director of talent acquisition

University of Minnesota

<div>Required Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree and 12 years of professional experience in Human Resources or a related field, including five years of management/supervision experience.</li><li>
Demonstrated success providing strategic leadership across multiple units, divisions, or colleges with competing priorities and independent hiring authority.</li><li>
Demonstrated success managing a recruitment portfolio that includes both high-volume staff positions and specialized, senior-level, or technical searches.</li><li>
Proven track record of building and mentoring recruiting teams capable of advising mid- and high-level leaders on best practices.</li><li>
Record of working collaboratively with colleagues at all levels in a large, complex organization to manage processes and advance initiatives.</li><li>
Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with multiple and diverse constituencies.</li><li>
Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem solving, presentation, and planning skills.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s Degree in Human Resources or Business preferred</li><li>
Experience in higher education or a large, complex public-sector environment is strongly preferred.</li><li>
Experience serving as a member of a leadership team with responsibility for contributing to institutional-level strategy and initiatives that extend beyond the Talent Acquisition function</li></ul> 
About the Job: 
The Director of Talent Acquisition leads the development and implementation of strategic recruitment plans to attract top-tier talent across academic and administrative units. Collaborates with leaders, department heads, and hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and ensure a diverse and inclusive hiring process. Oversees the entire recruitment lifecycle, from job posting to onboarding, ensuring a seamless candidate experience. Analyzes recruitment metrics and trends to continuously improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the talent acquisition process.
This position reports to the Vice President of Human Resources.
Location and Work environment: This is a hybrid position, requiring a minimum of 3 days on campus each week. 
Primary Responsibilities: 
Strategic Planning and Management: 45%<ul><li>
Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to meet the 
university&rsquo;s system-wide talent needs. Ensure these strategies align with the 
university&rsquo;s long-term goals and values and support college, campus, and unit 
needs.</li><li>
Develop process improvements and program initiatives that Integrate and align TA 
strategies with talent development and talent management strategies to support 
and enhance internal mobility and workforce optimization.</li><li>
Collaborate with and provide consultation to Senior Leaders, HR Leads, and other 
stakeholders to understand their talent needs and provide tailored solutions.</li><li>
Foster strong relationships across the university system to ensure a cohesive 
approach to talent acquisition.</li><li>
Accountable for implementation and management of talent acquisition compliance 
initiatives and strategies (e.g., University policies, local, state, and federal laws and 
regulations).</li><li>
Address and inform the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) 
audit, ensuring compliance.</li><li>
Monitor, assess, and mitigate risk.</li></ul> 
Recruitment Process Management: 20%<ul><li>
Design and manage a recruitment process that enhances the candidate experience 
and meets the university&rsquo;s hiring standards.</li><li>
Lead all aspects of talent acquisition for all employee groups.</li><li>
Promote and implement diversity and inclusion strategies within the recruitment 
process.</li><li>
Ensure that hiring practices are equitable and that the university attracts a diverse 
pool of candidates.</li><li>
Oversee the entire recruitment lifecycle, from job postings to candidate onboarding.</li><li>
Partner with internal marketing and communications team to ensure ongoing employment brand awareness and visibility</li></ul> 
Leadership and Team Management: 20%<ul><li>
Lead and mentor a team of TA professionals and TA managers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.</li><li>
Provide direction, support, and feedback to ensure the team&rsquo;s success.</li><li>
Provide leadership and guidance on the talent function to key stakeholders acrossthe University, including HR Leads, TACOP, and Talent Teams.</li></ul> 
Data Analysis and Reporting: 5%<ul><li>
Establish and analyze recruitment metrics and trends to identify areas for 
improvement.</li><li>
Provide regular reports and actionable insights to senior leadership to inform 
decision-making and enhance the effectiveness of talent acquisition efforts.</li></ul> 
The Office of Human Resources (OHR) at the University of Minnesota partners with the campus community to support a strong, diverse workforce that drives the University's mission. We are guided by a vision to create a workplace where people feel connected, supported, and successful. Our approach is grounded in our core values of integrity, service, innovation, collaboration, and responsibility.
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please use this link https://z.umn.edu/TADirector.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail Nakisha Smith, newe0033@umn.edu.
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America&rsquo;s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).</div>

Director of Talent Acquisition

Zoox

<div>
 We are seeking a
 
 Senior Director of Talent Acquisition
 
 to architect our global scaling strategy and lead a high-performing, 50+ person cross-functional organization.
 
 
 As a key member of the People Experience (PEx) leadership team, you will oversee the end-to-end talent lifecycle (from early career to executive search) ensuring our recruitment engine is a high-performance, scalable ecosystem. In this role, you will leverage innovative technology and visionary leadership to ensure our talent acquisition strategies remain as cutting-edge as our autonomous technology.
 
 
 
 In this role, you will...
 
 
 
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 Strategic Talent Architecture &amp; Vision: Create and execute Zoox&rsquo;s end-to-end talent strategy, both proactive and reactive external recruiting, encompassing company-wide hiring, which includes the university program, internal mobility initiatives, and executive recruiting.
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 Team Development &amp; Leadership: Lead a high-performing cross-functional recruiting organization of at least 50+, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability through dedicated mentorship, coaching, and a focus on continuous operational improvement
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 Operational Scaling &amp; Excellence : Engineer scalable talent processes, from initial sourcing to offer delivery, ensuring seamless, consistent candidate experience across all organizational levels and recruitment stages
 </li>
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 Talent Intelligence &amp; Data Storytelling: Establish a data-driven recruitment culture by architecting organization-wide reporting frameworks; translate complex talent metrics into high-impact narratives that empower executive leadership to optimize workforce planning and sourcing strategies
 </li>
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 Technology Enablement &amp; Innovation: Partner with the Manager of HR Technology to architect and evolve a scalable talent ecosystem and leverage AI as a strategic lever, driving enterprise-wide streamline and shifting organization&rsquo;s capacity toward high-impact human judgment and relationship-building.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strategic Partnership &amp; Executive Influence: Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the CEO, C-suite, and other senior business leaders, influencing talent-related decisions by aligning acquisition strategies with long-term workforce planning and business objectives.
 </li>
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 Organizational Leadership: Act as core partner on the People Experience (PEx) leadership team, contributing to the development and execution of a comprehensive, company-wide PEx strategy.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Team Leadership: 15+ years of TA leadership experience, including 3+ years at the Senior Director level leading organizations of 50+; proven expertise in a 'leader of leaders' model, managing 5+ direct report managers to drive high-performance cultures.
 </li>
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 Strategic Execution: Extensive experience developing and executing end-to-end talent strategies for top talent built on proven experience recruiting in a complex, high-growth technical environment (Autonomous Systems, AI/ML, Hardware).
 </li>
 <li>
 Change &amp; Operational Leadership : Data-driven decision-maker with track record designing and implementing talent ecosystems (e.g. KPIs, scorecards, and metrics) to optimize TA effectiveness; preferred experience of pioneering use of AI as a strategic lever.
 </li>
 <li>
 Executive Presence &amp; Influencing: Exceptional executive presence, with strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and present to C-level executives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaboration: Track record of building deep, trusted cross-functional relationships across all functional areas to drive a unified PEx strategy.
 </li>
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 Problem Solving: Proven ability to navigate ambiguity and fast-paced environments, excelling at thinking critically to solve complex organizational bottlenecks and taking decisive action in a high-stakes, evolving industry.
 </li>
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 Functional Expertise : Strong familiarity with the external technology talent market, with a deep understanding of emerging trends in talent acquisition and workforce planning (eg. VNDLY, Lever, Workday (WD), ServiceNow, and other industry-leading software platforms.)
 </li>
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 Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
 
 
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 </ul>
 $296,000 - $355,000 a year
 
 
 
 Base Salary Range
 
 
 
 There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.
 
