Manager, Talent Acquisition

FREENOW; Barcelona; A distancia; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading European mobility company is seeking a Talent Acquisition Manager to enhance hiring across its organization. The role involves leading a team, driving executive recruitment, and innovating sourcing strategies. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in talent acquisition, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. This position offers flexible working arrangements and various benefits.

Servicios

Flexible working arrangements

Sabbatical & special leave policies

Health Insurance

Employee assistance program

Formación

• 10+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Expertise in executive search and managing tech & non-tech hiring.
• Proven track record in leading and coaching diverse recruiting teams.

Responsabilidades

• Leading & mentoring a team of Talent Acquisition Specialists.
• Driving end-to-end hiring excellence and ensuring smooth recruitment processes.
• Owning executive recruitment for senior-level roles.

Conocimientos

Talent Acquisition experience

Leadership skills

Influencing skills

Project management

Communication skills

Educación

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience

Herramientas

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Sourcing platforms

Descripción del empleo

Location : Come and join us in Germany, Spain, UK or Portugal

At Freenow we empower smarter mobility decisions, helping people move freely and cities to thrive.

Now, we’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Manager who’s passionate about enabling world‑class hiring and shaping the future of how we attract talent across our organisation.

As our Talent Acquisition Manager, you'll be at the forefront of championing best‑in‑class recruitment strategies and driving executive search, all while mentoring a team of dedicated TA Leads and Specialists.

YOUR DAILY ADVENTURES WILL INCLUDE:

• Leading & mentoring a team of Tech & Non‑Tech Talent Acquisition Specialists and Leads across all Freenow countries.
• Driving end‑to‑end hiring excellence, ensuring smooth, inclusive, and scalable recruitment processes, from entry‑level roles to executive hires.
• Owning executive recruitment, managing searches for senior‑level roles with precision and care.
• Partnering with senior leadership on strategic workforce planning and aligning talent acquisition efforts with business goals.
• Innovating sourcing strategies with a data‑first mindset, using cutting‑edge tools to attract top, diverse talent.
• Building trusted relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders, influencing hiring decisions with confidence and clarity.
• Championing the candidate experience - from first interaction to onboarding - making it engaging and consistent across all markets.
• Continuously improving processes, implementing industry best practices, and optimizing the use of recruitment data and insights.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE:

• 10+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, with 3+ years in a leadership role, including expertise in executive search and managing both tech & non‑tech hiring.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven track record in leading and coaching diverse recruiting teams.
• Expertise in end‑to‑end recruitment, sourcing strategies, and recruitment technology (ATS, sourcing platforms, etc.).
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills, especially at senior leadership levels.
• High cultural competency and a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
• Excellent negotiation, project management, and communication skills.
• A passion for candidate experience and employer branding.

BENEFITS & PERKS IN A NUTSHELL:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Sabbatical & special leave policies
• WeRoad partnership
• Birthday, 24th + 31st December off
• Mobility Credit
• Health Insurance
• Employee assistance program

Plus more local benefits depending on your work location!

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION:

Freenow is an equal opportunity employer and we consider qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or age. We want you to grow and evolve, bring your true self to work.

ABOUT FREENOW:

We are Freenow, the European taxi app with the broadest multi‑mobility offering, available in 9 markets and over 180 cities. Our app gives millions of passengers the freedom to move with a wide choice of services including taxis, private hire vehicles, carsharing, car rental, e‑scooters, e‑bikes, e‑mopeds and public transport.

Headquartered in Hamburg and led by our CEO Thomas Zimmermann, we are on a mission to make urban mobility more efficient, sustainable and inclusive.

Since July 2025 we have been part of Lyft, a global mobility platform connecting riders and drivers for billions of rides across North America and Europe. Together we are building a more caring and connected world, creating new opportunities for innovation, growth and impact.