Talent Acquisition Director

About the role

A fast-growing international business operating across technology, sports, media and digital entertainment is looking for a Talent Acquisition Director based in Switzerland. Reporting to the Global HR Director, you will lead the global talent acquisition strategy, bringing recruitment delivery, sourcing, employer branding, data and technology together to support business growth. You will guide a global team, adapt to local talent markets and use AI, automation and recruitment technology to improve efficiency. The role is described as remote-first.

Key responsibilities

• Define and lead the global talent acquisition strategy, aligning hiring, sourcing and employer branding with business objectives across regions
• Develop locally relevant recruitment approaches within a consistent global framework
• Establish monthly hiring plans with priorities, milestones and visibility on progress, risks and outcomes
• Lead, coach and develop recruitment managers, and build accountability across the function
• Improve recruitment processes and the candidate experience, working closely with hiring managers
• Drive a technology-first approach using AI, automation and recruitment systems
• Strengthen recruitment data quality, reporting and analytics
• Develop and enhance the employer brand in priority talent markets

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience leading global or multi-regional Talent Acquisition teams
• Proven ability to turn business priorities into a talent acquisition strategy and delivery plans
• Experience developing recruitment managers and building team leadership capability
• Strong understanding of recruitment delivery, sourcing, employer branding, processes and workforce data
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with senior leaders and hiring managers
• Flexible, pragmatic leadership style able to balance global consistency with local market needs

Required skills

• Practical experience using recruitment technology, AI tools and automation
• Strategic thinking, planning and analytical skills, using data to guide decisions

What we offer

• Remote-first working environment
• Competitive salary with individual quarterly performance bonuses
• Annual leave and flexible working hours
• Employee referral bonuses and additional flash bonuses
• Top-of-the-line work equipment
• Annual company retreats