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Founding People & Talent Lead

nikoXtech

Greater Munich Metropolitan Area · Full Time

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Experience
2–5 yrs
Salary
Openings
1
Posted
6 days ago
Work mode
In office
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Job description

About the Role

Join an accelerated growth YC-backed startup by taking full charge of its People & Talent function right from the start. This pivotal role offers a chance to collaborate closely with the founders, define the hiring approach, and develop scalable HR processes as the company grows internationally.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the end-to-end recruitment workflow, including role creation, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.
  • Establish a compelling employer brand to attract top-tier talent throughout the DACH region.
  • Create scalable recruitment frameworks, analytics tools, and operations for effective hiring.
  • Collaborate with founders and department heads on hiring strategies, workforce planning, and organizational structuring.
  • Facilitate performance evaluations, career progression, compensation analysis, and feedback systems.
  • Enhance the company’s visibility in the startup circuit by networking, partnering with universities, and participating in events.

Candidate Profile

  • Experience of 2 to 5 years in Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, or Organizational Development in fast-scaling startups or scale-ups.
  • Demonstrated success in sourcing and hiring outstanding professionals.
  • Analytical thinker with strong capability to execute plans effectively.
  • Excellent communicator with storytelling skills and aptitude for building relationships.
  • Regular user of AI tools like ChatGPT and eager to explore innovative work methodologies.
  • Proficiency in English at C1 level; advanced German skills at C1 level are highly advantageous.

Benefits and Offerings

  • A strategic position with direct impact on business growth.
  • Complete responsibility for People & Talent functions from day one.
  • Close teamwork with the company founders.
  • Attractive salary package coupled with genuine company equity including voting rights.
  • Experience working in a YC-backed startup with challenging growth and learning opportunities.
  • Opportunities for rapid career advancement aligned with international expansion.
  • Modern office located in Munich, prompt decision-making processes, and continuous feedback culture.

Additional Information

Location: Munich, Germany with a hybrid work setup.
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience Required: 2 to 5 years
Language Requirements: English C1 mandatory; German C1 preferred

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