Talent Acquisition Lead

Job DescriptionHey there! KodeKloud is a young, fully remote, bootstrapped startup growing fast. We’re an EdTech SaaS company dedicated to transforming the way businesses upskill their teams in DevOps, Cloud Computing, and IT by offering hands‑on, practical learning experience. We’re trusted by over 1 million users worldwide, and were #4 on the Straits Times’ List of Fastest Growing Companies in 2024!As trailblazers in the remote‑first workforce, we seamlessly blend work from cozy cafes, sunny beaches, mountain retreats, and vibrant cities or from our company‑sponsored home‑office setups. Our team spans the globe, and we’re all about creating a fun, no‑ego environment where everyone can learn, grow, and make an impact.In this role, we’re looking for someone to lead our Talent Acquisition function and scale our global hiring engine.This is a hands‑on leadership role – you will directly execute mid‑to‑senior hiring globally while also building strategy, systems, and long‑term talent pipelines. You’ll report directly to the Head of People & Culture and lead the TA function (with one person reporting into you initially, and team expansion over time).This role blends execution excellence, strategic workforce planning, employer brand building, and TA systems thinking.Job Requirements10+ years of progressive Talent Acquisition experience, with extensive experience hiring globally and for remote roles.Strong experience hiring mid‑to‑senior roles in fast‑growing startups or high‑growth environments; especially for a Tech/SaaS company.Proven experience building hiring strategy and workforce planning in partnership with leadership.Strong hands‑on sourcing capability (Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, niche talent platforms, talent mapping).Exposure to employer branding tools and channels (LinkedIn campaigns, Glassdoor optimization, careers page optimization, recruitment marketing initiatives).Ability to design scalable TA systems and processes.Strong command over ATS platforms and hiring analytics dashboards. Familiarity with modern TA tech stack (AI sourcing tools, automation tools, etc.) is a huge plus!Job ResponsibilitiesWhat You’ll Own & Lead:End‑to‑End Global Hiring (Mid–Senior Roles)—lead on‑ground execution of mid‑to‑senior roles across geographies, from sourcing (including outreach) to final hire, ensuring strong quality‑of‑hire and predictable timelines.Hiring Strategy & Workforce Planning—co‑own hiring strategy and workforce planning across regions in partnership with the Head of People & Culture and business leaders.Employer Branding—own and strengthen KodeKloud’s employer brand across channels, shaping messaging, positioning, and candidate experience to attract high‑caliber global talent.Niche & Long‑Term Talent Programs—design, develop, and scale strategic recruitment programs such as campus hiring, maintaining alumni networks, internship programs, and other niche pipeline initiatives.TA Process, Tools & Capability—continuously improve hiring processes, tools, and best practices to enhance efficiency, data visibility, and candidate experience, and build structured interviewing capability across managers.TA Team Leadership—lead and develop the Talent Acquisition function, provide coaching, structure, and clarity to team members; as the function grows, hire and build a strong TA team.What Success will look like in the first 6‑12 months:Critical mid‑senior roles are filled with strong quality and reduced time‑to‑fill.Hiring demand is forecasted and planned—fewer last‑minute escalations.Offer acceptance rates improve through stronger positioning and candidate engagement.Employer brand presence strengthens (improved inbound interest and brand perception).Structured hiring practices are embedded across functions.Clear visibility into hiring metrics and pipeline health.Job BenefitsFully Remote: Work from anywhere—yes, your couch in pajamas is totally fine.Big Impact: You won’t inherit a fully built TA machine—you’ll design it.Lots of Growth & Learning: This role reports directly to the Head of People & Culture and leads the Talent Acquisition function.Strategic + Hands‑on Balance: Influence workforce planning and hiring strategy while directly impacting critical hires.People & Culture: Surrounded by super passionate and awesome people, with a culture of trust and transparency.#J-18808-Ljbffr