Talent Acquisition Manager (f/m/d)

As a Talent Acquisition Manager in our Berlin office, you will handle full-cycle, data-driven recruitment for either the Sales or Tech department. Your primary responsibilities include working with hiring managers to define their talent needs, driving recruitment priorities, proactively sourcing candidates, and building a strong talent pipeline. You will be instrumental in ensuring an exceptional candidate experience while also contributing to various Talent Acquisition projects.

To be successful as a Talent Acquisition Manager at our Berlin office, candidates should have relevant experience in high-volume recruiting, especially within the Sales or Tech sectors. Strong business acumen, excellent communication, and stakeholder management skills are essential. Familiarity with applicant tracking systems, such as Ashby, is also important, along with fluency in English; German proficiency is a plus.

The Talent Acquisition team plays a critical role in driving the company’s growth in Berlin by implementing innovative recruitment strategies tailored to attract and retain top talent. This involves collaborating closely with hiring managers to assess their needs, sourcing candidates effectively, and enhancing the overall recruitment experience, ensuring that we bring in the best candidates that align with our business initiatives.

Candidates applying for the Talent Acquisition Manager role can expect a structured interview process that assesses their recruiting experience and cultural fit within the company. The process typically includes initial screenings, followed by in-depth discussions about recruitment strategies, candidate experience, and situational questions to gauge problem-solving abilities, ensuring we find individuals who share our values and vision.

Talent Acquisition Managers in our Berlin location enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes 30 days of paid vacation, a public transport subsidy, wellness offerings, and access to mental health platforms. Additionally, our flexible working hours and hybrid working model ensure a work-life balance that supports your well-being.

When asked about strategies for high-volume recruiting, emphasize your ability to streamline the hiring process through effective sourcing methods and strong relationships with hiring managers. Provide examples of how you've leveraged technology and data-driven metrics to optimize recruitment efforts and reduce time-to-fill rates.

To convey a commitment to a positive candidate experience, discuss your approach to communication and feedback. Explain how you provide timely updates and support candidates through each step of the process, cultivating an environment where candidates feel valued and appreciated.

When discussing previous recruitment campaigns, share metrics that demonstrate success, such as time-to-fill and candidate satisfaction rates. Highlight specific strategies you implemented, challenges you faced, and how you adapted to ensure a successful outcome.

Explain your method for prioritizing roles by discussing the importance of understanding the business needs and urgency of each team. Share how you assess workload effectively, manage stakeholder expectations, and allocate resources efficiently to ensure all roles receive the attention they require.

In your response, mention the tools you've used effectively, such as Ashby or other ATS platforms. Discuss how these tools have helped you maintain an organized recruitment process, track candidate progress, and analyze data to improve recruitment strategies.

Discuss your proactive approach to building a talent pipeline, emphasizing networking strategies, relationship-building techniques, and your utilization of social media or professional platforms to engage with potential candidates, ensuring you're always prepared for upcoming hiring needs.

Highlight your commitment to diversity within your recruitment strategy. Discuss specific initiatives you’ve implemented or supported to attract a diverse range of candidates and create an inclusive recruitment process that values different perspectives.

When explaining your experience with hiring managers, focus on your ability to understand their requirements and how you translate these into effective recruitment strategies. Share examples of successful partnerships and how these collaborations led to successful hires.

Detail the key performance indicators (KPIs) you track to measure recruitment success, such as hire rates, time-to-fill, and candidate satisfaction scores. Mention how these metrics guide your strategy adjustments to optimize future recruiting efforts.

In your answer, describe your problem-solving approach to recruitment challenges. Discuss specific examples where you’ve successfully navigated difficult situations, the tactics you employed, and the outcomes achieved. This showcases your adaptability and innovative thinking in recruitment.