This is a full-time onsite role based in the location(s) posted and is performed from the designated work location five days per week. No relocation available. About the Team The Executive Talent Acquisition, Associate is responsible for identifying, engaging, and hiring the next generation of AT&T leadership that will strengthen AT&T’s executive management team. The ETA team focuses exclusively on critical leadership roles that will shape the future of AT&T and drive the company's growth with purpose, innovation and improve, and transformation to all things that impact our customers. This is a full-time onsite role based in the location(s) posted and is performed from the designated work location five days per week. No relocation available. Position Summary The Executive Talent Acquisition, Associate is responsible for supporting all phases of executive search execution, including talent mapping, candidate identification, market intelligence, candidate engagement, research, reporting, and project management. This role serves as a trusted partner to Executive Talent Aquisition by helping develop search strategies, building diverse executive talent pipelines, and delivering meaningful market insights that inform hiring and business decisions. The ideal candidate combines strong research and analytical capabilities with exceptional relationship-building skills, intellectual curiosity, business acumen, and a relentless sense of ownership. Key Responsibilities Executive Search Strategy & Execution Partner with Executive TA Leadership to develop and execute search strategies for executive-level hiring initiatives. Conduct executive talent mapping and market research to identify high-potential leadership candidates across industries and functions. Build and maintain robust executive talent pipelines aligned with current and future business needs. Identify, qualify, and engage executive candidates through direct outreach and relationship-building activities. Support search kick-off meetings, calibration discussions, and ongoing search progress reviews. Provide regular updates on candidate activity, market dynamics, and search progress. Assist with candidate assessment, referencing, and evaluation activities throughout the search lifecycle. Talent Intelligence & Market Research Research and analyze executive talent markets, competitors, organizational structures, and industry trends. Co-develop talent intelligence reports, talent maps, and competitive market analyses that support strategic workforce planning to give AT&T a competitive edge. Gather and synthesize market intelligence into actionable insights for business and talent acquisition leaders. Maintain expertise in talent trends across key functional areas including technology, product, sales, operations, finance, and corporate functions. Candidate Engagement & Relationship Management Build trusted relationships with executive candidates and passive talent. Conduct outreach and initial candidate qualification conversations. Maintain ongoing engagement with prospective candidates to cultivate long-term executive talent pipelines. Ensure an exceptional candidate experience by providing timely communication and professional interactions throughout the search process. Effectively represent AT&T's culture, leadership opportunities, and value proposition to the executive talent market. Project Management & Operational Excellence Manage multiple executive search projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and urgency. Coordinate project timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communications. Maintain accurate candidate, market, and search information within AT&T systems and recruiting tools. Ensure the highest standards of data quality, reporting accuracy, and documentation. Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired. 5+ years of related experience. Certification is required in some areas. Our Lead Talent Acquisition jobs earn between $106,100.00 - $178,200.00 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training. Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision coverage 401(k) plan Tuition reimbursement program Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays) Paid Parental Leave Paid Caregiver Leave Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected Adoption Reimbursement Disability Benefits (short term and long term) Life and Accidental Death Insurance Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Extensive employee wellness programs Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone Weekly Hours: 40 Time Type: Regular Location: Atlanta, Georgia, Dallas, Texas Salary Range: $106,100.00 - $178,200.00 AT&T and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity. All hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions remain merit-based and free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made. Click here to learn more or request an application accommodation here. We are pioneers of making connections and have been ever since Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone and founded our company. That was nearly 150 years ago, and we haven’t stopped innovating since. At our core, we help bring families, communities, and businesses together with the products and services they need to thrive every day. From the widespread and growing availability of 5G and Fiber to working on things we once only dreamed of—at AT&T, we create connections that change the world.

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