Talent Acquisition Manager (Instructor Hiring)

At IK, we help candidates nail the toughest tech interviews at top companies like Google, Facebook, and Netflix. Our intense prep courses, led by current and former hiring managers from these companies, prepare candidates to crack the toughest interviews. Think of us as "the everything store" for career transitions and interview skill development.

Role:

We are seeking a dynamic Technical Recruitment Manager with a passion for AI/ML and data science to lead our Instructor Hiring team. You will oversee a team of in-house recruiters, freelancers, and TA consultants, ensuring we attract and onboard top-tier tech talent from leading US companies to join our platform as mentors. You will drive our community's growth in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment.

Requirements

• Lead and Manage Team:Oversee a team of in-house recruiters, freelancers, and TA consultants, ensuring high performance and motivation.
• Hunt for Talent:Leverage your 5-8 years of tech recruitment experience to source and engage elite candidates from tier-1 tech firms.
• Sell the Dream:Use your stellar communication skills to attract and persuade top professionals to join us as mentors.
• End-to-End Recruitment:Manage the entire hiring process, ensuring a seamless and positive experience from first contact to onboarding.
• Tech-Savvy Sourcing Ninja:Utilize your knowledge of ML/AI and data science to identify the best candidates. Employ cutting-edge headhunting strategies on platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter to find and engage with top talent, staying ahead of industry trends.
• Continuous Network Identification:Continuously identify and develop a network of freelancers and sources in the US and India to meet ongoing hiring requests.
• Quarterly Hiring Planning:Plan and set hiring delivery targets for US instructor hiring each quarter. Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline the process.
• Process Innovation:Identify new processes and channels to accelerate the identification and fulfillment of quality instructor requirements.

Requirements:

• Proven Experience:5-8 years of tech recruitment experience, specializing in AI/ML and data science roles.
• Leadership Skills:A minimum of 3 years of experience in leading and managing recruitment teams, both in-house and freelance.
• Sales Persona:Exceptional communication and persuasive skills, with a knack for selling the value of our platform to potential mentors.
• Industry Insight:A strong background in hiring for US product-tech firms, with a keen understanding of industry nuances.
• Tech Enthusiasm:A passion for all things tech, especially AI/ML.
• Flexibility:While this role isn't on US shifts, some overlap with US timelines will be necessary.
• Stakeholder Management:Strong ability to manage and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful hiring outcomes.
• Hiring Delivery Management:Proven track record in planning, managing, and delivering on hiring targets and timelines.

Join us at IK and lead our efforts to build a world-class team of instructors who will guide the next generation of tech talent to success.