Director of Talent Acquisition (Austin)

Director of Talent AcquisitionLocation: Austin, TXSalary: $220,000–$250,000 annuallySchedule: Hybrid – 3–4 Days OnsiteExperience: 15+ Years in Talent Acquisition | 8+ Years Leading TA Strategy & TeamsFocus: Enterprise TA Strategy | Workforce Planning | AI & Automation | Organizational GrowthAbout the OpportunityOur client is an established, design-driven furniture wholesaler entering an exciting new chapter of growth.They are seeking an experienced Director of Talent Acquisition to lead the next evolution of their recruiting organization. This highly visible leadership role will build and execute a scalable, data-driven Talent Acquisition strategy supporting long-term business growth, workforce planning, and organizational strategy across the U.S.This is an opportunity to partner directly with executive leadership, influence enterprise hiring decisions, and transform Talent Acquisition from a transactional recruiting function into a strategic business partner.What You'll Do• Develop and execute an enterprise Talent Acquisition strategy aligned with business objectives and future growth
• Build proactive workforce plans that anticipate future hiring and talent needs
• Partner with executive leadership to align recruiting priorities with broader organizational strategy
• Lead strategic discussions around AI, automation, and emerging technologies and their impact on hiring, organizational scaling, and workforce planning
• Establish hiring priorities and allocate recruiting resources based on business needs and impact
• Transform the Talent Acquisition function into a strategic, proactive business partner
• Design scalable recruiting processes that improve efficiency, quality of hire, and candidate experience
• Develop and track meaningful recruiting metrics, including pipeline health, quality of hire, time-to-fill, and overall hiring effectiveness
• Use recruiting data and analytics to identify trends and support strategic business decisions
• Lead Talent Acquisition operations, vendor strategy, recruiting processes, and department budgets
• Coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing Talent Acquisition team
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvementWhat You'll Bring• 15+ years of progressive Talent Acquisition experience
• 8+ years leading Talent Acquisition strategy, functions, and teams
• Experience leading Talent Acquisition for a mid-sized or high-growth organization of approximately $800 million in revenue and 1,000 employees
• Proven success building, scaling, or transforming enterprise Talent Acquisition functions across multiple job functions and leadership levels
• Extensive workforce planning experience with the ability to develop long-term talent strategies
• Demonstrated experience partnering with executive leadership to align talent strategy with business priorities
• Experience leveraging AI, automation, recruiting technology, and data to improve recruiting and organizational effectiveness
• Experience overseeing Talent Acquisition operations, vendor strategy, recruiting processes, and department budgets
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate recruiting and workforce data into strategic business decisions
• Proven ability to lead organizational change and gain stakeholder buy-inThe Ideal Candidate• Brings energy, enthusiasm, and a proactive approach to leadership
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Communicates dynamically and builds credibility across all levels of an organization
• Confidently partners with and influences executive leadership and challenging hiring managers
• Thinks strategically about workforce planning, organizational growth, and the future of Talent Acquisition
• Is passionate about leveraging AI, automation, and innovation to elevate recruiting strategy
• Knows how to challenge the status quo, gain buy-in, and drive meaningful organizational change
• Balances long-term strategic thinking with the ability to execute and deliver resultsWhy Join?• Executive-Level Compensation: $220,000–$250,000 annually
• Hybrid Schedule: 3–4 days onsite in Austin, TX
• Executive Visibility: Partner directly with senior leadership on enterprise hiring and workforce strategy
• Transformation Opportunity: Lead the evolution of Talent Acquisition into a strategic, scalable business function
• AI & Innovation: Help determine how emerging technology and automation shape the organization's future workforce
• Enterprise Impact: Influence hiring strategy across functions, roles, and leadership levels throughout the U.S.
• Growth Environment: Join an established organization entering its next phase of business and organizational growth
• Leadership Ownership: Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing Talent Acquisition teamIf you're a strategic Talent Acquisition leader who enjoys building scalable recruiting organizations, influencing executive decision-making, and preparing businesses for long-term growth, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today to learn more about this opportunity.Type: Direct HireCategory: ManagementDate Posted: 2026-07-28