Talent Acquisition Lead
Shakudo
Full-time
On-site
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
About the Job & Shakudo
At Shakudo, we are building the world’s first operating system for data and AI. We use the term operating system in the truest sense of the word. Like iOS, Windows and Linux, Shakudo’s end-to-end OS offers ever-evolving, automatically operated, best-of-breed open-source components tailored to each business's unique needs.
As Talent Acquisition Leader, you will lead our global recruiting efforts, partnering closely with senior leadership to build a world-class team. This is a high-impact role where you will be responsible for shaping our hiring strategy, overseeing the full recruitment lifecycle, and scaling Shakudo's talent acquisition function to support rapid growth. You will work across all business functions, hiring for critical roles, and ensuring we build a high-performing, diverse, and cohesive team.
What We're Looking For
- 8+ years of experience in talent acquisition, with at least 3-5 years directly recruiting executive-level talent(VP/C-level roles) for high-growth tech startups or similar environments.
- A hands-on approach to executive search, having personally sourced and closed executive-level hires in a leadership role.
- Proven ability to build and scale talent acquisition strategies for multiple departments, including engineering, product, sales, and leadership teams.
- Experience developing long-term recruitment strategies while staying deeply involved in the tactical execution of high-level searches.
- Expertise in executive search processes, including sourcing, engaging, and assessing senior-level candidates, ideally with experience using executive search firms and industry networks.
- Strong ability to build and foster relationships with senior leadership, hiring managers, and key stakeholders to ensure alignment with company goals.
- Expertise in using data to optimize recruiting processes, track success metrics, and improve team efficiency.
- An entrepreneurial mindset and comfort in a fast-paced, ever-changing startup environment.
- Startup experience or experience in a high-growth environment is a must.
What You'll Do
- Lead the full-cycle recruitment process for senior leadership roles, including VP/C-level positions.
- Personally source, evaluate, and close executive-level candidates, directly influencing the leadership team at Shakudo.
- Collaborate with the executive team to define hiring needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies for each leadership role.
- Lead the recruitment team (as you scale), while remaining hands-on in sourcing and engaging executive talent.
- Develop strong relationships with external executive search firms and industry networks to supplement in-house recruiting efforts when necessary.
- Oversee the entire recruiting lifecycle, from sourcing and interviewing to offer negotiation and onboarding, ensuring an exceptional experience for all candidates.
- Partner closely with senior leaders to ensure recruitment strategies align with broader company goals and objectives.
- Champion diversity and inclusion in recruiting efforts, ensuring Shakudo continues to attract talent from diverse backgrounds.
- Track and measure recruitment metrics and performance, continuously optimizing the recruiting process for better efficiency and effectiveness.
Nice to Have
- Experience in building recruitment teams and managing high-performance recruiting functions.
- Familiarity with data/AI industry recruitment and understanding of key talent needs in this space.
- Expertise with ATS systems and modern recruiting tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Greenhouse, Lever, etc.).
- MBA or relevant business management experience.
Why Shakudo?
- Join a high-growth company at the intersection of data and AI, helping to shape the future of technology.
- Work closely with a dynamic executive team, providing strategic leadership to fuel company growth.
- Competitive compensation package, including base salary and equity options.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Paid time off and company holidays to support a balanced work-life experience.
Shakudo is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We foster diversity and inclusivity and welcome applications from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.