Talent Acquisition Strategist
CanonicalOperating Systems company
RemoteSenior
Mark Shuttleworth
People / HR / RecruitmentNew
About the role
TL;DR
Lead strategic talent acquisition projects using data and behavioral science to hire exceptional talent.
- •Canonical is seeking a Talent Acquisition Strategist to join their Talent Science team.
- •This role focuses on objective, scientifically rigorous hiring processes to select top talent globally, leveraging data and behavioral science to drive hiring strategy and performance outcomes.
- •Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver the strategic Talent Science project roadmap.
- •Design and implement solutions for complex hiring problems.
- •Ensure talent selection initiatives map to high performance outcomes.
- •Coach and mentor team members on analytical capabilities and thought leadership.
- •Drive and represent the team in the absence of the Head of Talent Science.
- •Requirements Exceptional academic track record with an undergraduate degree in a psychology or people-based subject.
- •Track record of team leadership in a talent function within the technology or consulting industry.
- •Deep understanding of talent selection with a technological mindset.
- •Advanced analytical ability using SQL, Python, and/or statistical analysis.
- •Exceptional written and spoken English with strong presentation skills.
Required skills
PythonSQLGreenhouseProject ManagementTalent Acquisition
Benefits & perks
Distributed work environment, Personal learning and development budget, Annual compensation review, Recognition rewards, Annual holiday leave, Maternity and paternity leave, Employee Assistance Programme, Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues, Priority Pass, travel upgrades for long haul company events
Tech stack
PythonSQLJavaScriptGitLinuxJiraConfluenceExcelPowerPointGreenhouse