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Senior Director of Talent Acquisition

Senior Director of Talent Acquisition

CompanyZoox
LocationSan Mateo, CA, USA
Salary$270000 – $320000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field is required.
  • 10+ years of experience in talent acquisition
  • 5+ years successfully leading cross-functional talent teams at the Director level.
  • Extensive experience in developing and executing end-to-end (E2E) talent strategies for sourcing, recruiting, onboarding, and retaining top talent.
  • Strong familiarity with the external talent market, especially in technology, with a deep understanding of emerging trends in talent acquisition and workforce planning.
  • Data-driven decision-maker, with experience using KPIs, scorecards, and metrics to measure and optimize talent strategy effectiveness.
  • Experience with talent acquisition and HR management tools such as VNDLY, Lever, Workday (WD), ServiceNow, and other industry-leading software platforms.
  • Proven experience in designing and implementing talent processes and systems that scale with the organization’s growth.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to build trust and relationships at all levels of the organization.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, excelling in fast-paced and evolving environments, with the ability to think critically and take decisive action in complex or ambiguous situations.

Responsibilities

  • Create and execute Zoox’s end-to-end (E2E) talent strategy, encompassing an intern program, internal mobility initiatives, and both proactive and reactive external recruiting strategies.
  • Build and evolve talent processes, from sourcing and recruiting to offer delivery, ensuring seamless execution across all stages of the talent acquisition lifecycle.
  • Partner with the Director of HR Technology in the development of talent systems that enhance efficiency and effectiveness, utilizing tools like VNDLY, Lever, WD, and ServiceNow.
  • Lead and inspire a high-performing talent organization. Provide coaching, guidance, and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders, influencing talent-related decisions and driving alignment on workforce planning and talent needs.
  • Keep up-to-date with trends and talent availability in the external market, especially within the tech industry, to ensure Zoox stays competitive in attracting top talent.
  • Use market insights to guide and refine talent acquisition strategies and decision-making.
  • Active partner on the HR leadership team in creating and driving a comprehensive HR strategy.

Preferred Qualifications

    No preferred qualifications provided.