Senior Talent Partner, Operations

Vay; Las Vegas, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP stock options

Flexible vacation days

401(k) programme

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Gym access & wellness app

Job summary

Vay in Las Vegas is seeking a Senior Talent Partner, Operations to own high-volume hiring for Remote Drivers, Safety Drivers, Field Support Agents and more. You’ll build strong pipelines, partner with Operations leaders, and drive data-driven hiring plans at speed in a fast-growing mobility company.

You’ll leverage AI and automation to streamline sourcing, screening, and selection, and champion a candidate-focused process while scaling the team to meet demand in Las Vegas and beyond.

Qualifications

• Experience owning high-volume, frontline hiring in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven track record of scaling operations teams.
• Strong data-driven decision making and use of recruiting metrics.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end hiring across Operations roles, including Remote Drivers and Field Support.
• Build and manage high-volume candidate pipelines with strong quality and experience.
• Partner with Operations leaders to translate workforce needs into hiring plans.
• Leverage AI and automation to streamline sourcing, screening, and selection at scale.
• Act as a trusted partner to hiring managers and represent Vay positively in all candidate interactions.

Skills

High-volume hiring

Stakeholder management

AI and automation

Recruiting analytics

Candidate experience

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

ATS software

Job description

# Senior Talent Partner, Operations*Las Vegas, Nevada, United States*Ever imagined saying, “I helped launch the future of transportation”?We’re rewriting the rules of urban mobility. At Vay, customers tap a button and a car arrives – with no one inside – powered by our world-first Remote Driving technology on real public streets.We’re live in Las Vegas and scaling fast, powered by a strategic investment of up to $410 million from Grab. Our mission is simple: replace private car ownership with a faster, cleaner, door-to-door mobility model. If you want to build something real, visible, and genuinely transformative, you’ll feel right at home here.**Curious to experience Vay yourself? Use the code *VAYCANDIDATE* for $10 off your first trip in Las Vegas! Download the “Vay” app from the Apple or Google Play store & off you go!**#### **What’s happening at Vay*** First to roll out vehicles in both Europe and the USA on public roads without a human being inside & currently the 2nd largest commercial, driverless car fleet in the Western World.* We’ve partnered with Kodiak to bring remote-driving technology to autonomous trucks in the US, showcasing our ability to integrate our system into heavy-duty commercial vehicles and expand the applications of our tech across the US.* We’ve completed 10’s of thousands of trips so far and are busy multiplying our Las Vegas fleet just to meet demand!* **...And soon we’ll be expanding across the US & Europe **We’re looking for a **Senior Talent Partner, Operations** to help build the teams behind that growth.You’ll own fast-paced, high-volume hiring across some of our most critical Operations roles, including **Remote Drivers, Safety Drivers, Field Support Agents, Remote Truck Drivers and more**. Hiring demand moves quickly here, and your ability to build great pipelines and get the right people through the door will directly impact how fast Vay can scale.We need more than someone who can run a recruitment process. We’re looking for a **builder and a doer**: someone who spots problems, works out what’s causing them and takes ownership of finding a solution. You’ll use AI and automation to work smarter, challenge processes that aren’t working and continuously look for better ways to hire at scale.## ***What you’ll be driving***### High-Volume Operations Hiring* Own end-to-end hiring across our Operations organisation, with a major focus on roles including Remote Drivers, Safety Drivers, Field Support Agents and Remote Truck Drivers.* Build and manage high-volume candidate pipelines while maintaining a high bar for quality, speed and candidate experience.* Partner closely with Operations leaders to translate changing workforce requirements into clear hiring plans.* Develop sourcing strategies that give us access to the talent we need as our Las Vegas operation and future markets scale.* Use recruiting data to understand funnel performance, identify bottlenecks and continuously improve conversion, quality and hiring velocity.### Building Smarter Ways to Hire* Make **AI and automation part of how you work every day**, using technology to remove repetitive work and make yourself and the wider team more effective.* Continuously improve how we source, screen, assess, schedule and hire candidates at scale.* Spot problems, understand their root cause and **bring solutions rather than simply highlighting what’s wrong**.* Experiment with new tools and approaches, turning what works into scalable processes for the wider Talent team.* Create structure where it’s needed while staying comfortable operating in a fast-moving environment where priorities will change.### Talent Partnership* Build trusted relationships with Operations leaders and become someone they rely on for both hiring execution and advice.* Bring data, market insight and recommendations to hiring conversations rather than simply taking requirements.* Be a genuine **team player,** sharing what works, jumping in when others need support and prioritising the success of the wider team* Bring a positive, constructive mentality. When something isn’t working, your energy goes into figuring out how we make it better.* Represent Vay exceptionally in every candidate interaction and be a genuine ambassador for our culture internally & externally.## ***What are we looking for**** Strong experience owning **high-volume, frontline, Operations or similarly fast-paced hiring**.* A track record of delivering significant hiring volumes without sacrificing candidate quality or experience.* A genuinely **solution-oriented mindset,** you naturally move from identifying a problem to figuring out what we should do about it.* Strong evidence of using **AI and automation to make your work faster, smarter or more effective**. We care about what you’ve actually done with it, not just which tools you’ve tried.* A bias towards action and the ability to get things moving without waiting for perfect information or perfect processes.* Strong analytical instincts and the ability to use recruiting data to understand what needs attention.* A **team-first, positive mentality** and a willingness to jump in wherever you can make an impact.* Strong stakeholder-management skills and the confidence to challenge constructively when you see a better way.* Willingness to work **on-site in Las Vegas** and stay close to the Operations teams you’re hiring for.#### ***Why choose Vay*** A global team of smart, motivated people from 30+ countries who love tackling hard problems and turning bold ideas into reality. Huge scope for impact in a fast paced environment ESOP stock options: A stake in Vay’s future – not just a salary. Flexible Paid Vacation Days 401(k) programme Health, Dental & Vision Insurance All Vay team members receive 30% off their Vay rides Wellness Hub free gym access & wellness app subscriptions Exclusive external discounts Relocation financial assistance when relocating to Las Vegas Regular team events throughout the yearFor more information on Vay’s physical demands, working environments and safety requirements, you can review this link. We’ll also cover anything specific to this role during the first interview.We’d love to stay connected for future opportunities, so feel free to include your LinkedIn profile when you apply.We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. If you’re excited about shaping something truly groundbreaking, we’d be happy to hear from you.