Who We Are:

At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs.

What We Do:

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids,* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)

About the Role:

Do you have a knack for identifying top-tier talent and a passion for recruiting? Are you ready to make a significant impact within the dynamic and innovative environment of a leading biopharmaceutical company? If so, Neurocrine Biosciences is looking for you!

As our Senior Contract Recruiter, you will be a strategic partner to hiring managers, tasked with sourcing, assessing, and securing top talent for a variety of roles in the pharmaceutical space. You will leverage your deep understanding of the industry, technical acumen, and best practices to enhance our talent acquisition strategy and elevate our company’s growth trajectory.

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Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):

Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):

• Act as a strategic partner to hiring managers, defining, refining, executing, and communicating search strategies tailored to specific job requirements

• Collaborate closely with hiring managers to understand business needs, define unique search parameters, and provide market insights

• Specialize in technical recruiting, leveraging your expertise to source and attract candidates for commercial pharmaceutical roles

• Analyze industry, products, and geographical trends to inform talent acquisition strategies and determine optimal recruiting sources

• Promote the company image to candidates and external service providers, ensuring a positive and engaging candidate experience

• Work with agencies, recruiting contractors, and third parties to conduct targeted employment advertising campaigns

• Assist with the immigration process and act as a liaison with immigration attorneys when necessary

• Identify critical skills and roles in partnership with leaders, building a proactive pipeline for future hiring needs

• Manage applicant flow meticulously, ensuring timely review, disposition, and advancement of resumes

• Facilitate and participate in candidate interviews and the selection decision process

• Partner with hiring managers to define interview team roles and focus areas using both technical and behavioral interviewing models

• Provide regular updates to the Talent Acquisition team, hiring managers, and business partners

• Participate in the selection of external search partners, as necessary

• Collaborate with HRBPs, the compensation team, and hiring managers to make job offer recommendations, secure necessary approvals, and extend offers to candidates

• Assist with the creation and enhancement of special programs and initiatives, such as employee referral programs, brand recognition improvement, interviewer training, and diversity and inclusion initiatives

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• BS/BA degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field

• 6+ years of relevant experience within the Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology industry

• Developing reputation inside and outside the company related to expertise

• Excellent computer skills, communication, problem-solving, and analytical thinking skills

• Ability to see the broader picture and understand the impact on multiple departments/divisions

• Ability to meet multiple deadlines across various projects/programs with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency

• Excellent project management skills

• Experience delivering full-cycle recruitment services

• Experience working and negotiating with outside search partners

• Experience in a fast-paced organization

• Proven track record in sourcing and attracting qualified candidates

• Expertise with sourcing such as LinkedIn or AI tools; experience using ATS systems required. Workday preferred

• Superior selection skills and high proficiency in assessing individuals

• Strong persuasion, influence, negotiation, and consultation skills

• Robust stakeholder management and relationship-building skills

• High business acumen with the ability to communicate effectively with leaders across the organization

• Proven ability to cultivate successful relationships internally and externally

• Results-driven, demonstrating success relative to established targets and metrics

• Exceptional emotional intelligence and decision-making skills

• Strong listening, facilitation, and communication skills

​Type of Role: Consulting, temporary assignment
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Requirements:

​Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.