Head of Talent Acquisition

We are seeking a "Talent Acquisition Manager/Head" for a leading global bank, an experienced strategic thinker who can shape, elevate, and lead the bank’s Talent Acquisition function within a large-scale, high-impact financial institution.

Ideal Profile

• Operates effectively in a high-performance, customer-centric, and excellence-driven organization.
• Visionary TA leader with deep strategic expertise and strong business acumen.
• Skilled in managing and strengthening the bank’s end-to-end recruitment function.
• Proven ability to attract, hire, and retain top-tier talent across all banking disciplines.

If you are a seasoned TA leader with 10+ years of experience and a strong understanding of the strategic talent demands of modern banking, this role is an excellent fit.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and continuously optimize Talent Acquisition strategies that support the staffing needs of core banking units such as Corporate, Retail, Treasury, Risk, and Operations.
• Partner closely with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) to align recruitment efforts with workforce planning, talent development, and succession strategies.
• Develop targeted sourcing approaches to identify experienced banking professionals, including specialists in compliance, risk management, regulatory areas, and senior commercial roles.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the TA team while enhancing recruitment processes to ensure speed, quality, and an exceptional candidate experience.
• Champion the bank’s Employee Value Proposition (EVP), promoting its culture of stability, expertise, and long-term career growth.
• Use HR analytics and recruitment metrics to improve effectiveness and drive accountability.
• Ensure all recruitment activities adhere to regulatory and compliance standards within the financial industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition; at least 5 years in a leadership/managerial role.
• Banking or Financial Services sector experience is highly preferred.
• Strong track record in recruiting for senior and specialized roles such as Credit Risk, Audit, Compliance, Commercial Banking, and Treasury.
• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with HRBPs and senior business leaders.
• Experience in designing and executing sourcing and employer branding strategies, particularly on platforms like LinkedIn.
• High proficiency in ATS platforms and modern HR technologies.
• Excellent command of Turkish and English, both written and spoken.