Director, Talent Acquisition

Why Ryan?Competitive Compensation and BenefitsHome Office StipendBusiness Connectivity Reimbursement (Phone/Internet)Gym Membership or Equipment ReimbursementLinkedIn Learning SubscriptionFlexible Work EnvironmentTuition Reimbursement After One Year of ServiceAccelerated Career PathAward-Winning Culture & Community OutreachThe Director, Talent Acquisition – Europe will lead and inspire a high-performing team of recruiters across the region, driving innovative strategies to attract and hire exceptional talent that fuels Ryan’s continued growth.This role will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of our recruiting function in Europe — from developing and mentoring a talented team, to building strong partnerships with business leaders, to executing creative sourcing and engagement strategies.The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in leading recruitment across multiple markets, with a focus on experienced tax professionals, early-career and graduate hiring, and corporate and operational talent. You’ll combine strategic vision with hands-on leadership to elevate our talent acquisition capability and deliver a best-in-class candidate and hiring manager experience.Duties and responsibilities, as they align to Ryan’s Key ResultsPeopleLeads, mentors, and develops the European Talent Acquisition team, setting clear goals and fostering a high-performance culture.Oversees training programs for recruiters, hiring managers, and interviewers to enhance recruiting capabilities and ensure an exceptional candidate experience.Ensures all regional hiring practices are fully compliant with UK and EU employment laws and regulations.Creates clear organizational objectives and invests in professional development for the TA team, enabling growth and succession within the function.ClientDesigns and delivers innovative recruitment strategies tailored to European markets to attract experienced tax professionals, early-career talent, and operational and corporate professionals.Builds a deep understanding of the competitive talent landscape across EMEA, proactively benchmarking against key competitors and market trends.Partners closely with business leaders across Europe to understand their strategic hiring needs, advising on talent availability, market conditions, and workforce planning.Oversees experienced-hire recruiting from industry and competitors, ensuring a strong talent pipeline across multiple European jurisdictions.Directs university relations and early-career programs in partnership with top European universities and professional associations to strengthen Ryan’s talent brand and future pipeline.Builds strategic relationships with professional networks, educational institutions, and recruitment partners throughout Europe to maintain a steady flow of qualified candidates.ValueDefines, tracks, and reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) for the European Talent Acquisition team, ensuring transparency and accountability in hiring outcomes.Collaborates in the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) process by advising on workforce planning, talent market insights, and hiring metrics such as time to hire and time to fill.Serves as a change agent within the HR and leadership community—continuously evaluating and improving recruitment practices for greater efficiency, inclusivity, and impact.Oversees full-cycle recruiting operations to ensure timely, compliant, and effective candidate engagement across the region.Manages the selection and engagement of recruitment vendors, agencies, and technology platforms to optimize performance and cost-effectiveness.Oversees candidate experience from application through offer, ensuring consistent communication and high close rates at the offer stage.Manages recruitment budgets and vendor contracts, ensuring optimal return on investment.Maintains accurate reporting, data integrity, and compliance within the applicant tracking system (Workday preferred).Supports additional projects and strategic initiatives as assigned to drive continuous improvement and alignment with global talent priorities.Education And ExperienceBachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) required with advanced graduate degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field preferred.PHR, SPHR or other related certification preferred.Minimum ten years related professional experience, which must include a meaningful leadership role in Human Resources involving daily interface with senior leadership, managing key initiatives, and performing (or responsible for the oversight) of talent acquisition activities.Other Required SkillsConsultative, collaborative, and relationship focused. A skillful team player with the ability to network effectively throughout the Firm, displaying articulate communication skills.Acts with credibility and integrity in all circumstances.Focused, proactive, positive, and driven;Thrives on achieving results and working toward break-through goals in a complex, ambiguous, and challenging environment.Demonstrated ability to negotiate with and influenceAble to lead, drive change management, and navigate others, working in a complex and rapidly changing organization.Computer SkillsTo perform this job successfully, an individual should have solid skills in Microsoft® Excel and Microsoft® Outlook, Microsoft® Word, and Internet navigation and research. Workday experience preferred.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesDirectly supervises employees in Talent Acquisition team and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Firm’s policies and applicable laws.Work EnvironmentStandard indoor working environment.Occasional long periods of sitting while working at computer.Occasional long periods of standing while attending college recruiting programs.Position requires regular interaction with employees at all levels of the Firm and interface with external vendors, university staff and faculty, and candidates at all levels.