Director, Global Talent Acquisition

Founded in 2016, Katalon is the leading provider of a modern, comprehensive quality management platform. Katalon Platform enables quality assurance, DevOps, and software teams of any size to deliver world-class customer experiences faster, easier, and more efficiently.

Since its first launch, Katalon has experienced tremendous growth, serving more than 30,000 teams around the globe, many of which are in the Fortune Global 500, such as PwC, KPMG, Abbott, etc. Katalon is recognized as a top automation tool by prestigious review sites, such as G2, Gartner, Capterra, and IT Central Station. 

At Katalon, we are committed to transforming the software quality industry through our innovative products and solutions. As we expand our global footprint, we are looking for a passionate Global Talent Acquisition Director to join our dynamic team and drive our growth. If you excel in a fast-paced environment and are excited by the opportunity to shape the future of talent acquisition in a SaaS Based Product Enterprise, we invite you to explore this role with us.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Talent Acquisition (80%):

• Develop and implement a sustainable talent acquisition strategy with the VP of HR  to support Katalon's long-term growth
• Be the champion in the Market & Talent landscape with data-driven insights
• Be the strategic advisor to Katalon’s Senior leadership team in talent acquisition decision-making.
• Lead the full cycle of recruitment, emphasizing the sourcing and identification of qualified candidates for senior and managerial positions using diverse sourcing methods and networks.
• Enhance candidate experience in the entire candidate journey through reviewing, designing, and continuously improving steps in the recruitment process.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment on talent needs and recruitment strategies.
• Partner with the HR Business Partner team in formalizing data-driven talent dashboards and keeping track of talents’ paths throughout the entire Candidate Journey and Employee Journey,.
• Contribute to the Employer Branding strategy to enhance Katalon’s reputation as an employer of choice.
• Ensure compliance and proper risk management

 Team Management and Leadership (20%):

• Lead, oversee, and supervise the Talent Acquisition team, ensuring alignment with company goals and values.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Represent Katalon at events like career fairs, college events, and networking opportunities to attract top talent.
• Collaborate with global HR leadership to ensure that talent acquisition strategies align with Katalon’s broader organizational objectives.

• Proven experience in Talent Acquisition or similar role within global startup and tech enterprise environments, demonstrating a successful track record in talent acquisition and retention.
• Extensive experience with full-cycle recruiting for both tech and non-tech roles, with a solid understanding of industry trends and best practices.
• Global hiring experience, particularly in the global C-level & Senior leadership team, is essential.
• Proven experience in executive hiring, with a track record of successfully recruiting for senior leadership positions.
• Tech-savvy, familiar with Applicant Tracking Systems, HRIS, sourcing platforms, job boards, and other recruitment tools.
• Proficient in various interview techniques and evaluation methods to assess candidate qualifications and fit.
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively engage with candidates and stakeholders.
• Proactive, open-minded, autonomous, highly responsible, and well-organized, able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Data-driven and systematic mindset, with a focus on leveraging data analytics to drive informed decision-making in talent acquisition processes.

At Katalon, we bring together self-starting, open-minded, and talented people while actively promoting a transparent and growth-enabling working environment. But don’t just take our word for it. Take a better look below!

• Total Remuneration: Satisfying your financial goals through competitive compensation and periodic performance bonuses.
• Growth & Rewards: Thriving professionally through employee enablement, a culture of trust, and rewarding performance.
• Physical & Mental Health: Staying healthy through comprehensive health plans, and generous paid leaves.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Becoming part of a global team that celebrates differences and equal opportunity.

Katalon is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We care about our people and celebrate our differences. We want to work with talented, collaborative, and innovative people. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other characteristics protected by law.