Head of Talent Acquisition

Work With Purpose

At AlerisLife we’re dedicated to advancing the lives of all we serve - from our residents to each and every one of our team members. With a mission-driven mindset and a desire to make a difference in the lives of others, our team members enjoy a work culture that is uniquely supportive of their professional and personal lives. A place where they can advance others, and themselves.

All team members will be required to work on-site three (3) days per week. The on-site days will be Wednesdays and Thursdays, with a third day to be selected by the employee in consultation with their leader. For the right talent, we are open to considering remote candidates. We will prioritize candidates who meet the key qualifications and demonstrate a strong alignment with the role’s requirements.

The Head of Talent Acquisition provides strategic leadership for organization-wide talent acquisition (TA) needs, developing and implementing a comprehensive strategy to attract, recruit, and retain top talent. This leader will further develop TA governance, establish standards, and build an innovative employment brand strategy to position Five Star Senior Living as an employer of choice. By implementing forward-thinking recruiting strategies, programs, and initiatives, the Head of Talent Acquisition ensures the organization is well-equipped to meet current and future talent needs in a competitive market, supporting business growth and fostering a people-first culture.

With a focus on excellence and innovation, this role will lead the TA team to optimize processes, strengthen and diversify the talent pipeline, and adopt emerging recruitment trends and technologies. The Head of Talent Acquisition will create an operational framework that ensures consistency, compliance, and scalability while driving change management to embed new systems and standards across the organization. The Head of Talent Acquisition will develop and oversee a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy that integrates social media campaigns, employer branding, and proactive sourcing to attract top talent across all levels of the organization. Ensure social media campaigns are fully aligned with the overall talent acquisition and employer branding strategy, maintaining consistency, and maximizing impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition Strategy:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy aligned with Five Star’s growth objectives, culture, and values.
• Lead the full talent acquisition lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and onboarding, for roles ranging from entry-level to executive.
• Establish a robust employer brand to position Five Star Senior Living as a desirable employer in existing and emerging markets.
• Leverage creative sourcing strategies, including passive candidate engagement, social media, job boards, and industry networking.
• Partner with external firms and vendors to maximize recruitment efficiency and ROI.

Leadership and Collaboration:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the TA team, fostering a high-performing and innovative recruitment culture.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to anticipate talent needs and develop proactive recruitment plans.
• Train hiring managers on structured interview methodologies to ensure consistency and effectiveness in the selection process.
• Support organizational workforce planning by aligning recruitment efforts with business needs and future demand.

Operational Excellence:

• Establish and enforce governance standards and best practices to ensure efficiency, scalability, and compliance across the TA function.
• Monitor and analyze recruitment metrics to measure success, identify areas for improvement, and drive accountability.
• Develop detailed documentation for recruitment processes and implement change management initiatives to ensure adoption of new tools and systems.

Workforce Planning:

• Utilize business analytics to forecast talent needs quarterly and annually, supporting strategic workforce planning.
• Build a robust talent pipeline to meet immediate and future hiring demands.
• Partner with corporate HR and community leadership on compensation practices, including market benchmarking.

Required Qualifications:

• 15+ years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, including leadership roles in high-growth environments.
• Proven success in building and scaling talent acquisition functions.
• Experience recruiting healthcare professionals is preferred.
• Deep expertise in recruitment methodologies, passive candidate engagement, and employer branding strategies.
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and talent platforms; experience with BrassRing and Workday is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills with a results-driven mindset to measure and improve recruitment outcomes.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to execute long-term plans and implement scalable talent processes.

We Got You

We see and support the whole you. Because investing in you, and all our team members, is the first step in making a difference in the lives of others.

• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401k + Match
• Bonus Opportunity
• Competitive Vacation, Sick & Holidays
• Life, Disability & other supplemental benefits
• Flexible Workplace
• Professional Development Funds
• Wellness Coaching & Personal Support Benefits
• Recognition & Reward Programs

Is This You?

Beyond checking off the boxes, we’re looking for someone who shares our passion and commitment.

• Purpose and Meaning – You have an authentic connection our vision of a world in which the quality of life is ageless, and a desire to advance our culture and keep People First at all times.
• Advancing Others – You advance others, supporting their continuous growth and enabling their achievements. You get it – positive team experiences lead to incredible customer moments.
• You Are Accountable – To our team, our customers and our brand(s). You firmly believe that the way in which we achieve results is just as important as what we accomplish together.
• Operational Excellence – You encourage a mindset of continuous improvement, respect ideas from everywhere, and empower others to elevate how and what we deliver for our customers and each other.
• Let’s Do This – Fast is as slow as we go! You thrive with a focus on the here-and-now, while managing multiple priorities, projects and competing demands, helping others anticipate and embrace what’s next.

EEOC

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Alerislife prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee with regard to or on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, ancestry, sex, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity and expression (including transgender), sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, military status, certain criminal records, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), HIV testing, a personal admission to a facility for the care and treatment of a mentally ill person and taking of parental leave or membership in any other category protected by applicable law. In addition to federal requirements, AlerisLife complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has communities and/or facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

In addition, AlerisLife expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, ancestry, sex, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity and expression (including transgender), sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, military status, certain criminal records, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), HIV testing, a personal admission to a facility for the care and treatment of a mentally ill person and taking of parental leave or membership in any other category protected by applicable law. We will not tolerate harassment of employees in the workplace, or in other settings in which employees may find themselves in connection with their employment. Improper interference with the ability of AlerisLifeTesting of New Employment Application’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination harassment or retaliation, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any federal, state, or local law is prohibited and will not be tolerated.