Global Leadership Recruiter

inDrive

inDrive

People & HR
United Kingdom
Posted on Jan 20, 2026

Responsibilities

  • Owns the recruitment of Leadership Hiring ie Directors, Senior Directors and VP (Grades 14 to 16 incl)
  • Owns the coordination of recruitment of Country Managers globally via support from in-region TA teams.
  • Supports TA Director on SVP/C-level searches.
  • Manages one dedicated Leadership Talent Scout (aka Leadership Sourcer).
  • Responsible for developing longer-range talent pipelines for Succession gaps and business growth initiatives.
  • Reviews search firm needs and builds usage cases for approval by TA Director.
  • Initiates and coordinates with external search firm partners.
Success Metrics
  • Reducing Time to Fill (days to offer acceptance).
  • Improving the quality of hire (tenure and probation pass rate).
  • Reducing search firm costs (usage & pricing).
  • Improving leadership hire onboarding and reducing time to productivity.
  • Influences the consistency of hiring quality and capability for Country Managers/Leaders.
  • Partnering with and consulting on longer-range talent requirements.

Qualifications

  • Client Consultation: Work with clients to understand the specific requirements, goals, and cultural dynamics of senior-level positions.
  • Strategic Sourcing: Employ proactive “headhunting” methods and extensive research to identify and attract candidates from professional networks, rather than relying solely on job ads.
  • Candidate Evaluation: Conduct in-depth assessments, including initial interviews, review of CVs and work history, and background checks, to ensure candidates are qualified and a good fit.
  • Market Insight: Stay informed about industry trends, competitor movements, and leadership competencies to provide strategic hiring insights.
  • Process Management: Oversee the entire recruitment lifecycle, from initial contact and screening to final offer negotiation and placement.
  • Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong relationships with potential candidates and client stakeholders
  • Exceptional Communication: Articulate vision, persuade candidates, negotiate effectively, and build rapport with diverse professionals.
  • Persuasion and Influence: The ability to convince high-demand professionals to consider new opportunities and leave their current roles.
  • Discretion and Confidentiality: Handle sensitive information related to clients and candidates with utmost professionalism.
  • Research and Networking: Proactively search professional networks, industry events, and social media to find qualified candidates.
  • Industry Expertise: Deep understanding of market conditions and the specific skills required for various leadership roles.
  • Business Acumen: Ability to grasp client business needs and assess how candidates align with corporate goals.
Experience
  • 10+ years in Recruitment with at least 3+ year in leadership search.
  • Experience in a global or multi-regional, high-growth environment.
  • Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal
Mindset
  • Highly structured, operational, and scalable thinker
  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and process-driven, passionate about improving the quality of hire and
  • candidate and stakeholder experience
  • Forward thinking and relationship-driven
  • Tenacious with a strong bias for solutioning
  • Trusted partner to senior leadership globally

Conditions & Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Hybrid work mode and flexible schedule
  • Access to professional counseling services, including psychological, financial, and legal support
  • Diverse internal training programs
  • Partially or fully paid additional training courses
  • All necessary work equipment