Sr Director, Global Talent Acquisition

Illumina•San Diego, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Position Summary The Senior Director of Global Talent Acquisition serves as Illumina’s enterprise-wide strategic leader for attracting, engaging and hiring top talent. This role is accountable for shaping and executing a global recruiting strategy, while driving consistent global processes, and championing a technology-forward, AI-enabled recruiting ecosystem. As a strategic leader, the Senior Director plays a critical role in building organizational capability and has a direct impact on Illumina’s growth, innovation, and culture. This role reports to the VP, Total Rewards, Talent and Corporate Social Responsibility.

Requirements

Strategic, enterprise mindset with the ability to translate business goals into integrated talent acquisition strategies
Demonstrated expertise in executive recruiting and influencing senior-level stakeholders
Strong analytical and data-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making
Inspirational leadership style that builds trust, drives performance, and strengthens cross-functional partnerships
Agile and adaptable, thriving in fast-paced, complex global environments
Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 20 years of related experience, with 12+ years of Management experience

Nice To Haves

Proven success leading global recruiting strategies across multiple regions
Expertise in employer branding, workforce planning, and modern recruitment technologies (ATS, CRM, AI-driven sourcing)
Experience leading enterprise-wide, high-volume recruitment initiatives
Biotechnology or technology industry experience preferred
Blend of corporate, agency and executive search experience highly valued
Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree in related field preferred

Responsibilities

Partner with leaders to align global talent acquisition strategy with enterprise business goals and long-range workforce plans
Work with leaders to forecast global talent needs and build proactive, scalable hiring strategies that deliver high-impact results
Lead executive recruiting, ensuring Illumina attracts and hires top-tier leadership talent capable of driving global growth and innovation
Embed enterprise and global mindset into all TA programs, ensuring consistency, scalability, and alignment across regions and business units
Leverage advanced analytics, market intelligence, and competitive insights to guide decision-making and influence stakeholders
Drive initiatives that strengthen the employee value proposition and employer brand, elevating the candidate experience across all global markets
Oversee recruitment operations across, ensuring process excellence, compliance with local labor laws, and unified stakeholder experience
Champion adoption of technologies, AI-driven tools, and digital capabilities to enhance efficiency, scalability, and candidate engagement
Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of talent acquisition professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovation