Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to join our rapidly growing global organization as the Senior Director of Talent Acquisition. As a key member of our People & Culture department, you will play a crucial role in fueling our expansion by developing and executing talent acquisition strategies to attract, assess, and hire top talent. This role requires a visionary leader with extensive experience in recruitment and team leadership, who can thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth, global environment.

FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays).

Salary range is $165,000-$185,000 plus bonus.

Benefits for FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays).
 
This position will remain open until Oct 1, 2024

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement innovative talent acquisition strategies aligned with the organization's rapid growth objectives.
• Leadership: Provide visionary leadership and direction to the talent acquisition team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and agility.
• Recruitment Process Optimization: Streamline and optimize the recruitment process to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and candidate experience, while adapting to the changing needs of a rapidly growing organization.
• Employer Branding: Partner with marketing and communications teams to enhance employer brand awareness and attract top talent, positioning the organization as an employer of choice in the competitive talent market.
• Talent Pipelining: Develop and maintain robust talent pipelines to ensure a steady flow of qualified candidates to support the organization's rapid growth trajectory.
• Technology Utilization: Leverage cutting-edge technology and data analytics to drive recruitment innovation, improve decision-making, and measure recruitment effectiveness in a rapidly evolving landscape.
• Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to all relevant employment laws, regulations, and internal policies throughout the recruitment process, especially in the context of rapid expansion.
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with external recruitment agencies, vendors, and partners to supplement internal recruitment efforts and scale recruitment operations as needed to support rapid growth.
• Diversity and Inclusion:  Partner with the  DEI team to develop initiatives to attract and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve, driving innovation and excellence through diverse perspectives.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate closely with hiring managers, department heads, and senior leadership to understand evolving hiring needs and align recruitment strategies with rapid growth objectives.
• Metrics and Reporting: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure recruitment effectiveness, track progress, and provide real-time insights to senior leadership to inform strategic decision-making.
• Training and Development: Provide ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities to the OVG organization on best practices to equip them with the skills and capabilities needed to excel in a high-growth environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably in a high-growth environment.
• Prior experience in building a function for an international organization, desired
• Proven track record of success in developing and implementing talent acquisition strategies that support rapid organizational growth and expansion, domestically and Internationally.
• Ability to demonstrate Project Management skills
• Must be able to articulate the ability to navigate a fast-paced, global organization
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate team members to achieve excellence in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders, external partners, and candidates.
• In-depth knowledge of recruitment best practices, employment laws, and HR compliance requirements, with the ability to navigate complexities in a rapidly changing environment.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS), HRIS, and other recruitment technologies to drive efficiency and scalability.
• Specific knowledge with ICIMs (ATS)
• Passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that empowers all employees to thrive.
• Bilingual a plus

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.