Corporate Contract Pharmaceutical Recruiter

Corporate Contract Pharmaceutical Recruiter3 month + contract role with possible extension or possible conversion to full-timeOnsite in Warren, NJ

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Position OverviewOur client, a pharmaceutical company, is looking for an experienced Corporate Recruiter to join their Talent Acquisition team and support hiring across multiple functions within their organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background recruiting for pharmaceutical and life sciences roles and a proven ability to identify, attract, and hire top talent from entry-level through Director-level positions.
This role will partner directly with business leaders and hiring managers to recruit professionals across Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Research & Development, Product Development, Data & Analytics, Supply Chain, and other critical business functions. The successful candidate will serve as a strategic talent advisor while managing the full recruitment lifecycle in a fast-paced, highly regulated pharmaceutical environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesManage full-cycle recruiting for a wide range of pharmaceutical and corporate positions, from requisition intake through offer acceptance and onboarding.Partner with hiring managers and business leaders to develop recruitment strategies and workforce planning initiatives.Source, screen, interview, and present qualified candidates for positions ranging from Associate-level contributors to Director-level leadership roles.Build and maintain talent pipelines across key pharmaceutical functions, including:Pharmaceutical ManufacturingTechnical OperationsProcess EngineeringManufacturing EngineeringQuality Assurance (QA)Quality Control (QC)ValidationRegulatory AffairsProduct DevelopmentResearch & DevelopmentScientific & Laboratory OperationsData & AnalyticsSupply Chain & LogisticsProject ManagementClinical OperationsConduct competency-based interviews and assess candidates for technical qualifications, industry experience, and organizational fit.Utilize LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS platforms, networking, referrals, career fairs, and other sourcing tools to identify top talent.Provide hiring managers with market intelligence, salary benchmarking, and competitive hiring insights.Manage candidate communications throughout the recruitment process and ensure a positive candidate experience.Lead offer negotiations and facilitate the hiring process through onboarding.Ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations throughout the recruitment process.Develop and maintain recruiting metrics and provide regular hiring updates to leadership.
Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Life Sciences, or a related field preferred.3+ years of corporate or agency recruiting experience supporting the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or life sciences industries.Demonstrated experience recruiting for pharmaceutical manufacturing and technical roles.Proven success filling positions in:Pharmaceutical ManufacturingProcess EngineeringQuality Assurance & Quality ControlRegulatory AffairsProduct DevelopmentR&D and Scientific FunctionsData & AnalyticsValidation & ComplianceSupply Chain OperationsExperience recruiting professionals at all levels, including Associate, Specialist, Senior, Manager, and Director-level positions.Strong understanding of pharmaceutical industry functions, GMP environments, and regulated manufacturing operations.Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing technologies.Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and requisitions in a fast-paced corporate environment.
Preferred QualificationsExperience as an internal corporate recruiter within a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company.Knowledge of GMP, FDA, and pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.Experience supporting large-scale hiring initiatives and workforce planning efforts. xzbcwsv Strong network within the pharmaceutical and life sciences talent market.