We are seeking a Director of Talent Acquisition to develop and execute our [solidcore] enterprise-level talent acquisition strategy across headquarters and multiple studio locations. This role requires a strategic leader who excels at building high-performing teams, fostering strong cross-functional partnerships, and driving results in high-volume, growth recruiting environments (1,000+ hires annually). The ideal candidate brings fitness or wellness industry experience and thrives in a fast-paced, multi-unit operation where relationship building and consistent strategic execution are essential to success. This role will be located in our Arlington, VA headquarters and will be required to be in office weekly Monday through Wednesday.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy to support 1,000+ annual hires across headquarters and multiple new and existing studios while maintaining quality, consistency, and exceptional candidate experience across the full recruitment cycleDesign and optimize high-volume recruiting operations, including pipeline management, interview processes, and hiring workflows that balance speed with qualityBuild, lead, motivate, and mentor a high-performing talent acquisition team capable of managing enterprise-scale recruiting volume and supporting rapid studio growthCultivate strong relationships with business leaders across headquarters and all studios to understand organizational needs and align talent strategies with business objectives and growth plansCollaborate across the People Team to ensure recruitment and onboarding processes are streamlined and aligned across the whole teamDevelop and execute a compelling talent brand strategy that positions the company as an employer of choice in the fitness and wellness industryPartner with marketing to create recruitment marketing campaigns, employee value proposition messaging, and social media content that attracts top talentDevelop predictive workforce planning strategies in partnership with stakeholders to anticipate growth-related hiring needs, particularly to support new studio openingsDrive Workday implementation and ongoing optimization for talent acquisition functions, including ATS configuration, automation, reporting dashboards, and integration with existing HR systemsManage relationships with external executive search firms and recruitment partners, ensuring alignment with company culture and leadership requirementsCreate and implement innovative, scalable sourcing strategies to attract top talent in competitive markets, including social media recruiting, campus recruiting, and employer branding initiativesEstablish robust recruiting metrics and analytics including time-to-fill, quality of hire, cost-per-hire, source effectiveness, and candidate satisfactionImplement recruitment technology and tools to enhance efficiency and candidate experience at scale
Required Qualifications:
8+ years of talent acquisition experience with at least 4 years in a leadership roleProven track record managing high-volume recruiting operations (1,000+ hires annually)Demonstrated experience with multi-unit or multi-location recruiting operations, preferably supporting business expansion or studio growthHands-on experience implementing or optimizing Workday Recruiting/ATS in a high-volume environmentExperience managing external recruitment partners and executive search firmsStrong relationship-building skills with ability to influence and partner effectively across all levels of the organizationExperience developing and executing talent brand and employer branding strategiesData-driven approach to recruiting with experience building, analyzing and implementing trackable recruiting metricsAbility to work hybrid from our Arlington, VA office location
Preferred Qualifications:
Background in the fitness, wellness, or retail industryExperience scaling talent acquisition operations during rapid growth periods and new location launchesKnowledge of employment law and compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictionsExperience with recruitment marketing platforms and toolsProfessional HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar)
Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive salary, based on experienceBonus eligibility based on individual and company performanceMonthly cell phone stipend401k with employer matchHealth, dental, & vision insuranceFlexible PTOFree drop-in classes at [solidcore]And MORE
[solidcore] is a national boutique fitness company with 100+ studios across the country. Our signature workout is 50 minutes of low-impact, high-intensity strength training: the lights are low and the music is loud. The coach guides the class through a series of slow & controlled movements that are sequenced to work muscles to failure. This class is accessible for all fitness levels and can be amplified or modified to accommodate individual goals. Class is as intense as our reviews suggest, but our instructors go above and beyond to provide a welcoming, supportive, empowering, and challenging experience for all. Please visit our website
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[solidcore] is firmly committed to social justice and promoting a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. You can click
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[solidcore] is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. [solidcore] makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
