We are looking for a capable Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team, working on a hybrid basis from our Austin office and from home. In this role you will be a key member of our Human Resources function, contributing directly to our goals and working closely with talented colleagues across the business.
This is a hands-on role with real ownership and impact. You will apply your skills in Recruiting, Sourcing and Interviewing to solve interesting problems, ship work you can be proud of and help us raise the bar for what we do. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, share your ideas openly and have the support you need to do your best work and grow along the way.
You will bring around 1 to 3 years of relevant experience and strong, practical knowledge of Recruiting, Sourcing and Interviewing. Just as important are clear communication, sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with people across different teams and backgrounds.
Within your first few months, you will get up to speed with our products, processes and people, build strong working relationships across the team, and begin taking ownership of your own work. Over time, you will have the opportunity to deepen your expertise, take on broader scope and grow your career with us as the company continues to scale.
In return, we offer a supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment, competitive pay, meaningful benefits and the chance to do work that genuinely matters. We care about our people, invest in their growth and want everyone here to be able to do the best work of their careers.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Pioneer Studios is an equal-opportunity employer: we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Apply today and tell us why you would be a great fit.
Responsibilities
As a Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist at Pioneer Studios, you will play a central role within our Human Resources function and take ownership of a broad and varied set of responsibilities. Working alongside a collaborative, motivated team, your day-to-day duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:- Design and deliver onboarding experiences that set new joiners up for success from day one.
- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening to interviewing, offers and onboarding.
- Administer HR processes such as performance reviews, compensation cycles and policy updates.
- Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with labour laws and internal policies.
- Support employee engagement, retention and relations initiatives that strengthen company culture.
- Continuously improve HR processes, tools and documentation for efficiency and a great employee experience.
- Champion diversity, equity and inclusion in everything from hiring to day-to-day practices.
- Analyse people data and metrics to identify trends and recommend improvements.
- Support learning, development and career-growth programmes across the organisation.
- Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and build effective, inclusive hiring processes.
- Coordinate employer-branding activities to attract and retain top talent.
- Act as a trusted point of contact for employees on HR questions, concerns and grievances.
- Maintain accurate, thorough documentation and keep all relevant systems, tools and trackers up to date.
- Proactively flag dependencies and coordinate with other teams to keep work moving smoothly.
- Uphold the company's values, policies, security requirements and standards of professional conduct in all activities.
- Take full ownership of your work, manage your own priorities and consistently deliver to a high standard and on time.
- Participate constructively in team meetings, stand-ups, planning sessions, demos and retrospectives.
- Continuously develop your skills, seek feedback and stay current with the latest developments in your field.
- Support onboarding, knowledge-sharing and documentation so the wider team can learn, scale and succeed.
- Ensure your work meets agreed quality, compliance and security standards before it is considered complete.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and bring forward practical ideas to make our products, processes and ways of working better.
- Contribute to a culture of accountability, learning from mistakes and celebrating shared wins.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, care and integrity at all times.
- Contribute actively to a positive, inclusive, supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Adapt to changing priorities and remain calm, focused and effective in a fast-moving, evolving environment.
- Collaborate respectfully and effectively with colleagues across teams, functions, time zones and locations.
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
What we're looking for
1-3 years of professional experience in a Talent Acquisition Specialist or similar roleStrong working knowledge of Recruiting, Sourcing and Interviewing
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources
Excellent communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills
Benefits
At Pioneer Studios, we believe that looking after our people is the foundation of doing great work. We offer a comprehensive, thoughtfully designed benefits and perks package that supports your health, your finances, your growth and your life outside of work. When you join us, you can expect the following:- Allowances and reimbursements for work-related expenses, handled quickly and without unnecessary bureaucracy.
- Protected time for learning, regular internal knowledge-sharing sessions and access to leading online learning platforms.
- Additional wellbeing and volunteering days each year to look after yourself and give back to your community.
- A results-focused environment that values outcomes and impact over hours logged at a desk.
- Wellness perks such as gym and fitness-membership support, plus wellbeing initiatives throughout the year.
- Commuter, transport and travel support to make getting to and from work easier and more affordable.
- Thoughtful welcome kits, branded swag and little extras that make you feel part of the team.
- A flat, low-ego environment where good ideas can come from anyone and are acted upon.
- Flexible working hours that let you do your best work while balancing your personal life and commitments.
- Generous, fully paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting you through one of life's biggest moments.
- Free snacks, beverages and regular catered meals to keep you fuelled through the day.
- A dedicated annual learning and development budget you can spend on courses, books, certifications and conferences.
- Flexible time-off arrangements and the trust to take the breaks you need, when you need them.
- Transparent, structured pay bands and clear criteria for progression, so you always know how to grow your earnings.
- Generous referral bonuses for helping us find and hire other great people to join the team.
- Wellness initiatives throughout the year, from health talks and screenings to fitness challenges and mindfulness sessions.
- Company-funded health insurance with access to a wide network of hospitals and clinics, plus an annual preventive health check-up.
- Recognition of personal milestones with celebration leave and thoughtful gestures.
- A competitive salary that is reviewed regularly and benchmarked against the market to keep your pay fair and current.
- Full sponsorship for relevant professional certifications, memberships and qualifications.
- Regular recognition and appreciation for great work, both publicly and privately.
- The chance to do meaningful, high-impact work alongside talented, friendly, humble and ambitious colleagues.
- Hybrid and remote-friendly working options, with the trust and autonomy to manage your own time and output.
- A real commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, with employee resource groups and an open, respectful culture.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources