Talent Acquisition Manager for Global Sales

ey Responsibilities**

1. Strategic Hiring Planning

Develop and execute robust hiring strategies aligned with business needs.

Oversee demand forecasting, project timelines, recruiter capacity planning, and delivery milestones across the region.

2. Talent Market Intelligence

Analyze market trends and talent insights to inform hiring decisions.

Act as a key advisor to business stakeholders on workforce trends and talent availability.

3. Team Leadership

Lead and inspire a team of recruiters, fostering a high-performance culture.

Provide coaching, mentorship, and support to enhance individual and team capabilities.

4. Agile Talent Acquisition

Drive agile recruitment practices including sprint planning, velocity tracking, and continuous improvement.

Monitor performance against KPIs and proactively address delivery blockers.

5. Servant Leadership

Promote open communication and alignment across HR and business units.

Champion transparency, collaboration, and trust across stakeholder groups.

6. Stakeholder Engagement

Build strong partnerships with hiring managers and senior business leaders.

Provide regular updates on hiring progress, address escalations, and maintain clear, consistent communication.

7. Data-Driven Decision Making

Establish, track, and report on recruitment performance metrics.

Use insights to refine strategies, improve time-to-fill, and enhance candidate experience.

Required education

None

Preferred education

None

Required technical and professional expertise

Minimum 5 years of experience in recruiting management

Strong analytical skills with experience in data-driven decision-making

Proven business acumen, judgment, and strategic thinking

Excellent negotiation and influencing abilities

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Minimum 3 years of experience in consulting or partnering with senior leaders

Exceptional time and project management skills

Fluent in English and Japanese

Preferred technical and professional experience

Experience with Agile methodologies (e.g., sprints, retrospectives)

Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and professional development

Strong digital presence and commitment to Digital Eminence

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