Head of Global Talent Acquisition (all genders)

tonies GmbH•Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

tonies® is the globally leading interactive audio platform for children with more than 10 million Tonieboxes and 125 million Tonies sold. The intuitive and award-winning audio system has changed the way young children play and learn independently with its child-safe, wireless, and screen-free approach. Tonieboxes have been activated in over 100 countries, and our content portfolio includes around 1,400 Tonies in several languages. Since our inception, tonies has achieved significant milestones, including listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, and we now have a globally present team of over 550 dedicated professionals. Joining our team means being part of an inspiring mission to create innovative and meaningful experiences for children around the world. At tonies, everything revolves around stories, and we need a master storyteller to help us find the characters for our next chapter! As our Head of Global Talent Acquisition, you aren’t just a "recruiter-in-chief"; you are the architect of our global growth and the guardian of our unique culture. Reporting to our CHRO, you will lead a team of talented recruiters across the US, UK, and Germany. Your mission is to harmonise our global hiring efforts while ensuring that, whether we are hiring in Boston, London, Berlin or Düsseldorf, the experience feels as magical as the first time a child places a Tonie on a box. You’ll be a strategic partner, a mentor, and the driving force behind a data-driven TA function that scales as fast as our imagination.

Requirements

Scale-up experience in a fast-growing company, with the ability to build effective structures without losing company soul.
Expertise in Ashby or similar high-growth ATS tools, with a passion for using data to tell a story.
Proven track record of leading international teams in the US, UK, and Germany.
Located in the US (East Coast), UK (near London), or Germany (Berlin/Düsseldorf).
Thrive in a cross-border environment.
Mandatory English language skills.
Candid, caring, and professional communication style, with a sense of humor.

Nice To Haves

German language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Mentor and lead a team across the UK, US, and Germany, fostering a "one team" community.
Build and refine global TA processes from startup hustle to scale-up smooth.
Champion the use of Ashby, ensuring it's a powerful engine for data-driven decisions and a seamless candidate journey.
Lead recruiting for senior leadership and executive roles, acting as a trusted advisor to top management.
Partner with People Partners and Hiring Managers to forecast needs and build high-performing teams.
Ensure employer brand shines globally, making tonies the most sought-after home for top-tier talent.
Turn raw data into a clear roadmap, using insights to fine-tune operations and ensure smart, human hiring decisions.