Director, Talent Acquisition

Frida•Miami, FL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Frida is seeking a Director, Talent Acquisition to join our People Team based in Miami, FL. The selected candidate will lead Frida’s talent acquisition strategy and build the recruiting capabilities, processes, and pipelines needed to support the company’s continued growth. This leader will own full-cycle recruiting across functions and levels while partnering closely with executives and hiring managers to anticipate talent needs, identify exceptional candidates, and continuously improve how Frida attracts, assesses, and hires talent. The ideal candidate is a strategic and hands-on talent leader who combines strong business acumen with exceptional recruiting instincts, data-driven decision-making, and a passion for building high-performing teams. The Director, Talent Acquisition will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and entrepreneurial environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience will also be considered
10+ years of progressive full-cycle recruiting and Talent Acquisition experience, ideally including both in-house and agency environments
Experience leading Talent Acquisition in a high-growth or rapidly evolving organization, with demonstrated success building or scaling recruiting programs and processes
Experience recruiting across multiple functions, disciplines, and levels, including senior-level and specialized roles
Consumer products, consumer goods, retail, or other relevant consumer-focused industry recruiting experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated ability to operate as both a strategic Talent Acquisition leader and hands-on recruiter, moving comfortably between long-term planning and day-to-day execution
Strong business acumen with the ability to understand organizational priorities, translate business needs into talent strategies, and advise senior leaders on hiring decisions
Demonstrated experience designing and implementing structured, scalable recruiting and candidate assessment practices
Strong analytical capabilities with experience defining recruiting metrics, interpreting talent data, identifying trends, and using insights to improve performance and decision-making
Experience with applicant tracking systems, recruiting technology, sourcing platforms, and other tools that support efficient and scalable Talent Acquisition operations
Proven ability to build trusted relationships and influence executives, hiring managers, candidates, and cross-functional partners through credibility, judgment, and clear communication
Strong people leadership skills with demonstrated success coaching, developing, and setting clear expectations for recruiting team members
Creative and resourceful problem solver who is comfortable challenging established approaches, testing new ideas, and adapting quickly as business needs evolve
High level of judgment, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential employee, candidate, and organizational information
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment in which requirements and priorities constantly change
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills with high attention to detail
A self-starter with an ability to complete tasks both independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end recruiting across functions and levels, remaining hands-on with critical, senior-level, and hard-to-fill searches while ensuring consistent execution across all open roles
Partner with the CHRO, executive leadership, Finance, and hiring managers to translate business plans into proactive workforce and recruiting plans
Build and continuously strengthen diverse talent pipelines based on anticipated hiring needs, market dynamics, talent availability, and business priorities
Serve as a trusted talent advisor to leaders, bringing market insights, recruiting expertise, and informed perspectives to hiring decisions while constructively challenging assumptions when needed
Design and continuously improve scalable recruiting processes, including intake and role definition, sourcing, screening, structured interviewing, candidate assessment, selection, and reporting. Establish consistent, effective assessment practices and tools, including competency-based interview guides, evaluation criteria, and interviewer training, to improve the quality and consistency of hiring decisions
Own the candidate experience throughout the recruiting lifecycle, creating thoughtful and differentiated experiences that reflect Frida's culture and deliver a high level of service to candidates and hiring teams
Partner with the People Operations Manager to develop and execute employer branding and talent attraction strategies that strengthen Frida's reputation and ability to compete for exceptional talent
Lead, coach, and develop Talent Acquisition team members through clear expectations, ongoing feedback, mentorship, and professional development
Evaluate recruiting technology, tools, and external resources to improve efficiency, scalability, candidate engagement, and decision-making across the recruiting process
Build and manage relationships with external search partners, establishing clear expectations and using agencies strategically to supplement internal recruiting capabilities when needed
Stay closely connected to talent-market trends and emerging recruiting practices, bringing forward creative, practical solutions that strengthen Frida's ability to attract and hire exceptional talent
Champion accountability, collaboration, candor, and continuous improvement across the hiring process, helping leaders make thoughtful talent decisions while maintaining momentum in a fast-moving environment
Support additional People Team initiatives and projects as business needs evolve

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plan options
Employer paid life insurance
Supplemental insurance options including Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability, Cancer Coverage, and more
FSA & HSA
401k matching up to 4% with immediate vesting
Generous paid time off program including elective PTO days, federal holidays, sick/wellness days, floating holidays, and a birthday day off!
Pregnancy and parental leave
Weekly wellness programming in-office
Dog friendly office
Learning & development opportunities for professional and personal growth
Company-wide events & outings
Annual Day of Service to support our local Miami community
Variety of volunteer opportunities throughout the year
Exclusive employee product discounts