Talent Acquisition Strategy Leader

F5 Networks•Seattle, WA

About The Position

At F5, we strive to bring a better digital world to life. Our teams empower organizations across the globe to create, secure, and run applications that enhance how we experience our evolving digital world. We are passionate about cybersecurity, from protecting consumers from fraud to enabling companies to focus on innovation. Everything we do centers around people. That means we obsess over how to make the lives of our customers, and their customers, better. And it means we prioritize a diverse F5 community where each individual can thrive. This role operates at the intersection of talent strategy, operational excellence, and business enablement. The Talent Acquisition Strategy Leader is a critical strategic partner, driving innovation and operational efficiency across a global organization. By designing and executing cutting-edge talent acquisition strategies, programs, and processes, this position will enhance the candidate experience and enable scalable, data-driven growth for F5.

Requirements

7–10 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition or HR strategy , program management, or related areas.
Proven experience independently supporting or independently leading medium-to-large-scale, cross-functional strategic projects from concept to measured outcome.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience translating complex or ambiguous information into clear project plans and solutions.
Solid understanding of strategic HR/ Talent Acquisition principles and how various talent components integrate to enable business strategy.
Demonstrated success in collaborating with talent acquisition business partner teams and leading global initiatives.
Exceptional Project & Program Management: Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strategic & Analytical Thinker: Comfortable with translating strategy into actionable plans and using data to drive innovation and decision-making.
Influential Communicator: Excellent written and verbal communication, capable of engaging and influencing stakeholders across all levels.
Collaborative Partner: A highly effective team player who fosters relationships and coordinates efforts across departments.
Problem-Solver: A proactive and resourceful individual able to identify challenges and deliver creative, lasting solutions in the talent acquisition space.

Responsibilities

Serve as a key operational partner to the Vice President of Talent Acquisition, providing support in strategic planning, goal setting, and tracking of talent acquisition priorities.
Translate overarching talent acquisition strategies into tailored, business-level roadmaps.
Develop, maintain , and execute plans of actionable initiatives aligned with both local business objectives and broader organizational goals.
Lead preparation and coordination for key business reviews and leadership meetings, including presentations, talking points, and data-driven narratives articulating talent acquisition strategy and its impact.
Drive strategic initiatives and manage complex projects on behalf of talent acquisition leadership, often requiring cross-functional collaboration and high levels of discretion.
Build collaborative relationships with cr oss-functional People & Culture teams (e.g., Total Rewards, People Strategy & Experience, HR Business Partners) for cohesive and integrated talent strategies.
Act as a trusted advisor and resource for stakeholders, driving alignment on talent acquisition program implementation, strategy, and objectives .
Manage the operational cadence for the talent acquisition team, ensuring effective facilitation of team meetings, tracking action items, and follow- through decisions.
Continuously optimize talent acquisition processes and tools, driving consistency and operational efficiency globally.
Oversee implementation of cyclical programs such as campus recruiting, leadership hiring programs, and seasonal workforce planning.