Director Talent Acquisition

Hasbro•Renton, WA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Wizards of the Coast, we connect people around the world through play and imagination. From our genre-defining games like Magic: The Gathering® and Dungeons & Dragons® to our growing multiverse, we continue to innovate and build new ways to foster friendship and connection. That’s where you come in! We have an opportunity for a Talent Acquisition Director to join our team! This position is the crucial link between the TA strategy and practical application. They will build talent acquisition at Hasbro, mentor colleagues, and lead ongoing improvements and innovative approaches in TA initiatives and recruitment processes. This role acts as a connection between the on-the-ground efforts carried out by recruiters and HR staff and senior executives. It also requires staying actively involved in daily recruitment activities. At the heart of the role lies the art of influential leadership & communication. In an environment where strategic decisions depend on the accurate and timely flow of information, we ignite the ability to connect effectively with senior partners. This includes guiding our recruiting team on hiring priorities and improving processes on a global scale. It's an “art” that requires not just clarity and precision, but also empathy and a profound understanding of the job role. This is a hybrid role and requires working onsite 3 days (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) in our Renton, WA office. A day in the life of a Director Talent Acquisition: Leadership Lead & Encourage: Mentor and guide a high-performing recruiting team, driving excellence in sourcing, interviewing, collaborator engagement, and conflict resolution. Establish clear performance metrics to elevate talent acquisition outcomes, candidate experience, and hiring manager happiness. Strategic Advisor: Collaborate with senior leaders, HRBPs, and the executive team to build workforce planning, succession strategies, and transformation initiatives that align with organizational objectives. Global Process Leadership: Ensure consistency and compliance across regions by harmonizing onboarding workflows and dual-language requirements. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with HR, Legal, Compensation, and Finance to build coordinated talent strategies that support business priorities. Strategic Impact Future-Proofing Talent: Position TA as a proactive, data-driven function that anticipates business needs and delivers high-impact talent solutions. Capacity Planning & Efficiency Have real-time access to to-be-hired positions and planning of bandwidth. This enables proactive mentoring and capacity planning for optimization. Technology Enablement: Drive adoption of platforms like Greenhouse, LinkedIn Recruiter, and TA Dashboard to improve recruiter efficiency and data-driven decision-making.

Requirements

A university degree or equivalent experience within business-related fields.
At least 10 years of TA/HR experience with people management experience in building high-performing teams in a global organization.
Proficient in TA tools and processes.
Strategic Leadership: Operates confidently in dynamic environments, making clear decisions amid ambiguity and shifting priorities.
Executive Influence: Develops positive relationships with senior leaders and HR teams to align on workforce strategies and talent priorities.
Results Orientation: Sets ambitious goals and drives measurable outcomes through strategic focus, accountability, and consistent execution.
Agility & Innovation: Embraces change and complexity, bringing to bear trends (including AI adoption) to recommend future-forward solutions.
Inclusive Communication: Communicates with clarity and empathy across diverse teams and geographies, encouraging collaboration and shared understanding.
Talent Strategy Implementation: Converts complex talent acquisition strategies into practical plans that drive business growth and transformation.
Inspirational Leadership: Motivates teams to challenge assumptions, innovate, and deliver high-impact results while encouraging a culture of learning and resilience.
Future Forward Thinking: Recognize opportunities and manage threats to preserve competitive advantage. Keep up with AI adoption and new trends influencing the team. Develop processes and get others on board.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the Gaming and Toys Industry preferred.
Proven ability to attract, develop, and retain top talent across creative, technical, and commercial functions.
Proven success building global talent strategies for iconic brands.
Experienced in scaling recruitment operations to support game development and toy innovation.
Partners with cross-functional teams to drive inclusive hiring practices suited to the fast-paced, imaginative industry.

Responsibilities

Lead & Encourage: Mentor and guide a high-performing recruiting team, driving excellence in sourcing, interviewing, collaborator engagement, and conflict resolution.
Establish clear performance metrics to elevate talent acquisition outcomes, candidate experience, and hiring manager happiness.
Strategic Advisor: Collaborate with senior leaders, HRBPs, and the executive team to build workforce planning, succession strategies, and transformation initiatives that align with organizational objectives.
Global Process Leadership: Ensure consistency and compliance across regions by harmonizing onboarding workflows and dual-language requirements.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with HR, Legal, Compensation, and Finance to build coordinated talent strategies that support business priorities.
Future-Proofing Talent: Position TA as a proactive, data-driven function that anticipates business needs and delivers high-impact talent solutions.
Have real-time access to to-be-hired positions and planning of bandwidth. This enables proactive mentoring and capacity planning for optimization.
Drive adoption of platforms like Greenhouse, LinkedIn Recruiter, and TA Dashboard to improve recruiter efficiency and data-driven decision-making.