Talent Acquisition Manager

• Own and manage core talent programs, including onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives • Collaborate with company leadership to scope organizational needs and refine team structures, role definitions, and career paths • Design and execute a seamless onboarding experience that integrates new hires quickly and effectively • Administer performance review cycles, including goal-setting, feedback processes, and calibration support for managers • Maintain timely and effective communication with employees, providing a positive and transparent experience • Drive employee engagement efforts, including surveys, retention analysis, and action planning with leadership • Maintain and organize employee records and people data in Last Energy's Applicant Tracking System (ATS) • Provide regular updates and data-driven insights on headcount, retention, and engagement to leadership • Contribute to employer branding and culture-building efforts, including internal communications and company events • Partner with the operations team on logistics for onboarding, training sessions, and company-wide events • Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree preferred • 5+ years of talent management or people operations experience, preferably in a high-growth, hardware engineering environment • Familiarity with the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, performance management, and engagement best practices • Strong command of people data platforms, engagement tools, and other talent systems • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment • High attention to detail, proactive mindset, and ability to work independently • Passion for building strong teams and fostering a high-quality employee experience