Director, Talent Acquisition
OKX
Job Summary
OKX is a leading crypto exchange and developer of OKX Wallet, providing millions with access to crypto trading and decentralized applications. They are seeking a dynamic, highly-motivated Recruiting Manager to build a world-class team in the EMEA region. The role involves designing and implementing recruiting strategies, managing the full-cycle recruiting process, developing candidate pipelines through innovative sourcing, and utilizing data to improve efficiency. The ideal candidate will collaborate with hiring managers, promote the company's reputation, and possess at least 12 years of professional experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a leadership role within a fast-paced environment. Experience with HR databases, ATS, and CMS is required, along with knowledge of labor legislation and various interview formats.
Must Have
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field
- 12 years of professional experience
- 3 years in a leadership role
- Proven track record in sourcing and hiring
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Familiarity with ATS and CMS
- Knowledge of labor legislation
- Hands-on approach
- Passionate about OKX's mission
Good to Have
- Master's degree
- Experience in a startup or high-growth environment
- Experience with various interview formats
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive total compensation package
- Learning & Development programs and Education subsidy
- Team building programs and company events
- Wellness and meal allowances
- Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependents
Job Description
Who We Are
At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom. OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves. Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er. OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.
About the Opportunity:
We are looking for a dynamic, highly-motivated Recruiting Manager to help us attract top talent and build a world-class team in the EMEA region. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of sourcing, recruiting, and hiring outstanding candidates in a highly competitive market. This role reports directly to the Head of Human Resources in Dubai.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Design and implement the overall recruiting strategy for the company, ensuring it aligns with the company's business goals and culture.
- Manage full-cycle recruiting process, from defining job descriptions, sourcing and screening candidates, coordinating interviews, to offer negotiation and onboarding.
- Develop and maintain a network of potential candidates through proactive market research and ongoing relationship management.
- Implement innovative sourcing strategies and techniques to build a pipeline of qualified candidates and to engage passive candidates.
- Utilize data-driven metrics to improve recruiting efficiency and effectiveness, providing regular updates to the leadership team.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand each department’s needs and team dynamics.
- Promote the company's reputation as an excellent place to work.
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field; Master's degree a plus.
- Minimum of 12 years of professional experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role managing a team within a dynamic, fast-paced startup or high-growth environment
- Proven track record of successfully sourcing, recruiting, and hiring exceptional talent from diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- Familiarity with HR databases, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and Candidate Management Systems (CMS).
- Knowledge of labor legislation and hands-on experience with various interview formats (e.g., phone, Skype, structured, technical).
- Able to balance a strategy-focused mindset with a hands-on approach.
- Passionate about OKX's mission and capable of representing our values and culture to potential candidates.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive total compensation package
- L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development
- Various team building programs and company events
- Wellness and meal allowances
- Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants
- More that we love to tell you along the process!
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