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Talent Acquisition Partner, R&D

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At Takeda, we are guided by our purpose of creating better health for people and a brighter future for the world. Every corporate function plays a role in making sure we — as a Takeda team — can discover and deliver life-transforming treatments, guided by our commitment to patients, our people and the planet.

People join Takeda because they share in our purpose. And they stay because we’re committed to an inclusive, safe and empowering work environment that offers exceptional experiences and opportunities for everyone to pursue their own ambitions.

Job ID R0154088 Date posted 06/05/2025 Location Remote

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Job Description

At Takeda, we value our Patients. Our work in Talent Acquisition is focused on ensuring our core values of Fairness, Integrity, Honesty and Perseverance are considered through each step of the candidate journey. Our Talent Acquisition team reflects this through the candidate journey.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Lead recruitment initiatives for functions(s) within the Research and Development organization providing industry expertise in assessing and attracting external and internal talent.

  • Integrate employer branding strategies leveraging enterprise-wide programs, process and technologies for functions within Research and Development.

  • Engage with HRBL's and senior leadership teams to develop and drive talent attraction strategies that support the future vision of the organization.

  • Lead strategy conversations with hiring managers and develop strategic sourcing plans that are tailored to specific hiring needs.

  • Execute consistent recruiting, interviewing, and hiring best practices and processes that support a highly positive candidate experience and recruiter/hiring manager efficiencies.

  • Identify sourcing priorities and opportunities leveraging existing and new technologies for candidate pipelines and candidate management.

  • Develop and manage talent pipelines with passive candidates using social media to ensure recruitment effectiveness for the organization and reduce dependency on external vendors.

  • Collaborate and consult with hiring leaders and HRBL's to accurately assess the effectiveness of current and previous recruitment strategies and be able to create and implement creative solutions for challenges.

  • Utilize Workday efficiently and ensure compliance with all required government regulations and reporting related to Takeda's hiring activities.

  • Participates in Research & Development and Global Talent Acquisition programs and projects as a talent advisor and TA business partner.

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Minimum of 5 years of Talent Acquisition experience required.

  • Experience in pharmaceutical or related industry is preferred.

  • Experience in utilizing Applicant Tracking systems and creating and utilizing accurate data and reporting to share with hiring managers. Workday experience a plus.

  • PowerPoint, Excel, MS suite, linked In and CRM experience required and experience with social media and branding and AI a plus.

  • Understanding of inclusive and behavior-based interview process.

  • Strong communicator; verbal and written.

  • Exceptional partnering and influencing skills.

  • Experience in working in a global organization, across functions and in different cultures with a high level of complexity is a plus.

  • Strong team player with a demonstrated solution-oriented, "can-do" attitude.

Role is US – Remote, ability to work in Eastern Time Zone.

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Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location:

Massachusetts - Virtual

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$111,800.00 - $175,670.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-termincentives. U.S.based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S.based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Locations

Massachusetts - Virtual

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Success profile

What makes a successful team member within Corporate at Takeda?

  • Collaborative
  • Strategic
  • Insightful
  • Results driven
  • Goal-oriented
  • Achiever
The environment is dynamic and evolving, so you have to be adaptable.

Maciej Niedospial - Business Reporting Manager

I’m fortunate enough to work with a highly skilled, diverse and dedicated bunch of people, and for that, I’m grateful! My colleagues continue to amaze me.

Sheelagh Gartlan - Recruitment Business Partner

Takeda is a company that emphasizes diversity and inclusion. By bringing people together who have diverse backgrounds, competencies, and personalities, innovation and ideas grow.

Michelle Chen - Human Resources Manager

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Working at Takeda

  • Inclusion

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  • Collaboration

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  • Innovation

    Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.
  • Top Workplace

    Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.
  • Work-Life

    Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family.
  • Empowerment

    Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.

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Patient


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People


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