CNC Recruitment are seeking a seasoned Global Agile Project & Talent Strategy Director to lead and transform our international talent acquisition function. This role demands a strategic thinker with hands-on expertise in sourcing niche talent, optimizing recruitment processes, and delivering high-impact change initiatives across Europe, the UAE, and the US.

Location : Flexible (UK-based with international travel)

Job type : Fixed-Term or Consultancy

Salary : Competitive + Performance Bonus

Job Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition & Strategy

Lead end-to-end Agile Technical and global recruitment across multiple geographies and sectors (Finance, IT, Pharma, Engineering).
Design and implement scalable, inclusive hiring frameworks aligned with business growth and transformation goals.
Develop and manage preferred supplier lists and agency frameworks to reduce cost-per-hire and increase candidate quality.
Build and maintain talent pools exceeding 2,000+ candidates for proactive sourcing.

Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory

Partner with senior stakeholders and hiring managers to define role requirements, mitigate bias, and ensure ED&I compliance.
Deliver workshops and ceremonies to educate leadership on recruitment best practices and behavioral change.
Present strategic hiring insights and data-driven reports to executive teams.

Project & Change Management

Lead Agile recruitment and change projects, including process integration and transformation initiatives.
Oversee international mobility programs, visa sponsorship, and relocation support.
Drive continuous improvement through competitor benchmarking, metrics analysis, and feedback loops.

Operational Excellence

Manage ATS workflows, salary benchmarking, and onboarding processes.
Monitor KPIs such as time-to-hire, offer acceptance rates, and attrition.
Ensure compliance with international employment laws and data regulations.

Key Achievements Expected

Deliver C-level hires annually with a P&L reduction in agency fees.
Reduce time-to-hire and first-year attrition.
Increase online applications and candidate engagement by 40%+.
Lead several global change projects and producing savings through process optimization.

Required Skills & Experience

15+ years in recruitment/talent acquisition, including global C-level, Technical and niche hiring.
Proven success in strategic sourcing, stakeholder management, and project delivery.
Strong command of Agile methodologies and change management.
Experience with ATS platforms, CRM systems, and data-driven recruitment.
Certifications in Agile, Prince2, ED&I, and international employment law preferred.

Preferred Background

Experience in public sector transformation, investment banking, pharmaceuticals, or tech.
Track record of working with clients such as 4 data giants.
Familiarity with European, Gulf, and US labor markets.

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