Talent acquisition focuses on finding, attracting and hiring top talent for an
organization. It involves activities such as sourcing potential candidates,
employer branding, and building a talent pipeline to meet future hiring needs.
The talent acquisition process includes crafting job descriptions, managing
job postings on job boards, and implementing a recruitment strategy. Talent
acquisition specialists work to identify the right skill sets and cultural fit
for the company's long-term goals.
Human resources (HR) manage a broader range of responsibilities including
employee relations, benefits, payroll and compliance. While HR is involved in
the entire employee lifecycle, including onboarding and retention, talent
acquisition is specifically concerned with the recruitment process and
bringing new talent into the organization. HR works with hiring managers to
align the hiring strategy with business goals, whereas talent acquisition
focuses on building a pool of qualified candidates to fill current and future
vacancies.