Senior Director, Talent Acquisition Operations

WHY WE'RE HERE:

Our Talent Acquisition (TA) team plays a critical role in this mission by ensuring we attract and hire exceptional talent aligned with Anduril’s values and goals. To support Anduril’s rapid growth and complex hiring needs, we are expanding our Talent Acquisition Operations (TA Ops) function to drive excellence across key operational areas: Budget & Data, Systems, Recruiting Coordination, Standards & Training, and Programs.

We are seeking a Senior Director of Talent Acquisition Operations to lead this vital function. This leader will oversee and scale these five operational pillars, driving initiatives that enhance efficiency, streamline processes, and support Anduril’s hiring strategy. You will partner closely with Finance, Corporate Technology, Recruiting, HR, and other cross-functional teams to create a seamless, mission-aligned talent engine that delivers measurable impact.

This is a highly strategic and operational leadership role, requiring a strong background in operations, systems optimization, and program management. As a key member of the Talent Acquisition leadership team, you will ensure that TA Ops enables Anduril’s accelerated growth and success.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Drive Operational Excellence and Scalability: Build and maintain scalable recruiting processes, tools, and workflows to support Anduril’s growth across existing and emerging markets. Develop systems and frameworks that account for international hiring needs, including compliance with diverse regional regulations and adapting processes to support global expansion while maintaining operational consistency and alignment with Anduril’s mission.
• Lead Data-Driven Decision-Making: Develop and implement robust reporting frameworks to track recruiting performance, hiring trends, and operational efficiency. Leverage metrics and insights to identify areas for improvement, inform strategy, and measure the impact of operational initiatives. Partner with cross-functional teams like RevOps and Finance to align data efforts with broader business objectives.
• Optimize Recruiting Systems & Tools: Oversee the recruiting technology ecosystem, including ATS, CRM, scheduling, and automation tools (e.g., Greenhouse, Gem, ModernLoop). Drive the adoption of automation and AI to streamline workflows, reduce manual tasks, and increase productivity, all while ensuring compliance with Anduril’s systems and security requirements.
• Elevate Recruiting Coordination: Lead and empower the Recruiting Coordination team to deliver a seamless and efficient candidate experience. Focus on assessing and enhancing operational efficiency by identifying opportunities for automation, streamlining workflows, and balancing technology with a human touch. Evaluate emerging tools and technologies to improve scalability and adaptability across various hiring types and geographies, including high-volume hiring (e.g., Arsenal-1) and new geographic regions. Drive initiatives to differentiate Anduril’s candidate and hiring team experience while supporting recruiting efforts at scale.
• Build Programs & Strengthen Branding: Create and oversee programs that enhance internal mobility, career development, and other employee-facing initiatives that support Anduril’s talent strategy. Work closely with Design, Marketing, and Comms to hone and own Anduril's Talent look, feel and voice, ensuring Anduril’s story is consistently represented across all talent-facing channels.
• Develop Standards & Training: Design and implement comprehensive training programs to improve interviewer behavior, candidate assessments, and hiring manager enablement. Build onboarding and professional development frameworks for the TA team to support growth, consistency, and operational continuity.
• Collaborate Across Functions: Work closely with Recruiting Leadership, HR, People Data, RevOps, and other stakeholders to align TA Ops with company-wide goals. Ensure operational initiatives are integrated into broader strategies and enable recruiting success across all levels of the organization.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition Strategy, Operations, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing leaders.
• Proven success leading large-scale recruiting operations in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Strong understanding of the recruiting lifecycle, operational processes, and compliance requirements, including experience with international hiring and regulatory differences.
• Familiarity with recruiting tools and platforms (e.g., Greenhouse, Gem) and a strong appetite for leveraging automation, AI, and technology to drive efficiency and scalability.
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations.
• Proven ability to build and scale interviewer training and TA enablement programs that promote consistent and effective hiring practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and align diverse teams.
• Ability to work in our Costa Mesa, CA or Seattle, WA office at least four days a week.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years in Talent Acquisition Strategy, Operations, or related Consulting roles; experience in global tech or high-growth environments preferred
• Proven success leading large-scale recruiting transformation or operational redesign initiatives.
• Familiarity with programs that involve hiring candidates with U.S. security clearances.
• Background in designing and implementing global recruiting programs, including internal mobility and employer branding.
• Blend of consulting discipline and in-house execution excellence.

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: 

Healthcare Benefits 

• US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. 
• UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. 
• IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. 

Additional Benefits 

• Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. 
• Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. 
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. 
• Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. 
• Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development 
• Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. 
• Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. 

Retirement Savings Plan 

• US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. 
• UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. 
• AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. 

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