Talent Acquisition Lead at Shakudo

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, AIIndustries

Requirements

8+ years of experience in talent acquisition, with at least 3-5 years directly recruiting executive-level talent (VP/C-level roles) for high-growth tech startups or similar environments
Hands-on approach to executive search, having personally sourced and closed executive-level hires in a leadership role
Proven ability to build and scale talent acquisition strategies for multiple departments, including engineering, product, sales, and leadership teams
Experience developing long-term recruitment strategies while staying deeply involved in the tactical execution of high-level searches
Expertise in executive search processes, including sourcing, engaging, and assessing senior-level candidates, ideally with experience using executive search firms and industry networks
Strong ability to build and foster relationships with senior leadership, hiring managers, and key stakeholders to ensure alignment with company goals
Expertise in using data to optimize recruiting processes, track success metrics, and improve team efficiency
Entrepreneurial mindset and comfort in a fast-paced, ever-changing startup environment
Startup experience or experience in a high-growth environment is a must
Nice to Have
Experience in building recruitment teams and managing high-performance recruiting functions
Familiarity with data/AI industry recruitment and understanding of key talent needs in this space
Expertise with ATS systems and modern recruiting tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Greenhouse, Lever, etc.)
MBA or relevant business management experience

Responsibilities

Lead the full-cycle recruitment process for senior leadership roles, including VP/C-level positions
Personally source, evaluate, and close executive-level candidates, directly influencing the leadership team at Shakudo
Collaborate with the executive team to define hiring needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies for each leadership role
Lead the recruitment team (as you scale), while remaining hands-on in sourcing and engaging executive talent
Develop strong relationships with external executive search firms and industry networks to supplement in-house recruiting efforts when necessary
Oversee the entire recruiting lifecycle, from sourcing and interviewing to offer negotiation and onboarding, ensuring an exceptional experience for all candidates
Partner closely with senior leaders to ensure recruitment strategies align with broader company goals and objectives
Champion diversity and inclusion in recruiting efforts, ensuring Shakudo continues to attract talent from diverse backgrounds
Track and measure recruitment metrics and performance, continuously optimizing the recruiting process for better efficiency and effectiveness

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Talent AcquisitionExecutive SearchSourcingCandidate AssessmentStakeholder ManagementData-Driven RecruitingRecruiting MetricsHigh-Growth StartupsEngineering RecruitingProduct RecruitingSales RecruitingIndustry Networks

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience level is required for the Talent Acquisition Lead role?

Candidates need 8+ years of experience in talent acquisition, with at least 3-5 years directly recruiting executive-level talent (VP/C-level roles) for high-growth tech startups or similar environments.

Is startup or high-growth environment experience necessary?

Yes, startup experience or experience in a high-growth environment is a must for this role.

What is the employment type for this position?

This is a full-time position.

What salary or compensation is offered for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for the Talent Acquisition Lead position?

A strong candidate has a hands-on approach to executive search, proven ability to build and scale TA strategies across departments, expertise in data-driven recruiting, and an entrepreneurial mindset suited to a fast-paced startup.

Shakudo

End-to-end platform for AI projects

About Shakudo

Shakudo offers a platform designed to support organizations in developing and managing AI and data-intensive products. Their main product, the Hyperplane platform, facilitates the entire workflow of AI projects, from initial ideas to deployment. It automates the optimization of resources, helping teams select the best configurations without the need for complex setups. This makes it easier for data scientists and AI teams to focus on building and maintaining their models efficiently. Shakudo differentiates itself from competitors by providing a subscription-based service with tiered pricing, allowing organizations to choose the level of access that suits their needs. The goal of Shakudo is to simplify the AI development process, enabling organizations to implement their AI projects more quickly and reliably.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters

2021Year Founded

$9.8MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

11-50Employees