Director Talent Acquisition

Lead & Encourage: Mentor and guide a high-performing recruiting team, driving excellence in sourcing, interviewing, collaborator engagement, and conflict resolution. Establish clear performance metrics to elevate talent acquisition outcomes, candidate experience, and hiring manager happiness. Strategic Advisor: Collaborate with senior leaders, HRBPs, and the executive team to build workforce planning, succession strategies, and transformation initiatives that align with organizational objectives. Global Process Leadership: Ensure consistency and compliance across regions by harmonizing onboarding workflows and dual-language requirements. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with HR, Legal, Compensation, and Finance to build coordinated talent strategies that support business priorities. A university degree or equivalent experience within business-related fields. Experience in the Gaming and Toys Industry preferred. Proven ability to attract, develop, and retain top talent across creative, technical, and commercial functions. Proven success building global talent strategies for iconic brands. Experienced in scaling recruitment operations to support game development and toy innovation. Partners with cross-functional teams to drive inclusive hiring practices suited to the fast-paced, imaginative industry. At least 10 years of TA/HR experience with people management experience in building high-performing teams in a global organization. Proficient in TA tools and processes. Strategic Leadership: Operates confidently in dynamic environments, making clear decisions amid ambiguity and shifting priorities. Executive Influence: Develops positive relationships with senior leaders and HR teams to align on workforce strategies and talent priorities. Results Orientation: Sets ambitious goals and drives measurable outcomes through strategic focus, accountability, and consistent execution. Agility & Innovation: Embraces change and complexity, bringing to bear trends (including AI adoption) to recommend future-forward solutions. Inclusive Communication: Communicates with clarity and empathy across diverse teams and geographies, encouraging collaboration and shared understanding. Talent Strategy Implementation: Converts complex talent acquisition strategies into practical plans that drive business growth and transformation. Inspirational Leadership: Motivates teams to challenge assumptions, innovate, and deliver high-impact results while encouraging a culture of learning and resilience. Future Forward Thinking: Recognize opportunities and manage threats to preserve competitive advantage. Keep up with AI adoption and new trends influencing the team. Develop processes and get others on board.