Talent Acquisition Leader, North America - remote based
Location: Remote - North Carolina, United States Job ID: R0132990 Date Posted: 2026-06-04 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Human Resources Job Schedule: Full time Remote: Yes Job Description: The Opportunity Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader advancing sustainable, affordable, and reliable energy solutions. We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Team Leader to drive strategic hiring initiatives across North America while contributing to our global Talent Acquisition (TA) community. This is a remote-based opportunity. In this role, you will lead a high-performing team of Talent Acquisition professionals, shape forward-looking hiring strategies, and play a critical role in transforming how we attract, engage, and hire top talent. You will partner closely with senior business leaders, HR, and global TA counterparts to deliver scalable, data-driven recruitment solutions that support business growth and innovation. This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership, operational delivery, and transformation in a fast-paced, complex, and highly collaborative environment. How You’ll Make an Impact Strategic Leadership & Transformation
- Develop and execute forward-looking talent acquisition strategies aligned with business priorities and workforce plans
- Drive transformation initiatives, including process optimization, digital hiring solutions, and continuous improvement programs
- Leverage market intelligence and talent insights to proactively identify future hiring needs and trends
- Contribute as an active member of the global TA leadership community and support cross-regional initiatives
Stakeholder Partnership & Delivery
- Partner with senior business leaders, HR Business Partners, and Hiring Managers to deliver high-quality hiring outcomes
- Act as a trusted advisor, aligning talent strategies with evolving business needs
- Maintain strong relationships with external agencies and recruitment partners
- Ensure a seamless, inclusive, and high-quality candidate experience across all touchpoints
Team Leadership & Performance
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Talent Acquisition Partners
- Set clear goals, manage performance, and foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning
- Facilitate regular team sessions to review progress, solve challenges, and share best practices
- Champion inclusion, collaboration, and high performance within the team Operational Excellence & Analytics
- Analyze recruitment metrics and KPIs to identify opportunities and improve efficiency
- Implement scalable, data-driven recruitment processes in partnership with HR Operations
- Support change management initiatives, ensuring clear communication and adoption within the team
- Act as a player-coach, contributing hands-on to critical and strategic hiring needs
Your Background
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent experience)
- ~10+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, including 2+ years of experience leading high-performing teams
- Proven success in managing regional or multi-site recruitment functions within a complex, matrixed organization
- Strong experience in driving TA transformation, process improvement, and adoption of innovative sourcing/recruiting technologies
- Demonstrated ability to attract and engage top talent using diverse sourcing strategies
- Exceptional stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills
- Strong analytical mindset, with the ability to leverage data to inform decisions
- Experience leading both strategic initiatives and operational delivery
- Must be eligible to work in the USA without sponsorship
Why Join Us? At Hitachi Energy, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Shape the future of Talent Acquisition in a global, purpose-driven organization
- Drive innovation, transformation, and continuous improvement in how we hire
- Contribute to building a diverse, inclusive, and future-ready workforce
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