 
 Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
 
 
 We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Senior Director, Talent Acquisition

Lila Sciences

<div>
 
 Your Impact at LILA
 
 
 
 Lila is building at the frontier of AI-driven science, and the quality of our team is the most important variable in our success. As Director of Talent Acquisition, you will lead a team of recruiters, sourcers, and TA Operations professionals maintaining a critically high talent bar across AI, Software, and Scientific hiring.
 
 
 You will set the strategic direction for how Lila finds, attracts, and closes exceptional talent in some of the most competitive markets in the world, designing interview processes, developing bespoke sourcing strategies, and building the metrics infrastructure to track what's working. You will also coach and mentor your team, raising the overall craft of the function.
 
 
 The right person is deeply curious about highly technical disciplines, well-networked across AI, Software, and Science talent communities, and driven to multiply the brilliance and culture of the company with every hire. You operate with high autonomy and are motivated by building a talent function that is itself a competitive advantage.
 
 
 
 What You'll Be Building
 
 
 
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 Lead and develop a team of recruiters, sourcers, and TA Operations professionals, setting high standards for performance, craft, and candidate experience
 </li>
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 Own full-cycle recruiting strategy across the entire company, scaling the organization across multiple technical disciplines, functions, and geographies
 </li>
 <li>
 Design and continuously improve interview processes, sourcing strategies, and closing approaches for highly technical and competitive roles
 </li>
 <li>
 Build and deploy AI-powered tools and custom sourcing methodologies that raise the ceiling on how Lila recruits, and socialize best practices up to and including the C-suite
 </li>
 <li>
 Build and manage recruiting metrics and reporting infrastructure to track pipeline health, conversion rates, time-to-fill, and quality of hire
 </li>
 <li>
 Serve as a thought partner to senior leadership on talent market trends, hiring forecasts, and team-building strategy
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Need To Succeed
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 10+ years of recruiting experience, with at least 3 years building and leading high-performing TA teams in a fast-growing company
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated success developing recruiter capability, raising the bar on sourcing craft, candidate quality, and team-wide performance
 </li>
 <li>
 Deep technical recruiting expertise across multiple of the following: AI/ML, Software Engineering, Scientific research
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven ability to scale a recruiting function across disciplines, geographies, and role types as a company grows
 </li>
 <li>
 Track record of building and deploying AI-powered tools and custom sourcing methodologies that give the team a structural advantage
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong command of recruiting metrics and the ability to translate data into team priorities and hiring strategy
 </li>
 <li>
 Advises senior leadership and hiring managers on talent strategy and how to build world-class teams at scale
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Bonus Points For
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience scaling TA functions at high-growth companies from early stage through significant organizational expansion
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with the talent landscape in AI, biotech, or deep tech
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience recruiting internationally or building multi-region hiring pipelineS
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 CompensationWe offer competitive base compensation with bonus potential and generous early-stage equity. Your final offer will reflect your background, expertise, and expected impact.U.S. Benefits. Full-time U.S. employees receive a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life and disability insurance; flexible time off with generous company wide holidays; paid parental leave; an educational assistance program; commuter benefits, including bike share memberships for office based employees; and a company subsidized lunch program.International Benefits. Full-time employees outside the U.S. receive a comprehensive benefits program tailored to their region. USD salary ranges apply only to U.S.-based positions; international salaries are set to local market.
 
 
 Expected Base Salary Range: $168,000 USD - $272,000 USD
 
 
 
 About LILA
 
 
 
 Lila Sciences is building Scientific Superintelligence&trade; to solve humankind's greatest challenges. We believe science is the most inspiring frontier for AI. Rather than hard-coding expert knowledge into tools, LILA builds systems that can learn for themselves.
 
