We are looking for an experienced Recruiting Manager to oversee and elevate a dynamic talent acquisition function in California. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a leader who can strengthen team performance, improve recruiting operations, and build strong partnerships across the business. The role will focus on guiding recruiters, maintaining high service standards, and supporting hiring needs ranging from core business roles to executive-level searches.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Guide and develop the recruitment team by providing direction, coaching, and support that drives strong performance and career growth.<br>• Define team objectives, monitor results against established metrics, and deliver regular feedback to reinforce accountability and service quality.<br>• Oversee daily recruiting activity to ensure hiring processes are followed consistently and stakeholder expectations are met effectively.<br>• Allocate workloads across the team based on business priorities, open requisition volume, and available recruiting capacity.<br>• Strengthen team capability through mentoring, training, and the adoption of effective recruiting practices and operational improvements.<br>• Promote a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages ownership, learning, and continuous improvement.<br>• Establish performance indicators and service benchmarks, then track outcomes to maintain a high standard of execution and candidate experience.<br>• Work closely with Talent Acquisition leadership to anticipate future hiring demand and align recruiting resources with upcoming needs.<br>• Partner with HR, Shared Services, Technology, and business leaders on initiatives that enhance recruiting delivery and operational efficiency.<br>• Support executive hiring efforts when needed, including coordination with external search partners and agencies.