Talent Acquisition Lead

Location: Herndon, VA (hybrid )
Job Title: Talent Acquisition Lead
Job Type: Full-time

About Us:
Assured Data Protection is a global leader in data backup, and disaster recovery managed services, specializing in safeguarding against data loss and downtime in the event of a disaster, cyber, or ransomware attack. Our fully managed services include immutable backup, disaster recovery, and cyber resiliency to protect data on-premises and in the cloud, with 24/7/365 expert support.


We offer a flexible, consumption-based model to grow with your business, making data protection cost-effective and scalable. Our purpose-built software provides industry-leading monitoring and reporting capabilities to provide actionable insights into your data protection strategy. Our global data centers ensure data sovereignty, meeting your organization’s compliance requirements. A dedicated team is always available to recover your data and minimize disruption in the event of a disaster.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Lead to support out next phase of growth. This role is designed to lead our full lifecycle recruiting efforts in a dynamic technical environment. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing and implementing recruiting strategies, sourcing top talent, managing processes, and utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) effectively

Key Responsibilities:

Full Lifecycle Recruiting (Hands On):

• Manage full-cycle recruiting across technical, sales, and corporate roles
• Lead intake meetings to define clear role requirements and expectations
• Build strong candidate pipelines through proactive sourcing and market engagement
• Maintain a high bar for candidate quality and experience

Strategy Development:

• Collaborate with leadership to define and implement innovative recruiting strategies that align with the company’s goals.
• Analyze market trends and competition to position the company as an employer of choice within the technical industry.

Process Improvement:

• Evaluate and improve use of ATS and recruiting tools
• Help build reporting and visibility into recruiting metrics
• Ensure processes are consistent, compliant, and scalable

Hiring Manager Partnership

• Act as a trusted partner to hiring managers, providing guidance on process, market insights, and candidate evaluation
• Ensure a consistent and professional interview experience across all teams
• Help hiring managers make informed, timely decisions

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with hiring managers to understand their needs and ensure alignment in sourcing and selection.
• Maintain strong relationships with external staffing agencies and other recruiting partners.
• Maintain excellent rapport with the candidates, and provide direct feedback along the way
• Oversee and provide support and direction to the hiring efforts in UK office
• Prepare and present regular reports to senior management on recruitment activities and outcomes.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• 8–10+ years of Talent Acquisition experience in corporate environments
• Experience supporting high-growth or scaling organizations
• Exposure to international recruiting (EMEA/APAC preferred)
• Experience working with and optimizing ATS and recruiting systems
• Strong ability to influence hiring managers and drive process adherence
• Proven ability to balance hands-on recruitment with process improvement
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment and manage multiple priorities.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K program with company matching
• A dynamic, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.

Assured Data Protection we value diversity and inclusivity. We offer perks such, flex holidays, robust 401k plan, and flexible working practices to allow our employees to show up as their whole selves. We are an equal-opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.
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