Remote Talent Acquisition Lead - Emerging Markets

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,992,000 - 2,988,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive executive-level comp.

Fully remote position

Health insurance & retirement plans

Home office setup allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Remote Talent Acquisition Lead to build and lead a global talent function for emerging markets. You will develop tailored recruitment strategies, mentor a high-performing remote team, and partner with business leaders across regions to forecast needs and shape hiring programs.

The role emphasizes diverse markets, strong employer branding, and data-driven decisions in a fast-paced, distributed environment. Fully remote with executive-level growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in talent acquisition with international focus.
• Experience building remote recruitment teams.
• Proven success developing recruitment strategies in fast-paced environments.
• Strong understanding of best practices, diversity, and employer branding.
• Leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with ATS platforms and recruitment tools.
• Bachelor's degree in HR/Business; MBA a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement TA strategies for emerging markets.
• Lead a remote team of recruiters and sourcers across regions.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment for all levels.
• Develop employer branding for diverse markets.
• Forecast talent needs with regional leadership.
• Implement recruitment technologies for a global remote workforce.
• Analyze data and report KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws in emerging markets.
• Build pipelines for critical roles.

Skills

Remote recruitment leadership

International recruitment

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

ATS platforms

Recruitment tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global FinTech company experiencing significant growth, is seeking an experienced and strategic Remote Talent Acquisition Lead to build and lead their talent acquisition function for emerging markets. This fully remote leadership role is critical for establishing robust recruitment processes and attracting top talent to support expansion efforts. You will be responsible for developing and executing tailored recruitment strategies, building a high-performing remote recruitment team, and fostering strong partnerships with business leaders across various regions. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of talent acquisition in diverse and challenging markets, capable of thriving in a fast-paced, geographically dispersed environment. This role offers unparalleled autonomy and the opportunity to shape the talent landscape for a rapidly evolving industry from your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies for emerging markets, aligning with business objectives.
• Build, lead, and mentor a remote team of recruiters and sourcers focused on specific regions.
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process for all levels, ensuring efficiency and a positive candidate experience.
• Develop and execute employer branding initiatives tailored to attract talent in diverse markets.
• Partner closely with regional leadership and hiring managers to forecast talent needs and implement effective staffing solutions.
• Implement and optimize recruitment technologies and processes suitable for a global, remote workforce.
• Analyze recruitment data and metrics to drive continuous improvement and report on key performance indicators.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and regulations in emerging markets.
• Cultivate a strong network of talent and build pipelines for critical roles.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with a significant focus on international recruitment and emerging markets.
• Proven experience in building and leading remote recruitment teams.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing recruitment strategies in complex, fast-paced environments.
• Strong understanding of talent acquisition best practices, diversity & inclusion, and employer branding.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with various ATS platforms and recruitment tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• Fluency in multiple languages relevant to emerging markets is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive executive-level compensation, including base salary, performance bonuses, and equity options.
• Fully remote position offering exceptional flexibility and work-life integration.
• Opportunity to build and lead a critical function for a rapidly expanding global FinTech company.
• Shape talent acquisition strategies for diverse and dynamic emerging markets.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Be part of an innovative and inclusive global team.