Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition

3 hours ago

Boston, MA, United States Wellist Full time

At Wellist, we help employers deliver the right resources at the right time-so employees feel supported through every life moment, and HR leaders can maximize the value of their benefits investments.

As our Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition & HR, you'll build and scale the team behind our mission. This individual contributor role blends full-cycle recruiting with hands-on people operations. You'll partner directly with the CEO and Operating Committee, hire exceptional talent across the organization, and maintain a consistent, high-quality employee experience.

We operate with high accountability, clear expectations, and deep respect-moving quickly while maintaining a supportive, mission-driven culture. If you're excited to play a leading role in building a high-growth, mission-driven team-this role is for you.

What You'll Own

Prospecting & Talent Sourcing (40%)

  • Develop and maintain high-quality candidate pipelines through targeted sourcing, outreach, and market research.
  • Identify, engage, and nurture top talent across functions, ensuring a steady flow of qualified candidates.
  • Map talent markets, competitors, and high-potential segments to support proactive hiring needs.
  • Convert passive candidates into active pipelines through creative sourcing and consistent follow-up.
End-to-End Recruiting (40%)
  • Own the full recruiting cycle-from intake and role scoping through offer negotiation and close.
  • Drive momentum throughout the hiring process with exceptional organization, communication, and stakeholder coordination.
  • Independently assess candidates for cultural alignment and role-specific competencies.
  • Ensure hiring managers are prepared, calibrated, and aligned at each stage of the process.
  • Maintain a best-in-class candidate experience with clear, timely communication.
  • Track funnel performance, maintain strong ATS hygiene in Greenhouse, and provide accurate search updates.
HR Administration & People Operations (20%)
  • Lead onboarding and offboarding to ensure smooth, compliant, and well-coordinated transitions.
  • Serve as a trusted resource for employee questions and manage benefits/payroll escalations in partnership with our PEO, Genesis.
  • Own performance review cycles-driving timelines, tools, communication, and follow-through.
  • Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
What Success Looks Like

3 months in:
You're running searches with clarity and precision, quickly calibrating with hiring managers and leadership. You consistently identify candidates who align with Wellist's culture and competency expectations, and early hires demonstrate strong potential. Employees and leaders trust your talent judgment.

6 months in:
You've built a reliable, high-quality recruiting engine. Candidates clearly understand expectations and Wellist's work environment, leading to strong close rates. You help hiring managers make confident, well-calibrated decisions across roles.

12 months in:
You're a trusted talent partner to the CEO, Operating Committee, and hiring managers. You've hired multiple high-impact team members who are thriving, refined evaluation criteria, and strengthened the organization's talent bar through consistent, high-quality assessments and process improvements. You effectively manage people operations to support an outstanding employee experience while reducing corporate and compliance risk.

What You Bring
  • 4+ years of experience in recruiting or talent acquisition; experience in high-growth startups or HR administration strongly preferred.
  • A driving, action-oriented approach with strong ownership and urgency.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong talent judgment and calibration abilities, with proven skill in assessing cultural fit and role requirements.
  • High integrity, sound judgment, and commitment to confidentiality.
  • Ability to excel in a fast-moving environment and maintain quality amid shifting priorities.

Why Work Here

A meaningful mission - Join a team building the support system we all want for our loved ones.
Outstanding benefits - Excellent medical, dental, and life insurance; generous PTO and parental leave.
Opportunity to grow - Help shape how a Series A digital health company builds and scales its team.
Award-winning culture - Recognized by Fast Company, MassTLC, Rock Health, and more.

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