Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist

September 12, 2026
Scottsdale, AZ, US
$80,000 – $100,000/yr

Total Compensation: $80,000-$100,000 annually

Location:Scottsdale, AZ

Workplace Setting:Fully Onsite

POSITION SUMMARY

The Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for helping Cardone Venture achieve our hiring goals by identifying ways to optimize and expedite our hiring process and proactively support both internal hiring needs, and other subsidiaries as needed

Key fundamentals of this role include developing the trust and confidence necessary to help our team navigate data driven hiring decisions, managing job descriptions and postings, and leading the interview process through full-cycle recruiting. The successful incumbent will possess a breadth of knowledge in these areas, leverage AI and recruitment technology to drive efficiency and candidate quality, and demonstrate the ability to work and collaborate effectively within a highly team-centric environment.

ABOUT CARDONE VENTURES

Our mission is to help business owners achieve their personal, professional, and goals through the growth of their businesses. We work in dozens of verticals and provide strategic business guidance through courses, live events, partnerships, and investments. Our core values are the backbone of our business and guide our hiring process: we are inspirational, accountable, transparent, disciplined, aligned, and results-oriented. This company operates nationally and is growing by the day.

SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

  • Contribute to a high-impact, transformational recruitment process that will contribute to the long-term success of the organization
  • Find and attract team members who will contribute positively to their role and the culture, ultimately impacting retention and allowing the department to meet its goals
  • Demonstrates measurable impact through data and pipeline metrics

OBJECTIVES

  • Hit recruitment goals on a monthly basis by target start date, and support other roles that may be falling behind
  • Execute strategic planning that tailors hiring, benefits, career development, succession planning and employee policies to help drive business goals
  • Bring innovative ideas for how we can improve the interview process for both internal hiring managers and candidates
  • Proactively identify ways to make Cardone Ventures’ more competitive from a recruitment standpoint and attract higher levels of talent
  • Assist with the onboarding of new TA Specialists by serving as an onboarding mentor
  • Leverage AI and emerging recruitment technology to transform how we identify, evaluate, and advance talent across all open roles
  • Conduct interview training for new WE Leaders to set expectations and hold them accountable to the correct process and behaviors
  • Deliver a white glove candidate and hiring manager experience that reflects the Cardone Ventures brand at every touchpoint in the hiring process
  • Partner with hiring managers to develop role profiles, interview frameworks, and structured evaluation criteria prior to launch

COMPETENCIES

  • Ability to manage a high volume of priority roles for roles that range from entry level to Executive roles
  • Can serve as the designated recruiter for complex & technical positions that may require more sourcing and realignment with the hiring managers
  • Ability to hold hiring managers accountable to selecting candidates that are in alignment with the organization, and can push back where needed to be a gatekeeper for the culture
  • Ability to coordinate a high volume of interviews that may need to be scheduled with the Executive team, in an organized manner
  • Can reduce the amount of second & final interviews required before a role is closed through expert knowledge of the technical competencies required
  • Mastery understanding of how to evaluate candidates from a culture standpoint to determine alignment with Cardone Ventures
  • Ability to expedite the interview process by finding ways to move candidates through quickly
  • Embodies a high level of business acumen to recruit higher quality talent that will be retained in the organization

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • At least 5 years full cycle recruitment experience; executive search exposure preferred
  • Experience in a startup or hyper growth environment strongly preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Must be on-site at our Scottsdale, AZ headquarters; this is not a remote role

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, Cardone Ventures recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability, and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates, and partners.

Cardone Ventures uses AI-assisted tools as part of our recruiting process. These tools may be used to support resume screening, candidate outreach, or initial assessments. All hiring decisions are made by our People team and hiring managers. If you have questions about our process please contact us.

If this position caught your eye, send us your resume!For best consideration, include the job title and source where you found this position in the subject line of your email to careers@cardoneventures.com. Already a Cardone Ventures candidate? Please connect directly with your recruiter to discuss this opportunity.

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