Director of Talent Acquisition

Recruiterboom; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruiterboom is seeking a Director of Talent Acquisition to lead organization-wide talent management and development initiatives in New York. The role focuses on training program oversight, performance evaluations, and succession planning to support business objectives.

You will shape retention strategies, partner with leaders, and ensure an inclusive, high-performing workforce through strategic HR practices.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Director of Talent or similar role.
• Familiarity with performance management and relevant software.
• Knowledge of labor legislation.
• Hands-on experience with HR tools (ATS).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Organize and oversee training programs (outsourced and in-house).
• Plan regular employee performance evaluations.
• Monitor and report on turnover rates.
• Develop employee retention programs and team-building activities.
• Craft policies supporting internal promotions and succession plans.
• Create organizational charts and define position responsibilities.
• Discuss career-pathing options with high-potential employees and leaders.
• Benchmark compensation and benefits.

Education

BSc/MSc in Human Resources

CIPD/SPHR certification

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

HRIS

Job description

About the job Director of Talent Acquisition

We are looking for a Director of Talent to drive our organization-wide talent management and development initiatives.

Director of Talent responsibilities include scheduling employee training programs, implementing regular performance evaluations and designing succession planning policies. You will also help us maintain an equal employment opportunity environment.

Ultimately, you will foster a healthy workplace that helps us achieve our business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Organize and oversee individual and team training programs (both outsourced and in-house)
• Plan regular employee performance evaluations
• Monitor and report on turnover rates
• Develop employee retention programs and team-building activities
• Craft policies that support internal promotions
• Build succession plans
• Create organizational charts and define each positions responsibilities
• Discuss career-pathing options with high-potential employees and their team leaders
• Perform benchmark research on compensation and benefits
• Onboard new hires
• Coach employees and act as their consultant regarding learning and development activities

Requirements and skills

• Proven work experience as a Director of Talent or similar role
• Familiarity with performance management and relevant software
• Knowledge of labor legislation
• Hands-on experience with Human Resources tools (e.g. Applicant Tracking Systems)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Team spirit
• BSc/MSc in Human Resources or relevant field
• Additional certification (e.g. CIPD or SPHR) is a plus