Head of Talent Acquisition

Job Title: Director of Talent Acquisition

Location: Remote

Department: Human Resources

Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Talent Acquisition to lead our recruitment efforts and drive our talent acquisition strategy. This is a remote position for a seasoned professional with a minimum of 8-10 years of experience in talent acquisition within HR domain companies or recruitment-related organizations. The ideal candidate must have expertise in headhunting and sourcing processes, ensuring the successful identification and engagement of high-caliber talent to meet organizational goals.

Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership

• Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy aligned with organizational goals and values.
• Analyze market trends and workforce planning needs to shape future hiring strategies.
• Build partnerships with senior leaders to understand hiring priorities and deliver tailored recruitment solutions.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, remote talent acquisition team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation within the recruitment function.

Headhunting and Sourcing

• Lead executive and specialized recruitment efforts using advanced headhunting and sourcing strategies.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of passive and active candidates through innovative sourcing techniques.
• Leverage technology, social media platforms, and recruitment tools to identify top talent globally.

Process Management

• Establish, refine, and oversee end-to-end recruitment processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure the delivery of exceptional candidate experiences throughout the hiring process.
• Continuously evaluate and adopt best practices in recruitment operations.

Metrics and Reporting

• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for the talent acquisition team.
• Present insights and data-driven recommendations to leadership to optimize recruitment efforts.

Employer Branding

• Collaborate with the marketing team to enhance the employer brand and position the company as an employer of choice.
• Promote diversity and inclusion in hiring practices and team-building efforts.

Compliance and Standards

• Ensure recruitment practices adhere to all legal and organizational standards.
• Stay updated on employment laws and recruitment trends in key markets.

QualificationsRequired Experience:

• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience working in HR domain or recruitment-related companies.

Skills:

• Deep expertise in headhunting, sourcing, and executive-level recruitment.
• Strong command of modern recruitment tools, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and sourcing platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter).
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage a remote team effectively while achieving ambitious goals.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., SHRM, PHR) are a plus.

Preferred

• Experience with global recruitment and managing international hiring processes.
• Familiarity with recruitment analytics and leveraging data for decision-making.
• A strong track record of implementing successful employer branding initiatives.

Must have Skills

• Talent Acquisition - 7 Years
• Advanced
• Leadership - 5 Years
• Advanced
• Recruiting - 7 Years
• Advanced