Head of Talent Acquisition

Responsibilities

• Build and develop the Talent Acquisition function with a focus on systematic, efficient, and scalable processes
• Manage the recruiting team (currently 5 recruiters, with plans for expansion)
• Develop and implement unified standards for candidate search, assessment, and hiring
• Optimize and automate recruitment processes, including ATS/CRM implementation and analytical tools
• Build effective sourcing strategies and candidate attraction channels
• Manage recruitment for both mass and niche/expert roles
• Develop international recruitment and attract foreign specialists
• Formulate and develop the Employer Value Proposition (EVP)
• Build an academic recruitment system for teaching and scientific staff
• Implement HR analytics and regular reporting (Time to Hire, Offer Acceptance Rate, Candidate Experience, Cost per Hire)
• Collaborate with stakeholders and department heads to define hiring needs

Requirements

• Experience managing a Recruitment or Talent Acquisition function
• Experience building or transforming recruitment processes
• Understanding of modern recruitment automation tools (ATS/CRM, analytical platforms)
• Experience managing high volumes of vacancies and rapid hiring rates
• Strong analytical skills with experience in metrics and reporting
• English language proficiency at B2 level or higher

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in international recruitment
• Experience in the education, science, or related sectors