Head of talent acquisition Jobs in Bochum

Your Strategic Partner for HR, Payroll & Headhunting Solutions

TheHRChapter is looking for a Director of Talent Acquisition 100% Freelance  to join our team and lead our growth in international recruitment and executive search!

We are a boutique, people-centered consultancy working across regions with startups, scaleups, and purpose-driven organizations. At TheHRChapter, we believe recruitment can be both strategic and human. Now, we're ready to take it to the next level.

You will work remotely and collaborate with a diverse, dynamic team passionate about redefining how companies grow their teams across borders.

About your functions and responsibilities

The Director of Talent Acquisition reports directly to the CEO and CTO, and will lead our strategic recruitment delivery , while playing a key role in our commercial growth .

This is a contractor / freelance position with 100% performance-based compensation , designed for someone with a proven background in international executive search, commercial acumen, and team leadership.

You will guide and mentor our recruiters and talent partners, manage long-term client relationships, and act as a strategic partner to founders and business leaders. You will also help us shape and improve our internal tools and processes to scale with purpose.

You will work remotely and lead talent initiatives across multiple regions, sectors, and functions.

You will be responsible for :

• Managing and expanding client relationships , ensuring alignment with their values, vision, and talent needs.
• Leading end-to-end recruitment delivery , with high-quality standards and fast-paced execution.
• Supporting the development of our team through training, mentorship, and best practice sharing.
• Acting as a strategic advisor to clients and an ambassador of TheHRChapter in industry forums.
• Collaborating with our marketing team on employer branding and visibility strategies.
• Innovating in talent sourcing , applying automation tools, Boolean logic, and AI-based platforms.
• Driving improvements in ATS / CRM systems , defining KPIs, and implementing agile recruitment frameworks.
• Co-creating our commercial growth strategy in collaboration with leadership.

What do you need to be successful?

What you can expect from us?

Full flexibility and autonomy in a remote setting

Direct collaboration with TheHRChapter’s leadership team

Access to high-impact projects with international clients

Performance-based compensation and potential equity in the future

Opportunity to co-create and scale our talent acquisition function

A company culture built on trust, innovation, and human connection

Please note : There is no base salary for this role, at least initially. Compensation is performance-based and structured as follows :

Depending on the volume of clients you generate, the compensation model may evolve into a base salary + commission structure.

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