Talent Acquisition Associate

About the Role

You will serve as the primary talent hunter for the Turkish market, activating passive networks and identifying high-potential individuals who are not visible through standard channels. Your core mission is to secure hard-to-find gaming professionals and establish Voodoo as the definitive destination for top Turkish talent. You will operate with full ownership, driving structured sourcing initiatives and maintaining rigorous oversight of all hiring activities.

Working in close partnership with our global Talent Acquisition leaders, you will translate international strategy into a powerful local execution. Your responsibilities include designing and running targeted sourcing campaigns, leveraging every relevant community and event within the Turkish ecosystem. You will map the competitive landscape in real-time, monitoring rival studios and emerging talent clusters to inform our strategic decisions.

A central part of this position is building a resilient pipeline. You will attend industry meetups and festivals, forging authentic connections that transform Istanbul into a vibrant hub for talent identification. Your communication will define our brand, clearly articulating why a career at Voodoo represents a bold and rewarding opportunity for Turkish professionals. You will cultivate relationships ensuring candidates are engaged and responsive, making connection your primary habit.

All outreach will be conducted in both Turkish and English, ensuring seamless collaboration with our international teams and culturally resonant messaging for local candidates. You will own the full sourcing workflow, providing structured feedback on market sentiment and candidate behavior. Your progress will be tracked through defined metrics, with clear reporting delivered consistently to global stakeholders.

Profile Required

Success in this role demands deep expertise in the Turkish gaming sector. You must understand the unique dynamics of local studios, the specific talent pool, and the broader market rhythms. Your reputation as a natural connector is essential; you must be a person whose calls are answered and whose messages receive prompt replies, built on a foundation of trust.

You are a proactive investigator, driven by creative and relentless sourcing instincts. You turn over every stone, utilizing community groups, events, and referrals to find exceptional candidates without waiting for inbound interest. Your operational rigor is evident in your autonomous work style. You manage detailed outreach, maintain precise tracking, and uphold structured communication as a standard practice.

Fluency in Turkish and English is non-negotiable, allowing you to engage candidates directly and to collaborate effectively with colleagues across time zones. You thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments, handling tight timelines and shifting priorities with calm discipline. You are built for action, comfortable navigating uncertainty while maintaining rigorous organization.

Compensation and Details

This is a full-time position based in Istanbul. The monthly compensation is 4000 EUR, with a requirement of three years of relevant hiring experience in the gaming industry within Turkey.

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About the company

Founded in 2013, Voodoo is a tech company that creates mobile games and apps with a mission to entertain the world. Gathering 800 employees from 40+ nationalities, 7 billion downloads, and over 200 million active users, Voodoo is the #3 mobile publisher worldwide in terms of downloads after Google and Meta.