Remote Head of Talent Acquisition - Technology Scale-ups

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Executive compensation

Equity options

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Head of Talent Acquisition to lead and scale recruitment for technology scale-ups. You will design and execute strategy, lead a team of recruiters, and partner with founders and leadership to attract top engineering, product, sales, and operations talent.

The role offers significant autonomy, executive compensation including base, bonus, and equity, and the flexibility to work from anywhere as part of a forward-thinking consultancy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in Talent Acquisition with at least 3 years in leadership.
• Proven experience recruiting for and scaling technology companies (startups/scale-ups).
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to design end-to-end talent strategies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute scalable talent acquisition strategies aligned with growth goals.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Talent Acquisition Specialists.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment for all levels, including executives.
• Design employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.
• Build relationships with founders, C-suite, and hiring managers.
• Track metrics to drive continuous improvement in hiring.
• Provide market insights on compensation and talent availability.
• Implement and optimize ATS, CRM, and sourcing tools.
• Champion DEI throughout the recruitment process.
• Advise clients on talent strategy and acquisition.

Skills

Leadership

Strategy

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

ATS proficiency

DEI champion

Team building

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Master's degree is a plus

Tools

ATS platforms

CRM systems

Recruitment technologies

Job description

About the Role

About the Role Our client, a prestigious recruitment consultancy, is seeking an exceptional and strategic Remote Head of Talent Acquisition to lead recruitment efforts for technology scale-ups. This is a fully remote, leadership position designed for an experienced professional who thrives on building and scaling high-performing teams in fast-paced environments. You will be responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive talent acquisition strategies, developing employer branding initiatives, and leading a team of recruiters to attract top-tier engineering, product, sales, and operational talent. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of the tech landscape, a proven track record in executive search and team leadership, and a passion for driving growth through strategic talent acquisition. This role offers the ultimate flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere while making a significant impact on the trajectory of innovative technology companies. If you are a visionary leader ready to shape the future of talent acquisition in the tech industry, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute innovative, scalable talent acquisition strategies aligned with the growth objectives of technology scale-ups.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Talent Acquisition Specialists, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process for all levels, including executive leadership roles.
• Design and implement robust employer branding initiatives to attract top talent and enhance the client's appeal.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders, including founders, C-suite executives, and hiring managers.
• Establish and track key recruitment metrics (time-to-hire, source-of-hire, offer acceptance rates, diversity metrics) to drive continuous improvement.
• Conduct market analysis to provide insights on compensation, talent availability, and competitive landscapes.
• Implement and optimize recruitment technologies, including ATS, CRM, and other sourcing tools.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) throughout the talent acquisition process.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients on all aspects of talent strategy and acquisition.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience recruiting for and scaling technology companies (startups and scale-ups).
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and executing comprehensive talent acquisition strategies.
• Strong understanding of the technology landscape, including software development, product management, data science, etc.
• Experience leading and managing recruitment teams.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency with modern recruitment technologies and ATS platforms.
• A passion for building high-performing teams and driving organizational growth.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; Master's degree is a plus.

Benefits

• Fully remote position with significant autonomy and flexibility.
• Highly competitive executive compensation package including base salary, substantial bonus, and equity options.
• Opportunity to lead talent acquisition for rapidly growing and innovative technology companies.
• Work with a leading, forward-thinking recruitment consultancy.
• Access to cutting-edge recruitment technologies and resources.
• Direct impact on the success and growth of client organizations.
• Continuous professional development and leadership opportunities.