# University Talent Acquisition Specialist at Appian

- Company: Appian
- What the company does: AI automation for critical processes. Appian orchestrates AI agents, systems, and people on an enterprise platform, without replacing your systems. Backed by NEA.
- Company website: https://appian.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: McLean, Virginia
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-09-16
- Apply by: 2026-10-31
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/appian/jobs/8207756
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/appian-university-talent-acquisition-specialist/

## About the role

Appian is scaling rapidly as enterprises worldwide adopt AI-Powered Process Automation to transform their operations. This role exists to secure exceptional early career talent who will drive our next phase of innovation and market leadership. You will have the autonomy to build strategic university partnerships, shape our employer brand on campuses, and directly influence the future of our engineering, product, and business teams.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or related field
- 1+ years of hands-on recruiting experience managing the full candidate lifecycle including sourcing, interviewing, negotiating, and closing
- Proven ability to source candidates across multiple platforms and channels with demonstrated success in converting passive talent
- Strong stakeholder partnership skills with experience advising hiring managers and business leaders on talent strategy
- Demonstrated expertise in employer branding and building campus presence at universities
- Experience optimizing interview processes and candidate assessment methodologies

Tags: Talent Acquisition