 
 LILA combines advanced AI models with proprietary AI Science Factory&trade; instruments into an operating system for science that executes the entire scientific method autonomously, accelerating discovery at unprecedented speed, scale, and impact across medicine, materials, and energy. Learn more at www.lila.ai.
 
 
 Guided by our core values of truth, trust, curiosity, grit, and velocity, we move with startup speed while tackling problems of historic importance. If this sounds like an environment you'd love to work in, even if you don't meet every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply.
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re All In
 
 
 
 Lila Sciences is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
 
 
 Information you provide during your application process will be handled in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Policy.
 
 
 
 A Note to Agencies
 
 
 
 
 Lila Sciences does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to Lila Sciences or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by Lila Science&rsquo;s internal Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Lila Sciences, and Lila Sciences will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.
 
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Director / Senior Director, Talent Acquisition

GEICO

<div>
 
 At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.
 
 
 
 
 Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive through relentless innovation to exceed our customers&rsquo; expectations while making a real impact for our company through our shared purpose.
 
 
 
 
 When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported and proud to work here. That&rsquo;s why we offer The GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards and Great Careers.
 
 
 
 As the Senior Director, Talent Acquisition Enablement and Operations you will drive scalability, optimization, and operational excellence across our global talent acquisition function. This role will be instrumental in building and evolving the systems, processes, and tools that enable our recruiting teams to operate efficiently and effectively as we continue to scale our workforce strategically across key geographies.
 
 
 Reporting to the Head of Talent as a key member of the Talent leadership team, you will partner closely with recruiting leaders, Finance, HRBPs, People Operations, and technology teams to optimize our talent acquisition technology stack, drive data-driven decision making, and lead critical change management initiatives that support our evolving hiring strategy.
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Do
 
 
 
 Enablement
 
 
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 Design, implement, and continuously optimize talent acquisition processes, workflows, and systems to drive efficiency, consistency, and scalability across global recruiting operations
 </li>
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 Drive change management for major talent acquisition transformations, including communication planning, stakeholder engagement, training development, and adoption tracking
 </li>
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 Lead talent acquisition enablement initiatives including recruiter onboarding, ongoing training programs, process documentation, and the creation of resources that enable teams to execute effectively
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Reporting &amp; Analytics
 
 
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 Partner with People Tech to configure workflows, build reporting capabilities, and ensure seamless integration with Workday HRIS
 </li>
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 Build and maintain comprehensive reporting and analytics frameworks that provide visibility into recruiting metrics, capacity planning, and operational performance across regions and functions
 </li>
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 Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement, leveraging technology to reduce manual work and increase recruiter productivity
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Vendor Management
 
 
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 Manage vendor relationships and evaluate new tools and technologies to enhance talent acquisition capabilities
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 Provide end-to-end support for vendor enablement and management inclusive of vendor decision making, engagement, enablement, and relationship management.
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 Development of project charter, documentation of requirements, and support through deal review/business justification decks
 
 
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 </ul>
 Emerging Talent Programs
 
 
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 Lead workforce and talent planning for emerging careers, including annual demand collection, requisition strategy, intern‑to‑FTE conversion planning, and budget alignment in partnership with key stakeholders
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 Oversee sourcing, selection, and conversion strategies to deliver a strong, inclusive candidate experience and high‑quality early career hires globally
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 Drive early talent strategies through impactful branding, event planning, intern programming, ambassador training, digital outreach, and high-touch candidate engagement.
 </li>
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 Establish and maintain pipelines with diverse colleges, universities, and professional organizations to attract underrepresented talent.
 
