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Job purpose  

The Director of Talent leads BELAY's Talent department — sourcing, vetting, contracting, and placing independent contractors to meet client and placement demands. This results-driven leader thrives in a fast-paced environment and builds scalable talent-acquisition strategies to support BELAY's growth.

This leader drives a high-performing team with passion and optimism to exceed contractor supply and quality goals, while staying responsive, detail-oriented, and technologically savvy.

Essential Functions 

As a BELAY Corporate Team member, you will professionally represent the company in all virtual and in-person interactions. You are expected to exemplify our mission, vision, and core values while fostering a collaborative and positive team environment.

Team Leadership Responsibilities

• Develop direct reports as an extension of BELAY's leadership principles and hold them accountable to company goals.
• Set vision and strategy for the Talent team, and advise executive leadership on workforce and contractor supply planning.
• Keep the team current on new technologies, best practices, and efficiency recommendations.
• Stay current on staffing industry trends, rates, and compliance; ensure interviewing, vetting, contracting, and placement meet federal and state law.
• Serve as the expert on employment and independent contractor law, including Independent Contractor Agreements.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex contractor relations, investigations, and legal or staffing risk.
• Promote a culture of innovation and excellence through strong recruiting knowledge, business acumen, and continuous learning.
• Build leadership capability through coaching, talent reviews, and succession planning.
• Hold regular one-on-ones with direct reports for coaching, feedback, and escalation management.

Operational Responsibilities

• Meet company goals and metrics that drive high client and contractor satisfaction.
• Oversee sourcing and lead generation to build and maintain a strong contractor pipeline.
• Partner with Marketing to position the BELAY brand as a top contracting opportunity.
• Ensure the Talent team is trained and equipped to recruit, vet, and place contractors across verticals.
• Own the contracting and placement process; propose improvements that accelerate placement and reduce DSO.
• Own department technology (e.g., Fountain, Job Board, contractor matching) to maximize efficiency, reporting, and analytics.
• Spearhead contract changes and keep interviewing, vetting, and contracting compliant with law.
• Recommend process, system, and department changes as the business grows.
• Develop and review reporting against plans and metrics to support evidence-based decisions.

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

• Partner with legal counsel on compliance with employment and independent contractor law.
• Establish Talent department policies and risk-management standards.
• Oversee due diligence and contractor integration for new markets or business expansion.

Total Rewards & Departmental Strategy

• Partner with the CFO and Finance on the Talent department budget and investment decisions.
• Own departmental budget creation and adherence.
• Set long-term Talent priorities and operating plans aligned with BELAY's people strategy.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in the staffing industry or a large staffing/talent-acquisition department, ideally with multi-vertical or high-growth placement operations. Recruiting or sales team leadership experience is a plus.

• BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience.
• Proven success managing contractor relations, legal escalations, and compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM certification, ASA Certified Staffing Professional (CSP), or comparable credential preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Driven self-starter who is flexible, creative, organized, and action-oriented.
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and change-management skills.
• Team player willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done.
• High degree of autonomy with the ability to work remotely.
• Demonstrated success leading teams through growth and process improvement.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to changing business needs

Working Conditions

BELAY is a remote-first organization. This role requires a dedicated home office, regular use of virtual collaboration tools, and a work schedule that aligns with business needs and BELAY's core collaboration hours. Occasional travel or flexibility outside standard business hours may be required based on the role.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use.
• Frequent participation in virtual meetings.
• Ability to communicate effectively through video conferencing, email, and phone.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Direct Reports

• Talent Manager
• Team Administrator

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change from time to time based on business needs, and team members may be assigned additional duties as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BELAY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. 

Salary range

$125,500 plus an eligible annual bonus of up to $20,000

Location Requirements:

This role is remote within the U.S. However, due to employment and tax compliance considerations, we are currently unable to hire employees in the following states: California, New York, Illinois, Oregon.

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