Talent Acquisition Director, US and Europe

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today!  

UCT is looking for a talented Director, Talent Acquisition in Austin to join us!

As a member of the Global Talent Acquisition leadership team reporting to the Global Head of Talent Acquisition, you will partner with various stakeholders to build a long-term, best-in-class TA function in the US and European regions. The successful candidate will bring a proven track record of leading recruiting teams, hiring at scale, building systemic solutions and automation that support business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership 

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing recruiting team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Strategic Talent Acquisition 

Design and execute regional TA strategies aligned to UCT’s business priorities and growth objectives across the US and Europe.

Stakeholder Partnership 

Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and HR partners, assessing current and future talent needs and creating tailored recruitment plans to address them.

Employer Brand & Market Positioning 

Strengthen UCT’s employer brand across both regions, ensuring a compelling and competitive value proposition that attracts top-tier talent.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion 

Champion inclusive hiring practices, ensuring equitable access to opportunities and advancing UCT’s commitment to DEI across the full recruitment lifecycle.

Metrics, Insights & Reporting 

Own key performance indicators and deliver actionable insights to drive performance, improve predictability, and inform strategic workforce decisions.

Operational Excellence 

Streamline and elevate processes, systems, and tools to ensure globally consistent standards, compliance, and an exceptional hiring experience for candidates and stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: 

• 10+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience, including 7+ years in a leadership role; ideally within a multinational or matrixed environment.
• Proven success developing and executing large-scale recruitment strategies across diverse markets.
• Strong understanding of European labor markets, cultural nuances, and regional employment regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams in fast-paced, high-growth, and highly collaborative environments.
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills across all levels of an organization.
• Strong ability to partner effectively across a matrix with business leaders, HRBPs, and external partners to achieve aligned hiring outcomes.

Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.