 
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 </ul>
 People Leadership
 
 
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 Lead, manage and coach a distributed Enablement, Operations and Candidate Experience team
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 Partner with Finance, HRBP and People Operations teams to ensure alignment between talent acquisition systems, workforce planning processes, and organizational design initiatives
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Bring
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 10+ years of progressive leadership experience, including leading people managers and geographically distributed teams, in talent acquisition operations, enablement, or related roles supporting recruiting at scale
 </li>
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 Proven track record of developing and implementing strategic talent initiatives in dynamic environments.
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 Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
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 Strong knowledge of compliance, HR best practices, and change management principles.
 </li>
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 Strong working knowledge of Workday HRIS with experience integrating recruiting and HR systems
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 Demonstrated track record of building scalable processes and systems from the ground up in high-growth environments
 </li>
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 Exceptional change management skills with experience leading organizational transformations and driving adoption of new processes or tools
 </li>
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 Strong analytical capabilities with experience building reporting frameworks, analyzing recruiting metrics, and translating data into actionable insights
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 Excellent project management skills with ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously, utilizing strong communication skills (written and verbal)
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 Collaborative partnership approach with ability to influence stakeholders at all levels without direct authority
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 Systems thinking mindset with ability to see connections between processes, tools, and organizational strategy
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 Comfort with ambiguity and ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment
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 Demonstrated track record of building scalable processes and systems from the ground up in high-growth environments
 </li>
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 Exceptional change management skills with experience leading organizational transformations and driving adoption of new processes or tools
 </li>
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 Strong analytical capabilities with experience building reporting frameworks, analyzing recruiting metrics, and translating data into actionable insights
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Annual Salary
 
 
 
 $195,000.00 - $315,000.00
 
 
 The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate&rsquo;s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.
 
 
 At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
 
 
 
 The GEICO Pledge
 
 
 
 
 Great Company:
 
 At GEICO, we help our customers through life&rsquo;s twists and turns. Our mission is to protect people when they need it most and we&rsquo;re constantly evolving to stay ahead of their needs.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re an iconic brand that thrives on innovation, exceeding our customers&rsquo; expectations and enabling our collective success. From day one, you&rsquo;ll take on exciting challenges that help you grow and collaborate with dynamic teams who want to make a positive impact on people&rsquo;s lives.
 
 
 
 Great Careers:
 
 We offer a career where you can learn, grow, and thrive through personalized development programs, created with your career &ndash; and your potential &ndash; in mind. You&rsquo;ll have access to industry leading training, certification assistance, career mentorship and coaching with supportive leaders at all levels.
 
 
 
 Great Culture:
 
 We foster an inclusive culture of shared success, rooted in integrity, a bias for action and a winning mindset. Grounded by our core values, we have an an established culture of caring, inclusion, and belonging, that values different perspectives. Our teams are led by dynamic, multi-faceted teams led by supportive leaders, driven by performance excellence and unified under a shared purpose.
 
 
 As part of our culture, we also offer employee engagement and recognition programs that reward the positive impact our work makes on the lives of our customers.
 
 
 
 Great Rewards:
 
 We offer compensation and benefits built to enhance your physical well-being, mental and emotional health and financial future.
 
 
 <ul>
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 Comprehensive Total Rewards program that offers personalized coverage tailor-made for you and your family&rsquo;s overall well-being.
 </li>
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 Financial benefits including market-competitive compensation; a 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match; performance and recognition-based incentives; and tuition assistance.
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 Access to additional benefits like mental healthcare as well as fertility and adoption assistance.
 </li>
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 Supports flexibility- We provide workplace flexibility as well as our GEICO Flex program, which offers the ability to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.
 
 
 GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.
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Senior Director, Talent Acquisition Enablement and Operations

Experts Group International

<div>
 
 
 Human Resources Director
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Overview:
 
 
 We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Director to lead the HR function for a growing construction business based in Dubai. This role will focus heavily on talent acquisition, workforce planning, compensation and benefits strategy, and building scalable HR frameworks to support project-based operations across the UAE and wider region.
 
