London, United Kingdom; New York, United States

Company introduction:

Compass Pathways plc (Nasdaq: CMPS) is a biotechnology company dedicated to accelerating patient access to evidence-based innovation in mental health. The Company is headquartered in London, UK, and has offices in New York City and San Francisco in the US. We focus on developing innovations that can improve the lives of those who are suffering with mental health challenges and who are not helped by current treatments.

We are pioneering the development of a new model of psilocybin treatment, in which our proprietary formulation of synthetic psilocybin (which has received breakthrough therapy designation from the FDA) is administered with psychological support. We are currently in phase 3 study for treatment-resistant depression (TRD), and phase 2 for both post-traumatic stress disorder and anorexia nervosa. Our vision is a world of mental wellbeing - Compass Pathways .

Job overview :

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will be working on a range of requisition, from entry-level to senior, technical and scientific roles within our R&D teams across the US and UK. You’ll support hiring managers throughout the recruitment process, from job scoping and sourcing to selection , ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and accurate data in our ATS. Success in this role requires a strong understanding of Compass’s mission and research focus, enabling you to attract and engage top-tier talent who align with our purpose and values.

Location: Hybrid in our London, UK or New York City, USA .

Reports to : Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition.

Duration : 6-month contract.

Roles and responsibilities ( Include but are not limited to ):

• Manage candidates and requisitions through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and ensuring system data accuracy and process integrity
• Support and guide internal stakeholders through our recruitment processes
• Act as the main point of contact for candidates throughout their entire experience, keeping them informed, engaged, and supported
• Deliver constructive feedback to candidates promptly and professionally during and after their process
• Support hiring managers with the creation of job descriptions
• Lead hiring intake meetings with hiring managers to confirm the search criteria, set up the interview process, and agree on process and timelines
• Post job adverts that comply with our internal guidelines, on relevant websites
• Review and assess direct applicants, with the ability to identify individuals relevant for the current role and future growth within Compass
• Proactive sourcing, involving searches (including AI-based tools), building and using networks and direct marketing strategies
• Conduct screening interviews for non-technical and technical roles
• Performing all the above whilst ensuring that all (personal) data is stored and used correctly
• Support with talent acquisition administration and coordination
• Collaborate with the People Operations team to ensure a smooth handover from offer acceptance to onboarding
• Be a Compass ambassador, representing our company, our values and vision accurately, whilst demonstrating a clear understanding of our current objectives

Candidate Profile:

• An education in STEM, Human Resources or Business Management is a preferred, however equivalent relevant work experience would be considered
• In-house experience ideal, especially at a biotech or pharmaceutical company, agency considered
• Proven success hiring for niche and technical hires in the US or UK, ideally for industry related roles
• Excellent candidate management and overall communication skills in English (written and oral)
• Strong multitasking abilities; manages several different recruitment processes simultaneously
• Effective collaborator with the rest of the organisation, across R&D and G&A
• Builds positive relationships with colleagues and candidates; empathetic and service-oriented
• Organised, adaptable, flexible and able to solve problems in a dynamic and international environment (working across time zones)
• Strong work ethic, transparency, accountability and a sense of urgency
• A genuine desire to ensure we hire in the best talent
• Aligned to our company values of Compassion, Boldness, Rigour and Inclusion

Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognise employees for their work and any role at Compass, regardless of the location, is eligible for additional discretionary bonuses and equity.

【Base salary per annum】:

$70,000 - $95,000 USD

Benefits & Compensation:

For an overview of our benefits package and compensation information, please visit "Working at Compass ".

Equal opportunities:

Reasonable accommodation

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone’s wellbeing matters. If you need reasonable accommodation during the interview process to be at your best, please let our recruiting team know.

UK applicants

We are proud of our commitment to diversity and equality (pursuant to the Equality Act 2010). We do not discriminate based upon race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, age or disability.

US applicants

Compass Pathways is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military service, genetic information, familial or marital status, or any other status, category, or characteristic protected by applicable law.

Sponsorship :

Unfortunately, we cannot sponsor employment visas and can only accept applications if you have employment rights in the country to which you are applying.

Data Privacy:

All data is confidential and protected by all legal and data privacy requirements, please see our recruitment Privacy Notice to learn more about how we process personal data.

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