Head of Recruitment

About the TeamThe Recruitment Department is the key element of our growth, focused on strategically securing the specialized IT workforce necessary to meet our dynamic organizational needs. Our primary objective is to ensure a sustainable supply of qualified talent, maintaining the high standards required for our projects. We are dedicated to delivering a seamless, transparent, and respectful experience for every candidate and hiring manager, ultimately building a high-performing team that shares our dedication to excellence and collaborative success.Job SummaryAs a Head of Recruitment, you will be reporting to the Director of HR & Recruiting and be responsible for driving and perfecting the recruitment strategies for a range of positions, with a strong emphasis on tech talent, initially concentrated in Ukraine but with an eye toward scaling our presence internationally. This role focuses on the efficient execution of hiring plans, ensuring a seamless and effective recruitment process from start to finish. You will manage a centralized team of recruiters, empowering them to attract, assess, and secure top IT talent for our business needs. This role requires a blend of strategic foresight, operational excellence, strong leadership, and an in-depth understanding of the specific demands and technologies within the IT talent market.Duties and ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, and continuously optimize recruitment strategies, policies, and procedures to meet the company's dynamic hiring needs, particularly for tech and specialized roles. This includes defining sourcing channels, interview processes, and candidate assessment methodologiesLead the execution of hiring plans, ensuring alignment with business growth objectives and workforce planningDrive continuous improvement in recruitment processes, leveraging technology (ATS, AI-powered tools) to enhance efficiency, reduce time-to-hire, and improve the quality of hireStay abreast of industry trends, talent market dynamics, competitor activities, and compensation benchmarks in the tech sector to inform recruitment strategies and ensure competitive positioningBuild and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with hiring managers and department heads, acting as a trusted advisor on recruitment best practices, market insights, and talent acquisition strategiesPartner with HR Business Partners, Employer Branding, Finance, Legal, and other internal departments to ensure seamless integration of recruitment efforts with broader HR and business objectivesManage relationships with external recruitment agencies, executive search firms, and recruitment technology providers, ensuring service quality and cost-effectivenessRepresent the company at industry conferences, tech meetups, university career fairs, and other recruitment events to build networks and attract passive candidates. Cooperate with Employer Branding to build the company's reputation as a desirable place to work and create better talent poolsAnalyze recruitment data and metrics to identify trends, pinpoint areas for improvement, and provide regular, insightful reports to senior leadership on recruitment performance, challenges, and forecasts. Be able to provide ad-hoc reportsContribute to the recruitment budget planning process and ensure adherence to allocated resourcesRecruit, lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team of recruiters. This includes setting clear performance expectations, providing ongoing coaching, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learningQualifications and Skills7+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources and Recruitment, in particular3+ years in a leadership role, managing and developing recruitment teams and building effective collaboration with stakeholdersProven specialization or deep understanding of Technical/IT Recruitment. Experience hiring for roles like Software Engineers (Backend, Frontend, Fullstack), Data Scientists, Hardware Engineers, UX/UI Designers, QA Engineers, Cybersecurity, etc.Expert-level understanding and hands-on experience managing end-to-end recruitment processes, from requisition to offer acceptance and onboardingDeep knowledge in advanced sourcing techniques for niche and passive tech talentStrong ability to define, track, analyze, and report on key recruitment KPIsExpert proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) (e.g., Greenhouse, Workday)Strong project management skills to lead and implement recruitment initiatives, system upgrades, or process improvementsIn-depth understanding of the Ukrainian tech market and current recruitment trends in it, with the ability to anticipate market shifts and adapt recruitment strategies accordinglyDemonstrated intellectual curiosity and practical experience with AI tools, Generative AI, with a clear focus on their application in RecruitmentAdvanced English and Ukrainian language skills (spoken and written) to effectively communicate with diverse teams and stakeholders across regionsNice to haveAdvanced interviewing and assessment methodologies, including behavioural interviewing, technical interviewing frameworks, and structured interview processesSolid understanding of market compensation trends, ability to benchmark salaries, and experience in negotiating complex compensation packages for tech rolesFamiliarity with the talent landscape and market dynamics of the European tech industry will be a plusProficiency in Polish or Czech will be a plusKnowledge of basic Python is a plusWe offer multiple benefits that includeThe environment of equal opportunities, transparent and value-based corporate culture, and an individual approach to each team memberCompetitive compensation and perksGig-contract21 paid vacation days per year, paid public holidays according to Ukrainian legislationDevelopment opportunities like corporate courses, knowledge hubs, and free English classes, as well as educational leavesMedical insurance is provided from day one. Sick leaves and medical leaves are availableRemote working mode is available within Ukraine onlyFree meals, fruits, and snacks when working in the office.