 
 The HR Director will act as a strategic partner to executive leadership, ensuring the organisation attracts, develops, and retains top-tier talent while maintaining compliance with UAE labour laws and industry regulations.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 1. Talent Acquisition &amp; Workforce Planning
 
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 Develop and implement a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy aligned with business growth and project pipeline demands.
 </li>
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 Lead high-volume recruitment across technical, engineering, project management, and corporate functions.
 </li>
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 Build strong talent pipelines for critical construction roles (e.g., project directors, engineers, quantity surveyors, site managers).
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish employer branding initiatives to position the company as an employer of choice within the construction sector.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee recruitment partners, agencies, and international hiring campaigns where required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Implement workforce planning models to ensure manpower forecasting aligns with project timelines.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 2. Compensation &amp; Benefits
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Design and implement competitive compensation and benefits frameworks aligned with market benchmarks in the UAE construction industry.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead salary benchmarking exercises and ensure internal equity across roles and geographies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop incentive schemes linked to project performance and business outcomes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee benefits administration including health insurance, allowances, bonuses, and expatriate packages.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with WPS (Wage Protection System) and UAE Labour Law requirements.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 3. HR Strategy &amp; Leadership
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop and execute the overall HR strategy in alignment with business objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish HR policies, procedures, and governance frameworks suitable for a project-driven environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead organisational design initiatives to support business expansion.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on people-related matters.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 4. Employee Relations &amp; Compliance
 
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 <li>
 Ensure full compliance with UAE Labour Law and regulatory requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee employee relations matters including disciplinary processes and conflict resolution.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop retention and engagement strategies to reduce turnover across site-based and corporate employees.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 5. Performance Management &amp; Development
 
 <ul>
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 Implement performance management frameworks aligned with KPIs and project milestones.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support leadership development and succession planning initiatives.
 </li>
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 Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and high performance.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Candidate Profile
 
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 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master&rsquo;s degree preferred).
 </li>
 <li>
 12+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within construction, engineering, or infrastructure sectors.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong expertise in talent acquisition within project-based environments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience designing compensation and benefits frameworks in the UAE market.
 </li>
 <li>
 In-depth knowledge of UAE Labour Law and HR compliance requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience managing multi-site or geographically dispersed workforces.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Professional HR certification (CIPD, SHRM, or equivalent) preferred.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
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Human Resources Director

Integrated Services for Behavioral Health

<div>We are seeking a Director, Talent Acquisition and Development!
Join our team!
Integrated Services for Behavioral Health (ISBH) is a community-minded, forward-thinking behavioral health organization helping people along the road to health and well-being. We meet people in their homes and communities and help connect them to the resources they need. We serve Southeastern and Central Ohio with a comprehensive array of behavioral health and other services &ndash; working with local partners to promote healthy people and strong communities. All of our services are intended to be collaborative and personalized for the individual.
The Director of Talent &amp; Development is responsible for building and sustaining the organization&rsquo;s people pipeline, overseeing talent acquisition, onboarding, learning and development, leadership growth, and workforce partnerships.
This role integrates recruiting and development into a unified strategy that strengthens workforce readiness, retention, and leadership capacity while supporting organizational growth and change. 
 
