Manager Talent Acquisition

KDN AI Talent Acquisition Manager – Job Description

Shape the Future of AI Talent at KDN

Position Overview

The KDN AI Talent Acquisition Manager will play a pivotal role in identifying, attracting, and hiring world-class AI professionals to join our rapidly growing organization. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the artificial intelligence landscape, strong networking abilities, and a passion for building high-impact teams. Reporting to the Head of Talent and collaborating closely with technical leadership, you'll drive our mission to build a culture of innovation and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies to attract top-tier AI and machine learning professionals across diverse domains, including data science, machine learning engineering, research, and AI product management.
• Partner with leadership and hiring managers to understand AI talent needs, role requirements, and future skills gaps.
• Source, screen, and assess candidates using a combination of direct outreach, networking, job boards, events, and recruitment platforms.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of AI talent through proactive research, relationship-building, and employer branding initiatives.
• Lead and optimize the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring a seamless, candidate-centric experience from initial contact to onboarding.
• Stay abreast of trends in AI recruitment, compensation benchmarking, and talent market intelligence to inform hiring strategies and maintain KDN's competitive edge.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in all talent acquisition efforts, ensuring a fair and unbiased process.
• Collaborate with HR and Learning & Development teams to design effective onboarding and retention programs for AI hires.
• Represent KDN at industry events, conferences, and university career fairs to strengthen our employer brand and connect with emerging talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• 12+ years of experience in talent acquisition or technical recruiting, with at least 2 years focused on AI, data science, or other emerging tech domains.
• Demonstrated success in hiring for high-growth technology teams, ideally within AI, machine learning, or advanced analytics.
• Strong understanding of technical roles and requirements within the AI ecosystem.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficient with applicant tracking systems, sourcing tools, and employer branding strategies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Passion for technology, people, and building diverse teams.

KDN AI Talent Acquisition Manager – Job Description

Shape the Future of AI Talent at KDN

Position Overview

The KDN AI Talent Acquisition Manager will play a pivotal role in identifying, attracting, and hiring world-class AI professionals to join our rapidly growing organization. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the artificial intelligence landscape, strong networking abilities, and a passion for building high-impact teams. Reporting to the Head of Talent and collaborating closely with technical leadership, you'll drive our mission to build a culture of innovation and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies to attract top-tier AI and machine learning professionals across diverse domains, including data science, machine learning engineering, research, and AI product management.
• Partner with leadership and hiring managers to understand AI talent needs, role requirements, and future skills gaps.
• Source, screen, and assess candidates using a combination of direct outreach, networking, job boards, events, and recruitment platforms.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of AI talent through proactive research, relationship-building, and employer branding initiatives.
• Lead and optimize the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring a seamless, candidate-centric experience from initial contact to onboarding.
• Stay abreast of trends in AI recruitment, compensation benchmarking, and talent market intelligence to inform hiring strategies and maintain KDN's competitive edge.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in all talent acquisition efforts, ensuring a fair and unbiased process.
• Collaborate with HR and Learning & Development teams to design effective onboarding and retention programs for AI hires.
• Represent KDN at industry events, conferences, and university career fairs to strengthen our employer brand and connect with emerging talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• 12+ years of experience in talent acquisition or technical recruiting, with at least 2 years focused on AI, data science, or other emerging tech domains.
• Demonstrated success in hiring for high-growth technology teams, ideally within AI, machine learning, or advanced analytics.
• Strong understanding of technical roles and requirements within the AI ecosystem.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficient with applicant tracking systems, sourcing tools, and employer branding strategies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Passion for technology, people, and building diverse teams.