Talent acquisition specialist

Job Description

The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future. We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven, global energy company specializing in delivering sustainable wood bioenergy solutions. We are the world's largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels.

As an Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will help fuel Enviva's growth by identifying, engaging, and hiring top talent for our Operations and Corporate leadership teams. This is a full-cycle recruitment role, responsible for sourcing, interviewing, hiring, scheduling, and onboarding candidates, while also analyzing recruiting data and supporting Talent Acquisition initiatives with reports and presentations. You will actively represent and strengthen Enviva's employer brand, partnering with hiring managers and leadership to showcase our mission, culture, and employee value proposition.

Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Recruitment & Scheduling

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for operational and corporate roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, facilitating debriefs, presenting offers, and onboarding support.
• Invoicing/ candidate expenses
• Schedule phone and onsite interviews, coordinate interview panels, and organize candidate travel and accommodations as needed.
• Maintain accurate candidate records in the ATS (Greenhouse preferred) and use reporting, metrics, and analytics to track recruiting efficiency and outcomes.
• Develop strong partnerships with hiring managers to understand talent needs and create targeted recruitment strategies.
• Utilize sourcing platforms, including LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Indeed, to identify top talent, including passive candidates.
• Champion diversity and inclusion throughout the hiring process, from job descriptions to interview panels and candidate experience.
• Present Enviva's value proposition to candidates, articulating our mission, values, and business impact.

Employer Branding & Candidate Experience

• Actively promote Enviva as an employer of choice at career fairs, recruiting events, and on social media.
• Collaborate with HR and Talent Acquisition teams to enhance Enviva's employment brand through marketing materials, content, and campaigns.
• Develop and maintain relationships with universities, professional organizations, and community partners to build internship and early career pipelines.
• Ensure all candidate touchpoints reflect Enviva's brand, culture, and values-from job postings and communications to interviews and onboarding.
• Support initiatives to improve candidate engagement and overall recruitment experience.

Talent Analytics & Reporting

• Analyze recruitment trends and metrics to identify opportunities for process improvements and better outcomes.
• Create dashboards and presentations in PowerPoint to summarize recruiting results and insights for leadership.
• Track new hire integration and feedback to continuously improve the candidate experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business, Human Resources, or related field.
• 1-3 years of progressive experience in recruitment/talent acquisition.
• Proficiency in web-based recruiting systems and ATS systems required
• Ability to work independently while demonstrating excellent multi-tasking, time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven success of operating in a fast-paced, fluid environment with shifting priorities.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
• Resourceful and able to maintain composure in high-pressure situations.
• Excellent customer service in a professional and diverse environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• PHR or SHRM certification
• Experience recruiting in manufacturing or industrial fields.
• Experience with Greenhouse, Applicant Tracking System

Working Conditions

• Corporate office setting with 95% desk work, will have sit/stand desk.
• Hybrid work with a minimum of two (2) days a week in the office.
• Must be able to commute to Raleigh office for critical in-person events and meetings as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Able to pull and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently safely and successfully with the ADA.
• Able to work on computer screen format for up to twelve (12) hours a day.

Travel Requirements

• Ability to periodically travel to other Enviva sites (25% or less).
• Required travel to career fairs and other recruiting events.

This position is not eligible for visa support.

EEO Statement

Enviva is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Enviva does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. Enviva complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.