Talent Acquisition Manager

Do you love animals? Do you cherish the bond people share with their pets and want to help veterinarians build that relationship? Are you looking for a team of passionate people who respect and trust you?

You’ve been looking for us!

Who We Are

Welcome to Synergy Pet Group, a trailblazer in the pet care industry. We’ve been rocking the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing companies every year since 2018, achieving an outstanding 30-50% annual growth rate. We’re not just another company; we’re the only national veterinary discount plan and our cutting-edge software is the nation’s fastest-growing practice management system for veterinary practices. Our ecosystem of initiatives and businesses is growing at an exponential rate. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary!

What You’ll Do

As the Talent Acquisition Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Synergy Pet Group by identifying and securing top talent. If you have experience in the pet industry, a background in recruitment agencies, and are skilled with ATS systems, we want to hear from you!

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Managing the full recruitment lifecycle for approximately 8 open roles at any given time, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Developing and implementing innovative recruiting strategies to attract high-caliber candidates from the pet industry and beyond.
• Utilizing and optimizing our applicant tracking systems (ATS) to streamline the recruitment workflow and maintain accurate candidate records.
• Building strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and provide expert guidance throughout the hiring process.
• Building and maintaining a talent pipeline for future hiring needs
• Leveraging your industry connections and attending relevant events to build a pipeline of potential candidates.
• Ensuring a positive candidate experience by maintaining clear and consistent communication.
• Continuously evaluating and improving our recruitment processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assisting with employer branding initiatives to enhance our attractiveness as an employer.

Ideal Candidate:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in talent acquisition, preferably with a background in the pet industry and recruitment agencies.
• Proficient in using ATS Proficient, LinkedIn Recruiter, and Boolean search techniques.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with candidates and hiring managers alike.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with full-cycle recruiting across various departments (e.g., tech, marketing, operations)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Passion for animals and a genuine interest in the pet care industry.

Qualities We Value:

• Respect: We respect our employees, partners, and customers, as well as their ideas, needs, time, and talents.
• Innovation: We welcome, adapt to, and embrace change even when we must move quickly because we trust the process.
• Positivity: We check our ego at the door and approach each day with humility, openness, and a forward-looking attitude.
• Empowerment: We encourage our team to think independently, use their own judgment, make their own decisions, and take ownership of their work.

Benefits & Perks:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance packages
• Company-sponsored pet benefits
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Generous 401k plan
• Significant potential for growth
• Seeing your work make a difference in the company and the lives of pets

Join Our Pack

At Synergy Pet Group, we believe that strong relationships are our recipe for success. A happy and successful team creates a fun and prosperous environment where everyone can thrive! Work with a team of individuals encouraging one another every day, knowing that each person’s success is a company-wide success. If you like to innovate, share ideas, and see your impact on Synergy’s growth and success, we’ve been looking for you!

About Synergy Pet Group

Synergy Pet Group (SPG) is pushing the boundaries of the pet care industry to create an ecosystem that cultivates relationships between veterinarians, pets, and their families. Established in 1995 as Pet Assure, a veterinary discount plan, the company has grown and launched multiple pet-related offerings in the voluntary employee benefits space. In 2017, the company launched Pet Benefit Solutions, a rapidly expanding licensed insurance agency specializing in pet employee benefits. In 2019, SPG established Shepherd Veterinary Software, what is now the nation’s leading veterinary practice management software. In 2021, the company launched Wishbone Pet Insurance, an easy-to-understand pet insurance brand designed exclusively for the employee benefit market. The Pet Assure, Pet Benefit Solutions, Wishbone, and Shepherd brands all exist under the Synergy Pet Group umbrella.