Senior Talent Acquisition Coordinator
IlluminaUS - California - San DiegoPosted 20 April 2026
Job Description
What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?
At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.
Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.
Position Summary
The Senior Talent Acquisition Coordinator works closely with other members of the Talent Acquisition team to assist in logistics and administrative support, scheduling, coordinating and onboarding. The Senior Talent Acquisition Coordinator is responsible for contacting candidates, scheduling interviews, ensuring a positive candidate experience, managing new employee onboarding including Form I-9s and managing special projects as assigned.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Collaborates with recruiters, hiring managers, executive assistants and candidates to coordinate high volume phone, virtual, and onsite interviews
Manages several stages of the recruitment life-cycle process which includes, monitoring and clearing background checks, closing candidate records within applicant tracking system (Workday Recruiting) and assisting with onboarding of new employees
Serves as the main point of contact for candidates and new hires, providing updates and ensuring a positive, professional and welcoming experience
Maintains all applicant information, ensuring that all information has been gathered within applicant tracking system and that all compliance requirements are met with regards to the recruitment process
Assists with other projects in the Talent Acquisition department as needed
Preferred Educational Background
BA degree or the equivalent combination of experience and education
Preferred Experiential Background
2 years of experience in Human Resources/Recruiting or related coordinator experience
Organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy; excellent follow-through skills and time management
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
Experience with Workday Recruiting and Rooster
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Outstanding customer service skills
The estimated base hourly range for the Senior Talent Acquisition Coordinator role based in the United States of America is: $25.28 - $37.88. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage i ... (truncated, view full listing at source)
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