Before You Apply:

* This position is not eligible for employment authorization. *

About the Program:

At Pega, we understand that life happens. Whether you took a break to welcome a new family member, support a loved one, serve in the military, explore the world, or embark on a career shift through education, we're committed to supporting your return to the workforce.

Pega’s Return-to-Work program is a 16-week paid “Returnship” for experienced professionals with at least 5 years of prior experience who have been out of the workforce for a year or more. This is your chance to showcase your expertise, refresh your skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and relaunch your career.

The program offers specialized onboarding, mentorship, and professional development opportunities—including skills training in collaboration with our Learning and Development team—to help you make a smooth and successful transition back into work.

Meet Our Team:

At Pega, our Talent Attraction team partners with the business to fuel growth by identifying and engaging top talent across all business units. As a Campus & Experienced Talent Recruiter, Return-to-Work Program, you’ll be part of a high-performing, collaborative team that works closely with senior leaders, HR partners, and hiring managers to shape and execute strategies for bringing the brightest future talent to Pega—while delivering a best-in-class candidate and intern experience.

In this role, you’ll partner with the Director of Global Emerging Talent Programs and the Talent Attraction Lead to attract, recruit, and retain early-career, emerging, and experienced talent.

Picture Yourself at Pega:

You’re more than a recruiter—you’re a trusted advisor and program leader. You thrive in a dynamic environment, influencing hiring decisions, building strong talent pipelines, and creating engaging development experiences for interns and early-career hires. You understand the nuances of campus recruiting and program management and are passionate about helping early-career, emerging, and experienced talent succeed.

What You'll Do at Pega:

Full-Cycle Campus & Experienced Talent Recruiting

• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process for complex and high-impact roles across North America—from sourcing to offer acceptance.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand business needs and define ideal candidate profiles.
• Partner with senior business leaders and HRBPs to develop and execute strategic hiring plans.
• Build and maintain strong talent pipelines through proactive sourcing, networking, and market research.
• Use data and insights to track progress and improve recruitment strategies.

Internship Program Management & Continuous Improvement

• Partner with the Global Emerging Talent Lead on strategic projects and program management, development and enhancements.
• Manage Pega’s North America internship program, including supporting onboarding, manager/mentor training, and events as needed.
• Share best practices and insights with colleagues to elevate the global internship and early talent strategy.
• Support employer branding, program-related initiatives, and cross-team recruitment projects as needed.

Who You Are:

• A collaborative recruiter who builds strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Passionate about early-career talent, talent engagement, and creating meaningful candidate experiences.
• Skilled at juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• A team player who leads with empathy, curiosity, and a drive for excellence.

What You've Accomplished:

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting, including campus and early-career programs.
• Proven success supporting events, employer branding, and internship programs.
• Skilled in building and maintaining talent pipelines in competitive markets.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Proficient with ATS and sourcing tools (e.g., SuccessFactors, Handshake).

Pega Offers You:

• Opportunity to collaborate with diverse global teams on real-time, impactful projects and initiatives
• Casual and fun work environment
• Professional development and skills training in partnership with a specialized taskforce
• Flexible hybrid schedule with regular presence in our Waltham, MA office.
• A culture that values innovation, growth, and continuous learning.
• Structured manager and mentor program
• Support system from Return-to-Work Alumni
• Potential for a full-time offer