Title: Talent Acquisition Team Lead

Requisition ID: 73610

Date: Mar 17, 2026

Location:

Eschweiler, NW, DE Le Nouvion-en-Thiérache, FRA, FR

Department: Human Resources

Description:

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

As a key member of the West HR and recruiting team, this person will help us shape the future talent profile of West. The Talent Acquisition Team Lead will support the strategic hiring of Global Operations hourly and salaried talent across multiple sites Globally. The TA Team Lead will manage a small team of 4-6 geographically dispersed recruiters who will provide advisory capabilities for their assigned business function and deliver comprehensive recruitment strategies for current and future hiring needs. As the TA Team Leader you will partner with client stakeholders to develop, communicate, and execute jointly on a strategic recruitment plan. Your primary focus will also revolve around nurturing talent, coaching others and maintaining a fostering a positive team culture.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for the day-to-day leadership of a team with approximately 3-5 professional recruiting employees; this includes performance management, providing regular and ongoing performance feedback, coaching and support in problem solving with clients, candidates, team members, etc. to achieve recruiting outcomes
Helps to develop and lead the client’s talent strategy, working closely with hiring managers and senior leaders to learn the business’ priorities, goals and challenges and then build innovative and strategic staffing solutions
Build and maintain key stakeholder relationships throughout the assigned client groups including site leadership, HRBPs, Compensation partners and TA leadership
Utilizes extensive knowledge around recruiting and labor market trends; applying data to personal insight derived from years of experience within the function to effectively influence the client
Embraces talent analytics to provide strategic input to the business area around talent; ensure the business direction and talent goals are in alignment
Proactively seeks ways to increase efficiency, optimize tools and resources including regular assessment of requisition volumes and adjusting as needed
Implements full recruiting lifecycle for assigned client(s), sets expectations around timing and the labor market, and provides exemplary collaborative and consultative services for business partners

Communicates proactively and consistently with leaders and candidates throughout the course of the search to drive a positive experience for all stakeholders

Additional Responsibilities

Education

Must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent with a minimum of 8 years of Talent Acquisition

Work Experience

Minimum 8 years professional experience with experience in Talent Acquisition preferred
Must have experience with leading a team

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Fluent at minimum B2 level in English, German and French (reading, writing and speaking)
Experience developing fully comprehensive sourcing/recruitment plans
Excellent consultative skills and proven success developing strong, collaborative relationships across multiple departments and levels

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to identify and nurture talent, providing guidance and support.
Highly organized and detail oriented
Results-driven with a track record of meeting or exceeding recruitment goals.
A passion for helping others achieve their career aspirations.

Ability to lead cross-functional projects to completion, ability to organize, prioritize, plan, schedule, and follow up on concurrent tasks and elevating issues or obtaining additional resources when necessary
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, applicant tracking systems and social media channels

Travel Requirements

5%: Up to 13 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

Additional Requirements

Organizational skills will enable planning, prioritization and achievement of goals especially of importance for the successful execution of related activities
Position operates in a professional office environment. May stand or sit for extended periods of time
Read and interpret data, information and documents
Must be able to multi-task, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize
Ability to make independent and sound judgments
Observe and interpret situations, analyze and solve problems
Mix of agency and in-house experience strongly preferred
Comprehensive understanding of compliance with OFCCP and GDPR
Program management experience
Familiarity with Employment Branding, social media and other related tools and marketing concepts
Experience in international recruiting

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.