Head of Talent

About the role

Profound is at the forefront of developing an analytics and automation platform tailored for the AI search landscape, assisting prominent brands in adapting to innovative models like ChatGPT and Perplexity. We are on the lookout for our inaugural Head of Talent, a role that will spearhead our recruiting initiatives as we plan to significantly increase our workforce in the coming year. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a building environment and can enhance our hiring framework while upholding a high standard of excellence.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Oversee the complete recruiting lifecycle, encompassing everything from candidate sourcing and pipeline development to offer negotiations, all aimed at supporting our ambitious headcount growth.
• Develop and maintain analytical dashboards to monitor pipeline health, time-to-fill metrics, and the quality of hires for leadership roles.
• Partner with founders and department leaders to translate growth objectives into actionable hiring strategies and effective interview scorecards.
• Implement standardized debriefing practices and calibrated interview panels to guarantee consistent hiring quality as the organization scales.
• Enhance our employer branding and top-of-funnel strategies to draw in exceptional talent.
• Establish the framework for international recruitment, including optimizing our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and ensuring compliance, while expanding the internal talent acquisition team.
• Stay actively involved by personally sourcing and securing candidates for critical leadership and P0 roles.
• Lead initiatives to foster a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process, ensuring alignment with our company values.
• Analyze recruitment metrics regularly to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes to enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create compelling recruitment campaigns that resonate with our target audience.
• Mentor and guide junior recruiters, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the talent acquisition team.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in scaling a talent acquisition function within a rapidly growing startup, particularly during phases of significant headcount growth.
• A strong analytical orientation, with the capacity to approach hiring as an engineering challenge focused on optimizing funnels, conversion rates, and forecasting.
• Ability to excel in a dynamic and ambiguous environment where building processes from the ground up is essential.
• A direct communication style coupled with a approach to both candidate and employee experiences.
• Familiarity with managing a contemporary recruiting and HR technology stack, ensuring efficient operations.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies that align with business goals.

Nice to have

• Experience in the tech industry, particularly within AI or related fields.
• Knowledge of international labor laws and regulations to facilitate global hiring.
• Familiarity with employer branding strategies and their implementation in a competitive market.
• Previous experience in a leadership role within talent acquisition or human resources.

Skills & tools

• Proficiency in ATS and HRIS platforms
• Expertise in sourcing tools and techniques
• Strong capabilities in data analytics and reporting
• Experience with pipeline forecasting and management

Practical notes

• This position is based on-site at our Union Square office in New York.
• All official communications from our team will exclusively come from an email address ending in @tryprofound.com. Please report any communications from other domains as potential spam.

Join us at Profound as we embark on an exciting journey to redefine the landscape of AI search. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for talent acquisition and a desire to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you.

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