The salary range for this position is $117,250.00 to $142,927.10 per year based on experience.
Essential Functions:
Talent Acquisition &amp; Staffing Strategy
<ul><li>Leads recruitment strategy and execution for all positions across the organization.</li>
<li>Demonstrated expertise in executing both traditional and strategic talent management strategies.</li>
<li>Sound knowledge of employment programs, policies, laws, and regulations</li>
<li>Develops scalable hiring infrastructure to support high-volume, enterprise-level recruiting.</li>
<li>Provides guidance and expertise on staffing strategies and the acquisition of key talent.</li>
<li>Strengthens employer branding, candidate experience, and hiring outcomes.</li>
<li>Works collaboratively across the HR organization, partnering with HR leaders to align and strengthen processes and execution.</li>
</ul>
Onboarding &amp; Workforce Readiness
<ul><li>Oversees onboarding programs to ensure new hire readiness, engagement, and early success.</li>
<li>Aligns onboarding with compliance requirements, role expectations, and organizational culture.</li>
<li>Partners with operations to reduce early turnover and accelerate productivity.</li>
</ul>
Learning &amp; Development
<ul><li>Develop and implement a cohesive enterprise learning and leadership strategy aligned with Strategic Initiatives and organizational priorities.</li>
<li>Builds strong partnerships with departments and leaders to support, coordinate, and monitor training efforts, ensuring compliance, role-based, clinical, and professional development content is effectively delivered and completed.</li>
<li>Oversees training delivery, LMS administration, instructional design, and curriculum development.</li>
<li>Evaluates training effectiveness and ensures alignment with strategic priorities and performance needs.</li>
</ul>
Leadership Development, Succession &amp; Performance Growth
<ul><li>Designs and implements leadership development programs aligned with organizational values and future needs.</li>
<li>Supports performance management frameworks and leadership capability development.</li>
<li>Identifies high-potential talent and builds internal pipelines for succession and growth.</li>
</ul>
Organizational Change &amp; Workforce Development
<ul><li>Partners with executive leadership on organizational change initiatives impacting people, structure, and workforce readiness.</li>
<li>Develops strategies to align people, processes, and systems to improve engagement, retention, and job satisfaction.</li>
</ul>
Workforce Partnerships &amp; Internship Programs
<ul><li>Leads workforce partnerships, internships, and externship programs.</li>
<li>Builds relationships with educational institutions and external partners.</li>
<li>Ensures programs are structured, compliant, and contribute to long-term talent pipelines.</li>
</ul>
Analytics and Management
<ul><li>Tracks talent and development metrics, including but not limited to time-to-fill, retention, onboarding effectiveness, and leadership pipeline health.</li>
<li>Reports metrics to senior leaders and discusses trends and responses to the data.</li>
<li>Manages the Talent &amp; Development budget.</li>
<li>Directly supervises leaders in Talent Acquisition, Learning &amp; Development, and Workforce Initiatives.</li>
</ul>
Minimum Requirements:
<ul><li>A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field is required.</li>
<li>A master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field is preferred.</li>
<li>PHR/SHRM-CP or SPHR/SHRM-SCP preferred.</li>
<li>8 years of experience in talent acquisition, learning &amp; development, or workforce development is required.</li>
<li>5 years of leadership experience in talent acquisition, learning &amp; development, workforce development, or a related field is required.</li>
<li>Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or other mission-driven service organizations strongly preferred.</li>
<li>Demonstrated success in building recruiting, onboarding, and development systems at scale.</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal, analytical, and strategic communication skills.</li>
<li>Proven knowledge of human resources functions, laws, and regulations.</li>
<li>Knowledge of strategic relationship building and conflict resolution is required.</li>
<li>Demonstrated strong leadership and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Able to effectively communicate through verbal/written expression.</li>
<li>Travel within designated service areas.</li>
<li>Must be able to operate in an Internet-based, automated office environment.</li>
</ul>
Enjoy a great work environment with an excellent salary, generous paid time off, and a strong benefits package.
Benefits include:
<ul><li>Medical</li>
<li>Dental</li>
<li>Vision</li>
<li>Short-term Disability</li>
<li>Long-term Disability</li>
<li>401K w/ Employer Match</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides support and resources to help you and your family with a range of issues.</li>
</ul>
To learn more about our organization: https://ISBH.org/
OUR MISSION 
Delivering exceptional care through connection
OUR VALUES 
Dignity - We meet people where they are on their journey with respect and hope
Collaboration - We listen to understand and ask how we can best support the people and communities we serve
Wellbeing - We celebrate one another's strengths, and we support one another in being well
Excellence - We demand high-quality care for those we serve, and are a leader in how we care for one another as a team
Innovation - We deeply value a range of perspectives and experiences, knowing it is what inspires us to stretch past where we are and reach towards what we know is possible
We&rsquo;re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.</div>

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