Head of Talent Acquisition (Portugal) Lisboa

Head of Talent Acquisition (Portugal)
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

INSCALE is an impactful IT scaling partner for people and businesses. We unite tech talent with
- thinking organizations, building a powerful partnership that pushes both toward the next level. We help our clients achieve scalable growth by combining our proven IT expertise with
- leading talent acquisition strategies and nearly two decades of industry
- how. Our core service is the attraction of the world's best tech talents and the creation of dedicated tech teams, whether remote,
- house, or in global tech hubs. With operations in 21 countries and specialized tech hubs in 6 locations our approach is founded on rigorous analysis, deep market understanding, and a commitment to
- term success.

We are seeking a strategic and tactically strong Head of Talent Acquisition to shape the Talent Acquisition strategy for the Portuguese market. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact by driving the recruitment of top tech talent for INSCALE and our clients, spanning various projects and regions.

Your leadership will be pivotal in building a
- performing, agile team that delivers exceptional recruitment outcomes through streamlined, efficient, and diverse hiring practices. Your main responsibilities cover Strategic Oversight, Team Leadership & Development, Client Partnerships, Talent Pipeline Management, Metrics-Driven Execution and Continuous Improvement.

As Head of Talent Acquisition, you will be responsible for:

• Designing, developing, and executing
  - thinking talent acquisition strategies aligned with INSCALE’s objectives, ensuring scalability to meet the changing needs of our clients and markets.
• Leading, coaching, and developing a
  - performing Talent Acquisition team that excels at seeking, engaging, hiring, and retaining
  - tier tech talent while fostering a strong, positive employment brand.
• Building trusted partnerships with international clients, understanding their unique needs, and delivering recruitment solutions that align with their goals. You'll engage directly in
  - sales recruitment meetings to enhance our Sales team’s offerings.
• Continuously developing talent pipelines with a focus on proactive headhunting, talent mapping, and diverse candidate sourcing for current and future roles.
• Monitoring recruitment metrics, such as
  -
  - hire and
  -
  - hire, to inform strategies and enhance process efficiency. Reporting regularly to the Global Head of Talent Acquisition.
• Driving innovation and excellence across all sourcing, selection, and employer branding initiatives, implementing best practices, and leveraging AI and other advanced recruitment tools to enhance the candidate experience and streamline operations.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

We are looking for a seasoned Talent Acquisition leader who embodies both strategic vision and
- on operational expertise. Key qualifications include:

• Proven success in a senior Talent Acquisition role (10+ years in IT recruitment, 7+ years in headhunting), with the ability to manage and inspire teams of 15-20 technical recruiters/ leads across multiple countries.
• Demonstrated experience in active headhunting and using advanced sourcing techniques beyond job portals, including social media and AI-driven tools, with a track record of engaging passive candidates.
• Skilled in managing client relationships and aligning recruitment processes with client goals, including requirements gathering and candidate profiling.
• Deep understanding of the full recruitment lifecycle, including candidate assessment, bottleneck analysis, and ongoing improvement of recruitment processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to build and maintain relationships with internal teams, external partners, and candidates.

What We Offer:

• A critical leadership role within an agile,
  - focused organization dedicated to your professional development.
• Collaborate with international clients and tech professionals on impactful projects in a supportive, inclusive, and empowering culture.
• Attractive package with comprehensive health benefits, learning opportunities, and a supportive
  - life balance.

Qualifications:

• Over 10 years of experience in recruiting IT professionals, with a proven track record of building
  - performing technical teams for diverse clients.
• More than 7 years of dedicated experience in active headhunting for senior and specialized IT roles, skilled in identifying and attracting
  - tier talent globally.
• Strong foundational and practical knowledge of key IT development platforms, programming languages, and industry terminology, enabling precise assessments of candidate qualifications.
• Expertise in defining both technical and soft skill requirements for roles, collaborating with hiring managers to tailor recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with customers and
  - functional colleagues, ensuring alignment and delivering a positive recruitment experience.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in BA, HR, or other related fields.

Traveling:

Willingness to travel for local networking events and occasional international travel based on project requirements.

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology and Human Resources

Industries

Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting and Technology, Information and Media