Principal Recruiter (Head of Talent Acquisition)

TITLE: Principal Recruiter (Head of Talent Acquisition) DEPARTMENT: People and Culture REPORTS TO: Chief People Officer TYPE: Full-Time Regular FLSA : Exempt ROLE TYPE: Individual Contributor OUR CLUBS Seattle Sounders FC and Seattle Reign FC are united as one soccer family, driven by a shared commitment to excellence, growth, and impact on and off the pitch. Each club has independently forged a rich history of performance while connecting deeply with the community. Our clubs are continually pushing the boundaries of what's possible while fostering an inclusive culture- championing causes and building community connections to expand our reach and impact. Each match is an opportunity to bring together our community, celebrating our resilience, inclusivity, and a commitment to excellence. United in professional dedication- we are two clubs with one shared vision of progress and greatness. POSITION SUMMARY The success of Seattle Sounders FC and Seattle Reign FC starts with the people who make our clubs what they are, on and off the pitch. As two clubs united by a shared ambition, we're building a stronger organization for the future, starting with how we attract, develop, and bring talented people together. The Principal Recruiter (Head of Talent Acquisition ) owns talent acquisition for Seattle Sounders FC, Seattle Reign FC and RAVE Foundation. You'll lead searches, manage the hiring process , and set the standards and partnerships that make hiring effective, consistent, and inclusive. This is a senior individual contributor position reporting to our Chief People Officer. You will work directly with executive leadership on hiring strategy , talent brand , and workforce planning . You will also bring new approaches to recruiting, including responsible applications of AI and automation. You'll have the autonomy to challenge conventional thinking, improve the experience for candidates and hiring managers, and build systems that strengthen how we hire for years to come. This is an opportunity for a talent acquisition leader who wants to be both a hands-on recruiter, strategic advisor, and builder who believes that assembling exceptional teams , grounded in shared values , is one of the most important ways to shape the future of our clubs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Own talent acquisition strategy and execution across Seattle Sounders FC, Seattle Reign FC, and the RAVE Foundation, including the hiring process from role definition through offer for every hire. Lead talent brand for Seattle Sounders FC, Seattle Reign FC, and the RAVE Foundation, translating our employee value proposition into an inclusive, consistent candidate experience from first touch through offer. Set and uphold the hiring standard, in partnership with the Chief People Officer, through consistent practices, tools, and workflows that keep hiring evidence-based, inclusive, and high quality across every department. Run complex searches with discretion, building trusted relationships with leaders and candidates. <li data-leveltext=""