A bit about us

By bringing together next-gen technology and the finest live data available, Genius Sports is enabling a new era of sports for fans worldwide, delivering experiences that are more immersive, interactive and personalized than ever before. Learn more at geniussports.com.

The Role

At Genius Sports, our Talent Acquisition Managers are strategic, solutions-focused partners who drive the growth of our teams by identifying, attracting, and securing top talent. You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders—up to and including the C-Suite—leveraging deep market insight and expert hiring strategies to influence hiring outcomes and build high-performing teams.

In this hands-on role, you’ll take ownership of hiring across our Commercial division, primarily in the US, while also managing a TA Partner based in London and supporting recruitment efforts across EMEA and APAC. You will lead with insight, agility, and empathy—balancing time-sensitive hiring needs with a commitment to quality, equity, and long-term impact.

What You’ll Do

• Own end-to-end recruitment across commercial functions in the US, driving sourcing strategies, process improvements, and exceptional candidate experiences.
• Partner with senior leaders, including C-Suite stakeholders, to design and execute hiring strategies that align with business goals.
• Coach and advise hiring teams on interview best practices, equitable assessment, and data-driven decision-making.
• Utilize recruitment tools such as Greenhouse, Workday, LinkedIn, and AI/automation platforms to optimize workflows and candidate engagement.
• Contribute market intelligence, including compensation insights and talent availability, to influence strategic planning and offer decisions.
• Lead and mentor a London-based Talent Acquisition Partner, aligning recruitment goals across global teams.
• Champion our employer brand, developing recruitment marketing initiatives to amplify reach and resonance with diverse talent.
• Maintain operational excellence by ensuring compliance with global processes and continuously improving recruitment delivery.

What You Bring

• Proven experience working in-house and partnering with senior stakeholders, including C-Suite leaders.
• Deep understanding of full-cycle recruitment for commercial functions, ideally within Tech, Media, Sports, SportsTech or AdTech industries.
• Strong global recruiting experience, with particular focus on the US markets.
• A strategic mindset combined with hands-on sourcing skills across diverse channels.
• Proficiency with tools like Greenhouse, Workday, LinkedIn, and AI-driven recruitment platforms.
• A data-oriented approach to problem solving and reporting.
• Team leadership experience, including mentoring or managing TA colleagues.
• Comfort working in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
• Flexibility to support hiring across other business functions as needed  

We enjoy an ‘office-first’ culture and maximize opportunities to collaborate, connect and learn together. Our hybrid working models differ depending on your role and location.
As well as a competitive salary and range of benefits, we’re committed to supporting employee wellbeing and helping you grow your skills, experience and career. Learn more about how rewarding life at Genius can be at Reward | Genius Sports.

The salary for this role is based on an annualized salary of up to $145,000 per annum depending on relevant experience. This role will also be eligible to take part in Genius Sports Group's benefits plan.

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We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and the ability to make a difference. Learn more about our values and culture at Diversity | Genius Sports.
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