporting, and candidate communications to improve efficiency, scalability, and equity.
• Priority Hiring Execution: Lead select critical requisitions end-to-end, modeling structured, equitable, and high-touch recruitment practices.
• Coach and Enable Hiring Managers: Train and guide managers on role scoping, structured interviewing, and equitable decision-making; provide real-time guidance during active searches.
• Equity & Inclusion: Embed inclusive hiring practices at every stage. Proactively source and engage diverse candidate pools.
• Experience Excellence: Ensure every candidate and hiring manager interaction reflects our values, culture, and commitment to organizational excellence.
• Employer Brand & Messaging: Audit and refresh job site content for alignment with employee value proposition. Elevate our presence on LinkedIn, social media, and job boards to attract top talent.
• Onboarding Improvements: Support improvements that make the transition from offer to onboarding smooth, intentional, and aligned with culture.
• Knowledge-Sharing Culture: Build documentation, SOPs, and repeatable training materials to ensure continuity and scalability. Proactively coach and embed a teaching mindset within the TA team and hiring managers.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven track record in full-cycle recruitment with expertise in process design, systems thinking, and manager enablement.
• Experience in scaling organizations or environments where recruitment operations were built or transformed.
• Advanced ATS knowledge (Greenhouse strongly preferred), including configuration and optimization.
• Skilled in structured interviewing, competency-based evaluation, and equitable hiring practices.
• Strong analytical and data visualization skills; experience building dashboards and reporting frameworks.
• Exceptional communicator with the ability to influence, coach, and build trust across the organization.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and living the club’s mission to create moments, enrich lives, and unify & uplift through soccer in all professional interactions.
• Exceptional communicator with the ability to build trust and foster productive relationships at all levels.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
• Knowledge of employment law, including Washington State pay transparency requirements.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Hybrid role: expected onsite at our Renton training facility 3–4 days/week, with flexibility to work remotely 1–2 days/week.
• Employee must reside within Washington state upon date of hire.
• Employee must be able to facilitate own local travel.
• Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship

 

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & PERKS

We offer competitive compensation and an engaging, supportive environment that prioritizes the health and well-being of our people. 

The range for this position is $50 - $65 per hour. Base pay at time of offer will take into account job-related knowledge, skills and experience required for the role, internal equity and market.

In addition to financial compensation, we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your overall well-being and professional growth, including:

• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: We offer 100% employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents. For employees enrolled in our HSA healthcare plan, annual employer contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA) — $1,000 for employee-only coverage and $2,000 for spouse or family coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off & Leave: We offer unlimited paid vacation, paid company holidays, and paid sick leave in compliance with Seattle’s Paid Sick and Safe Time ordinance. We also provide paid bereavement leave and paid jury duty leave to support you during life’s critical moments.
• Retirement Planning Support: 401(k) retirement plan matching, helping you secure your financial future with ease.
• Inclusive Parental Leave: Our gender-neutral parental leave program provides 12–16 weeks of paid leave, inclusive of Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML), giving new parents the time and support they need during this important life stage.
• Peace of Mind Coverage: Employer-paid long-term disability coverage, as well as basic life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, providing financial protection and peace of mind for you and your family.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy complimentary tickets to matches and employer-funded ORCA cards for transit, making it easier for you to experience the excitement firsthand.
• Continuous Growth Opportunities: We invest in your learning and development through various programs and resources.
• Community Engagement: We provide a variety of volunteer opportunities that align with our social impact goals and RAVE Foundation initiatives, empowering you to make a meaningful difference in the Seattle community.

 

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee is respected, valued and supported. We celebrate our diverse work environment and welcome team members of all backgrounds and perspectives. To that end, if you do not meet every job requirement listed, we still encourage you to apply. We believe your relevant experience and expertise will help us become a high-performing best-in-class workplace for all. Women, gender-nonbinary, people of color, LGBTQIA+ people and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The physical demands reflected in the duties and work environment herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. If you’d like to request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please do so by emailing the People & Culture Team.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

 

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