Director, Talent Acquisition - C3 AI

C3.ai, Inc. (NYSE:AI) is a leading Enterprise AI software provider for accelerating digital transformation. The proven C3 AI Platform provides comprehensive services to build enterprise-scale AI applications more efficiently and cost-effectively than alternative approaches. The C3 AI Platform supports the value chain in any industry with prebuilt, configurable, high-value AI applications for reliability, fraud detection, sensor network health, supply network optimization, energy management, anti-money laundering, and customer engagement. 

We are looking for an experienced Director of Talent Acquisition to lead and grow our recruiting efforts across a variety of technical and business functions. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a high-performing team of recruiters and creating innovative recruitment strategies to attract top talent in areas such as AI, machine learning, data science, engineering, and business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Talent Acquisition Strategy: Develop and implement a strategic plan to attract and hire exceptional talent across diverse functional areas, including AI, machine learning, data science, engineering, and business leadership.

• Sourcing and Talent Mapping: Build and maintain a robust talent pipeline using a variety of sourcing techniques, industry insights, and strategic partnerships to identify top candidates for both technical and non-technical roles.

• Candidate Assessment: Conduct thorough interviews, reference checks, and evaluations to identify candidates who align with the company’s values and needs. Ensure a seamless and positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.

• Collaboration with Hiring Managers: Partner closely with hiring managers across the organization to understand their hiring needs and ensure that recruitment efforts are aligned with business goals.

• Offer Management and Negotiation: Lead the negotiation process, including compensation, benefits, and other key terms, to secure top candidates.

• Team Leadership and Development: Build and manage a strong team of recruiters, providing coaching, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to ensure success in meeting recruitment goals.

• Executive Search Strategy: Develop and execute a strategic plan to identify, attract, and hire exceptional executive talent across various functional areas, including AI, machine learning, data science, engineering, and business leadership.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with at least 5+ years of experience in executive recruiting (e.g., recruiting senior-level or C-suite talent).

• Strong understanding of the technology sector, with experience recruiting for roles in AI, machine learning, data science, or other technical fields.

• A well-established network of candidates across various industries and roles, with the ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates.

• Proven ability to manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing to offer negotiation.

• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage and influence candidates and internal stakeholders at all levels.

• Experience using Greenhouse Recruiting (ATS) and other recruitment tools to drive efficiency and improve recruitment processes.