We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come… for our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls (ABL) and the Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We are positioned at the intersection of sustainability and technology. Our businesses develop technology that helps save our customers energy and reduce their carbon emissions. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and location-aware applications.

Job Summary

The Technical Recruiter will primarily support technical hiring in partnership with the Cork-based Digital Center of Excellence (DCOE), with a core focus on full-cycle recruitment for highly specialized technical talent including software, systems, hardware, and IT roles. This role supports technical hiring aligned to DCOE priorities across Acuity’s AIS division, including Atrius, Distech, and QSC.

In addition to the Cork DCOE focus, the recruiter will also support broader EMEA hiring needs, which may include both technical and non-technical roles based on evolving business demand. Acting as a trusted advisor to hiring managers across regions, this role delivers strong talent pipelines, relevant market insight, and a consistently high-quality candidate experience.

This position is based in Cork, Ireland and will work in close alignment with the Cork-based Digital Center of Excellence.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Primary Focus – Cork DCOE (Technical Roles)

Own full-cycle recruiting for technical roles supporting the Cork-based DCOE.
Partner closely with DCOE technical leaders to understand role requirements.
Build and maintain proactive pipelines for high-demand technical talent.

Secondary Focus – EMEA Roles (Mixed Scope)

Support recruiting efforts across EMEA for technical and non-technical roles.
Adapt recruiting strategies to different markets and regions.

Core Recruiting Responsibilities

Source talent through multiple channels including LinkedIn and referrals.
Deliver a high-quality candidate and manager experience.
Maintain accurate ATS records and ensure policy compliance.

Preferred Education (i.e. type of degree)

Bachelor of Engineering in Information Technology or Electronic Engineering Technology

Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

3+ years of recruiting experience with emphasis on technical roles.

Preferred Skills and Experience

Passion for technology and talent acquisition.
Comfort working across regions and cultures.
Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Strategic Soucing
Hiring Manager/Business Partnership
ATS & Recruiting Operations Discipline
Candidate/Manager Experience & Communication

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000, select option 4. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.

Any unsolicited resumes sent to Acuity Inc. from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to an Acuity Inc. mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Acuity Inc. employees, or to Acuity Inc. resume database will be considered Acuity Inc. property. Acuity Inc. will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

Acuity Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor, but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.

Talent Acquisition Partner - Technical

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