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ElevenlabsTalent Lead
ElevenLabs is an AI research and product company specializing in speech, audio, and agentic technologies. The firm operates globally with hubs in London, New York, San…
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ElevenLabs is an AI research and product company specializing in speech, audio, and agentic technologies. The firm operates globally with hubs in London, New York, San Francisco, and Warsaw, serving millions of users and thousands of businesses. As a remote-first Talent Lead, you will direct the global talent acquisition function across Research, Engineering, GTM, and Operations. This position involves leading a team of 20 to 30 recruiters, sourcers, and operations…
Job Description
ElevenLabs is an AI research and product company specializing in speech, audio, and agentic technologies. The firm operates globally with hubs in London, New York, San Francisco, and Warsaw, serving millions of users and thousands of businesses. As a remote-first Talent Lead, you will direct the global talent acquisition function across Research, Engineering, GTM, and Operations. This position involves leading a team of 20 to 30 recruiters, sourcers, and operations professionals, reporting directly to the Operations Lead, and partnering closely with the People team.
The role requires an experienced talent leader who can transition the recruiting engine into a strategic advisory partner. You will scale operations, integrate company products into hiring processes, and maintain a hands-on approach to critical searches. The ideal candidate has previously managed large-scale talent acquisition functions at fast-growing companies and possesses deep familiarity with markets across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.
Responsibilities
- Manage the complete talent function across Research, GTM, Engineering and Product, and G&A hiring.
- Oversee Talent Operations including ATS configuration, headcount tracking, hiring velocity metrics, and recruiter tooling.
- Design next-generation talent organization structures and incorporate AI-driven processes.
- Partner strategically with department heads and hiring managers regarding market intelligence and pipeline health.
- Build a robust talent brand through candidate experience, community engagement, events, and creative sourcing.
- Coach and develop a team of 20 to 30 recruiters, sourcers, and talent operations personnel.
- Collaborate with functional leaders across Research, Engineering, GTM, and Operations on workforce strategy.
Requirements
- Proven background leading large talent acquisition functions at high-growth companies with high-volume hiring experience.
- Hands-on recruiting expertise capable of managing critical searches directly.
- Demonstrated experience as a people leader in building, developing, and retaining recruiting talent.
- Proficiency in designing systems, tooling, and workflows to support a team utilizing AI.
- Experience collaborating with People, Finance, and business leaders on headcount planning and compensation.
- Track record of advising executives and founders on workforce planning.
- Recruitment experience across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions.
Core Skills
Benefits
- Annual discretionary stipend for professional development and learning.
- Annual discretionary stipend for social travel and meeting colleagues.
- Annual team offsite in international locations.
- Monthly co-working stipend for individuals not located near main hubs.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this role remote?
Yes, this is a remote-first role that can be executed from anywhere, with the ability to operate from New York or London strongly preferred. Employees also have the option to work from company offices in London, New York, San Francisco, and Warsaw.
What is the employment type?
The posting specifies a full-time employment type.
When is the application deadline?
Applications close on 13 November 2026, and the company reviews submissions on a rolling basis.
What is the salary for this position?
The salary is not stated in the job posting.
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