Job Description
HOURGLASS COSMETICS — Temporary Recruiter (Hybrid, 3 days/week in-person)
Connected by creativity and driven by purpose. Hourglass Cosmetics is a vegan and cruelty-free beauty brand, redefining luxury cosmetics with high-performance products, innovative formulas, and award-winning franchises. Recognized by Forbes, Fast Company and Time Magazine as one of the most inventive beauty companies, Hourglass leads the industry with its breakthrough products and its commitment to animal welfare. Founded in 2004, Hourglass is globally available in 32 markets and over 4,600 doors including Sephora, Ulta, Neiman Marcus, Selfridges, Space NK and more. Hourglass became part of the Unilever Prestige division in 2017. Discover more about the Hourglass brand story and mission on our website hourglasscosmetics.com.
You will play a key role in leading and executing our recruiting efforts during a maternity leave coverage period. Based in our West Hollywood corporate office, you will partner closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, develop effective recruiting strategies, and manage the full-cycle recruitment process. This role is critical to ensuring hiring continuity, a strong candidate experience, and alignment with our culture and business priorities during this transitional period. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned talent professional who can quickly step in, build trust with stakeholders, and operate with confidence in a fast-paced environment.
Estimated contract duration: Approximately 8 months (July 2026 – February 2027). This timeframe is an estimate only and may be modified based on business needs.
WHAT YOU DO:
- Manage all phases of the recruitment lifecycle, from requisition intake through offer acceptance and onboarding handoff
- Serve as a trusted partner to hiring managers by assessing hiring needs, defining success profiles, and drafting accurate job descriptions
- Oversee job postings and advertising efforts to ensure timely and competitive market presence
- Source qualified candidates through a variety of channels, including job boards, social media, networking, and employee referrals
- Review and screen applications to identify top talent
- Coordinate and facilitate interview processes, including scheduling, interviewer preparation, and interview materials
- Conduct candidate interviews and support hiring teams throughout the selection process
- Partner with HR leadership and hiring managers during the offer process, including compensation recommendations, incentives, and start-date coordination
- Monitor recruiting progress and priorities to ensure timely hiring outcomes during the coverage period
- Ensure all recruitment activities comply with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies
- Maintain clear documentation and handoffs to support continuity before and after the coverage period
- Perform other related duties as assigned
YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF:
- You are CREATIVE: You are innovative and forward-thinking in your approach and mindset.
- You are highly STRATEGIC: You are able to develop creative concepts and vision that support brand and business goals.
- You are extremely ORGANIZED: You are not overwhelmed by the thought of tackling multiple tasks at a time.
- You are DETAIL ORIENTED: You appreciate the importance of having detailed and precise information.
- You are a strong COMMUNICATOR: You are a people person, natural leader and collaborate well with others.
- You are AGILE: You adapt well to changing needs and priorities and are able to pivot easily to achieve goals and deadlines.
- You are PASSIONATE about beauty: You are eager to learn and absorb all things related to beauty, brand and creative strategy.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent work experience), required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience managing full-cycle recruitment, with increasing responsibility; management or lead experience strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of talent acquisition best practices, sourcing methodologies, and labor market trends
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable working with applicant tracking systems and recruitment tools
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and advise stakeholders
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with a collaborative and consultative approach
- Proven ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies across a variety of roles and levels
- Highly organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities with minimal oversight
- Excellent time management skills with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
- Solid knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements related to hiring
- Adaptability, curiosity, and willingness to continuously learn and evolve in a dynamic environment
- Must be able to work from the Corporate Office at least 60% of the time
The expected base salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $98,000.00. The exact base salary is determined by various factors including experience, skills, education, geographic location, and budget.
In addition to base salary, Hourglass Cosmetics offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, disability insurance, retirement savings plans and company match, paid family leave, education-related programs, paid holidays, discretionary vacation time, and more.
Hourglass is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive its business results and to create a better future every day for its diverse employees, global consumers, partners and communities. If you are an individual with a disability and need accommodation in order to apply for a job listing, please contact us at 310-392-7799 or [email protected].
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