Senior Talent Partner

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Company Culture

Growth opportunities

Work Hard, Play Hard

Benefits package

Perks: fitness allowance

Job summary

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. in Austin, TX, is seeking a Senior Talent Partner to lead full life cycle recruiting for Technology, Media Services, and General & Administrative roles.

As a foundational hire, you'll partner with Global Lead Talent Partners and hiring managers to attract world-class talent across North America and beyond, shaping our talent strategy for a growing Austin hub. You will own intake, sourcing, interviewing, and closing, champion an unbiased interview process, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience performing full life cycle recruiting.
• 2+ years of experience hiring technical talent in the Austin market.
• Proven experience recruiting for high-growth teams globally.
• Ability to thrive in a self-directed environment and balance multiple priorities.
• Experience partnering with HR and leadership to recruit cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead full life cycle recruiting for Technology, Media Services (TMS) and G&A functions.
• Partner with Global Lead Talent Partners and hiring managers on market trends and compensation.
• Develop data-driven sourcing strategies to build robust pipelines for complex roles.
• Conduct intake meetings, screen candidates, and guide hiring teams on equitable interviewing practices.
• Elevate the candidate and stakeholder experience and own the local Austin recruiting experience.

Skills

Full lifecycle recruiting

Talent acquisition

Stakeholder management

Global recruiting

Brand ambassador

Tools

Greenhouse

Job description

Who We Are

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. For more than 25 years, our development teams have created some of the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful entertainment experiences, captivating and engaging audiences around the world. We are incredibly proud of our ability to consistently deliver the highest-quality titles, as well as our colleagues who help to create our unique culture and work environment that is inclusive, diverse, and dynamic.

While our offices are casual and inviting, we are deeply committed to our core tenets of creativity, innovation and efficiency, and individual and team development opportunities. Our industry and business are continually evolving and fast‑paced, providing numerous opportunities to learn and hone your skills. We work hard, but we also like to have fun, and believe that we provide a great place to come to work each day to pursue your passions.

Our presence in Austin, TX, is expanding, building on the foundation established by our 2K and Zynga labels in the area. Located in the Domain/North Austin. Joining us in Austin means becoming part of a growing hub within Take‑Two, surrounded by a culture of creativity, innovation, and cross‑label collaboration.

The Challenge

We are seeking a Senior Talent Partner to join us as a foundational hire, spearheading the growth and success of our presence in Austin. This role will be a dual‑vertical recruiter to drive full life cycle recruiting processes for both Technology and Media Services (TMS) and General & Administrative (G&A) corporate functions as needed.

In this position, you will champion the execution of global talent strategies for the business across North America. We are seeking a collaborative recruiter with a passion for attracting and hiring world‑class talent to support our mission to become the #1 pure play interactive entertainment company.

What You’ll Take On

• Lead the full talent acquisition lifecycle—from initial requisition intake and strategic sourcing through to offer negotiation and closing for positions within the Technology/TMS (Infrastructure, Cyber, PMO, Software & Data Engineering, AI) and G+A functions (Finance, Legal, HR, Sales, Workplace, etc.), ensuring a positive candidate experience.
• Partner with Global Lead Talent Partners, hiring managers, and executive leadership as a strategic talent advisor, providing expertise on market trends, compensation, the competitive talent landscape, and best practices for attracting a diverse, global talent pool.
• Navigate a fast‑paced, scaling environment, utilizing innovative sourcing techniques to build dynamic, high‑performing teams.
• Develop and execute creative, data‑driven sourcing strategies to build robust pipelines of qualified candidates for complex and specialized roles.
• Conduct thorough intake meetings, screen candidates for qualifications and motivation, and guide hiring teams on effective, bias‑mitigated interview techniques and equitable selection best practices.
• Act as a champion for the candidate and stakeholder experience, with the opportunity to optimize and lead the local recruiting experience for the Austin Hub.
• Maintain meticulous record‑keeping and data integrity within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), providing regular reports on recruiting metrics and progress.
• Act as a brand ambassador, promoting our unique culture to attract passive and active talent.

What You Bring

• Extensive experience (5+ years) performing full life cycle recruiting supporting diverse corporate functions, with a preference for prior experience in gaming, entertainment, media/creative or technology industries.
• 2+ years of experience hiring technical talent in the Austin Market.
• Proven experience recruiting for high‑growth teams across various technical, general administration, and technology functions globally.
• Proven ability to thrive in a self‑directed environment, balancing multiple strategic talent priorities while maintaining a high standard of candidate care.
• Ability to successfully manage through rapid organizational evolution and contribute to the transition toward a centralized Global Shared Service model.
• Demonstrate commitment as a strong partner to the broader HR organization, collaborating effectively across teams to support shared goals.
• A clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills, capable of influencing hiring decisions at the senior management level.
• Experience using Greenhouse or comparable applicant tracking systems.

What We Offer You

• Great Company Culture. Ranked as one of the most creative and innovative places to work, creativity, innovation, efficiency, diversity and philanthropy are among the core tenets of our organization and are integral drivers of our continued success.
• Growth: As a global entertainment company, we pride ourselves on creating environments where employees are encouraged to be themselves, inquisitive, collaborative and to grow within and around the company.
• Work Hard, Play Hard. Our employees bond, blow‑off steam, and flex some creative muscles – through corporate boot camp classes, company parties, game release events, monthly socials, and team challenges.
• Benefits. Medical (HSA & FSA), dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan, commuter benefits, in‑house wellness program, broad learning & development opportunities, a charitable giving platform with company match and more!
• Perks. Fitness allowance, employee discount programs, free games & events, stocked pantries and the ability to earn up to $500+ per year for taking care of yourself and more!

Take‑Two Interactive Software, Inc. (“T2”) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, which means we are committed to creating and celebrating diverse thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds throughout our organization. Employment at T2 is based on substantive ability, objective qualifications, and work ethic – not an individual’s race, creed, color, religion, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence or sex offenses, reproductive health decision, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Please be aware that Take‑Two does not conduct job interviews or make job offers over third‑party messaging apps such as Telegram, WhatsApp, or others. Take‑Two also does not engage in any financial exchanges during the recruitment or onboarding process, and the Company will never ask a candidate for their personal or financial information over an app or other unofficial chat channel. Any attempt to do so may be the result of a scam or phishing exercise. Take‑twe??? Wait:

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