Senior Technical Recruiter
Sonova AG
Summary
As Senior Technical Recruiter at Advanced Bionics, you will be a trusted talent acquisition partner to hiring managers and HR leaders across engineering, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, clinical, software, hardware and other specialized functions. You will translate business needs into practical recruiting strategies, build qualified pipelines and deliver a high-quality experience for candidates and hiring teams.
Job description
More about the role:
- Lead end-to-end recruitment for technical and specialized positions, from intake and sourcing through assessment, offer development and closing.
- Partner with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to define technical requirements, target profiles, interview plans, compensation parameters and hiring timelines.
- Build proactive talent pipelines using LinkedIn Recruiter, professional networks, referrals, industry associations, talent communities and direct outreach.
- Provide clear market insights, evidence-based candidate recommendations and guidance on interview quality, selection decisions and fair, consistent hiring practices.
- Manage recruiting activity, candidate dispositioning, documentation and funnel reporting while communicating progress, risks and service expectations to stakeholders.
- Collaborate with Compensation, Finance and business partners on approvals, workforce planning and onboarding transitions, while contributing to recruiting process improvements across North America.
More about you:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- 7+ years of full-cycle corporate recruiting experience, including senior recruiter or talent acquisition business partner responsibilities.
- Proven success recruiting technical and hard-to-fill roles and partnering directly with hiring managers and senior leaders.
- Experience in medical devices, life sciences, healthcare technology, engineering, manufacturing or another regulated industry; QA and regulatory recruiting experience is strongly preferred.
- Advanced sourcing, market mapping, behavioral assessment, funnel management, offer strategy and closing capabilities.
- Consultative communication, active listening, influence and negotiation skills, with the confidence to challenge constructively and build trust.
- Working knowledge of U.S. employment practices, equal employment opportunity requirements, current immigration considerations and the local talent market.
- Advanced proficiency with applicant tracking systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, Microsoft 365 and recruiting analytics tools; SuccessFactors Recruiting, Power BI or talent intelligence experience is a plus.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- 7+ years of full-cycle corporate recruiting experience, including senior recruiter or talent acquisition business partner responsibilities
- Proven success recruiting technical and hard-to-fill roles and partnering directly with hiring managers and senior leaders
- Experience in medical devices, life sciences, healthcare technology, engineering, manufacturing or another regulated industry
- QA and regulatory recruiting experience strongly preferred
- Advanced sourcing, market mapping, behavioral assessment, funnel management, offer strategy and closing capabilities
- Consultative communication, active listening, influence and negotiation skills
- Working knowledge of U.S. employment practices, equal employment opportunity requirements, current immigration considerations and the local talent market
- Advanced proficiency with applicant tracking systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, Microsoft 365 and recruiting analytics tools
- SuccessFactors Recruiting, Power BI or talent intelligence experience is a plus
Benefits
- Professional development
- Growth opportunities
Company overview
Sonova Holding AG is a globally recognized Swiss medical device company specializing in innovative hearing care solutions. Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Stäfa, Switzerland, Sonova has established itself as one of the world's largest providers in the hearing care sector, holding approximately 24% of the global hearing aid market. The company operates through four core business divisions: Hearing Instruments, Audiological Care, Consumer Hearing, and Cochlear Implants. Sonova's diverse portfolio includes renowned brands such as Phonak, Unitron, Advanced Bionics, AudioNova, and licensed Sennheiser products. With over 17,990 employees worldwide, the company generates annual revenues exceeding CHF 3.6 billion and serves customers in more than 100 countries. Sonova's comprehensive offerings range from digital hearing aids and cochlear implants to wireless communication systems and professional audiological care services. As a component of the Swiss Market Index, Sonova maintains research facilities in Switzerland, Canada, and the United States, with manufacturing plants strategically located across Switzerland, China, and Vietnam. The company's mission centers on enabling people to experience the joy of hearing and live life without limitations through cutting-edge audio technology and comprehensive hearing care solutions.