About the job
In the fast-paced world of talent acquisition, the challenge often lies not in the effort of recruiters, but in the inability of hiring processes to keep up with rapidly shifting business needs. Our client, a leader in the recruiting landscape, is seeking a Talent Acquisition Leader who can transform the hiring ecosystem rather than merely overseeing recruiters.
Key Challenges to Address:
Ambiguous Workforce Priorities: Although roles may receive approval, the absence of clear prioritization for critical positions leads to overwhelmed teams and prolonged hiring timelines.
Inadequate Support for Hiring Managers: Inconsistencies in interviewing processes, fluctuating expectations, and the loss of top candidates are common issues.
Inefficient Hiring Processes: Excessive steps that lack value slow down the hiring journey, while too few decisive moments hinder effective decision-making.
Late Involvement of Talent Acquisition: Recruitment efforts often begin post-decision-making, rather than influencing the direction of hiring strategies.
Responsibilities of This Role:
- Developing workforce planning and hiring strategies
- Enhancing the structure and performance of the recruiting team
- Equipping hiring managers with the necessary tools and alignment
- Creating effective sourcing and channel strategies
- Analyzing hiring metrics to drive operational enhancements
Ideal Candidate Profile:
We are eager to connect with Talent Acquisition leaders who have:
- Demonstrated success in building or refining hiring functions
- Experience leading recruiting teams across diverse functions or regions
- Collaborated closely with leadership on workforce planning initiatives
- Introduced structured approaches in dynamic environments
- Effectively balanced the pace of hiring with quality outcomes
Typical backgrounds include:
- Regional Head of Talent Acquisition
- Talent Acquisition Director
- Senior TA Leader within high-growth organizations
If you are passionate about influencing business decisions through talent acquisition rather than merely executing hiring processes, we would love to hear from you.
Our Commitment:
At Getsubstance, we prioritize authentic connections over simply filling vacancies. If your profile matches our criteria, expect to hear from us within 1-2 weeks. If not, we appreciate your interest and will consider you for future opportunities. We strive to foster meaningful partnerships, ensuring that when the right role arises, we can make it impactful.

