Global Talent Acquisition Director

About ZURU

ZURU is driven to transform industries and foster change through innovation and automation, operating across three main pillars: innovative toys, cutting-edge technology for construction, and pioneering FMCG brands that cater to contemporary consumers. Established in 2003 by brothers Nick and Mat Mowbray, recognized entrepreneurs, ZURU now comprises over 5,000 team members worldwide in more than 30 countries. The company is globally recognized for brands such as Bunch O Balloons, Mini Brands, and MONDAY Haircare.

Role Purpose

ZURU prioritizes hiring top talent and currently maintains two Talent Acquisition (TA) operations: one serving New Zealand, Australia, the Americas, and Europe, and another in China. This role aims to unify both into one cohesive global function with unified standards, data, and a strategic pipeline to support ZURU's rapid growth.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead an integrated global TA strategy across International and China regions, elevating them to a single unified standard.
• Anticipate and support hiring demands aligned with ZURU’s growth exceeding 30% annually.
• Ensure hiring processes and candidate experiences are consistent worldwide regardless of location.
• Provide leaders with clear guidance and enable rapid recruitment execution without micromanagement.
• Evaluate and restructure TA function including team roles, workflows, and key performance indicators to address recruitment challenges and support growth.
• Design resource allocation models to reflect organizational expansion.
• Develop frameworks, standardized processes, and promote widespread adoption.
• Empower hiring managers through training and clear frameworks to manage recruitment aspects independently.
• Optimize TA systems and tools to streamline onboarding and effectiveness of new team members.
• Oversee early careers and campus recruitment programs to ensure strategic alignment, structural clarity, and continuous improvement benefiting all markets.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing to craft employer branding strategies and campaigns that position ZURU attractively to prospective candidates globally, especially in emerging markets.
• Own the employer value proposition and ensure an outstanding candidate experience worldwide.
• Establish proactive candidate sourcing and pipeline building functions to foster relationships ahead of open roles.
• Integrate AI technologies in sourcing, screening, scheduling, and assessments to automate repetitive tasks and enhance recruitment efficiency.
• Drive accountability via impactful KPIs, forecasting, and reporting, elevating TA into a disciplined business function.
• Mentor TA Managers to develop capabilities for future director-level leadership.

Required Skills and Experience

• Extensive leadership experience in Talent Acquisition across multiple countries, ideally bridging Western and Greater China markets.
• Proven ability to redesign TA functions, including team structure, processes, and resource planning to accommodate rapid growth.
• Strong expertise in data-driven TA management, including reporting and forecasting.
• Interest and insight into AI’s impact on recruitment and the capability to integrate relevant innovations effectively.
• Experience coaching and empowering hiring managers to enhance their recruitment involvement.
• Capability to simultaneously manage strategic planning and operational delivery in a streamlined team environment.
• Willingness to travel regularly to China to unify global TA teams.
• Ability to navigate complex challenges and excel in bridging strategic vision and practical execution.
• Proven relationship-building skills and adaptability in fast-paced, evolving environments.

Work Culture and Benefits

At ZURU, the culture is high-performing and growth-oriented, encouraging continuous learning and excellence while maintaining an enjoyable work environment. Employees are empowered to own their career paths with numerous unmatched growth opportunities due to ZURU’s high expansion pace.

• Culture focused on professional growth
• Health and wellness benefits
• Opportunities for global exposure
• Work alongside top-performing colleagues
• Competitive compensation package
• Complimentary fresh fruit, coffee, and stocked fridges

Location

This position is based in Auckland, New Zealand, and requires onsite work with frequent travel to China.