Job description
At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.
Lyft is looking for an experienced and strategic leader to join our team as the Senior Director, Talent Acquisition. This is a critical role that will shape the future of our company by leading the strategy and execution of our global talent acquisition efforts. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, this leader will be responsible for attracting, hiring, and retaining top-tier talent that aligns with our mission.
The ideal candidate is a visionary leader who excels at building and scaling high-performing talent acquisition teams in a fast-paced environment. You will serve as a key strategic partner to executive leadership on all talent-related matters. You are passionate about fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are deeply curious about emerging technologies. You aren’t afraid to experiment with new tools and are excited to lean into AI to enhance recruiting strategies, improve efficiency, and make data-driven decisions.
Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of talent acquisition professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and hiring managers, providing market insights, talent intelligence, and strategic recommendations to meet business needs.
- Develop and execute a comprehensive, data-driven talent acquisition strategy that aligns with Lyft’s business goals and long-term vision.
- Oversee the entire recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening to onboarding, leveraging data and technology to optimize efficiency and ensure a positive candidate experience.
- Develop and manage the talent acquisition budget, allocating resources effectively to achieve hiring goals.
- Ensure all hiring practices and processes are compliant with relevant labor laws and regulations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across the organization (HR, Legal, Finance, etc.) and with external partners, including vendors and recruiting agencies.
- Lead employer branding strategies to attract top talent and create a compelling candidate value proposition, leveraging data and insights to tell our company’s story effectively.
- Champion the strategic integration of AI and other technology-forward approaches into the talent acquisition lifecycle to enhance efficiency, personalize the candidate experience, and optimize hiring outcomes.
Experience:
- 15+ years of experience in talent acquisition, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, preferably within the technology or mobility sector.
- Proven success in building and leading high-performing, geographically distributed talent acquisition teams.
- Deep expertise in developing and implementing innovative talent strategies, particularly in a high-growth environment.
- Strong business acumen and a data-driven approach to decision-making, with the ability to leverage metrics to inform strategy and demonstrate ROI.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in utilizing AI and tech-driven tools to enhance recruiting practices and stay ahead of emerging trends.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and dynamic environment.
Benefits:
- Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled
- Mental health benefits
- Family building benefits
- Child care and pet benefits
- 401(k) plan to help save for your future
- In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off
- 18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible
- Subsidized commuter benefits
- Lyft Pink - Lyft team members get an exclusive opportunity to test new benefits of our Ridership Program
Lyft is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that fosters belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule — Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Your recruiter can share more information about the various in-office perks Lyft offers. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid
The expected base pay range for this position in the San Francisco area is $220,000 - $275,000. In addition to the base pay, this role is eligible for competitive equity awards, bonuses, and benefits. You can read more about Lyft’s employee benefits here . [https://www.lyft.com/careers/life-at-lyft]
Total compensation is dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.
