Director, Global Talent Acquisition

At Iron Mountain we know that work, when done well, makes a positive impact for our customers, our employees, and our planet. That’s why we need smart, committed people to join us. Whether you’re looking to start your career or make a change, talk to us and see how you can elevate the power of your work at Iron Mountain.

We provide expert, sustainable solutions in records and information management, digital transformation services, data centers, asset lifecycle management, and fine art storage, handling, and logistics. We proudly partner every day with our 225,000 customers around the world to preserve their invaluable artifacts, extract more from their inventory, and protect their data privacy in innovative and socially responsible ways. 

Are you curious about being part of our growth stor​y while evolving your skills in a culture that will welcome your unique contributions? If so, let's start the conversation.

Iron Mountain (NYSE: IRM), a global leader in storage and information management, is trusted by more than 225,000 organizations worldwide, including 95% of the Fortune 1000.  For more than 70 years, we have been a strategic partner in protecting and elevating the power of our customers’ work.

Please note this role is remote-first, meaning you have the flexibility to primarily work from a location of your choosing. However, we believe in the value of in-person collaboration, especially with company leadership. Therefore, there is an expectation for this role to be present in the office 1-2 times per month for key meetings and collaboration. Please consider this (and the feasibility of the commute) when applying to the role.

The Opportunity

As the Director, Global Talent Acquisition, you will be a strategic business partner leading the design and implementation of large-scale global recruiting initiatives. Acting as a trusted advisor and consultant, you will use data, analytics, and intelligence to optimize talent strategies and influence business outcomes. You will lead the evolution of a best in class recruiting function, ensuring our processes, technology, and people align with Iron Mountain’s dynamic business needs. This position will lead the strategy and delivery for all of North America’s 5,000+ annual hires (Corporate, Technology, and Frontline High Volume) as well as oversee global, matrixed recruiting initiatives as part of our global account management model. You will report to the Head of Global Talent Acquisition and be a key member of the leadership team.

Role and Key Responsibilities

Strategic Business Consultation & Strategy Design

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, designing and implementing global recruiting strategies aligned with transformational business goals.

• Partner with leaders across the global HR organization and business units to solve complex talent challenges.

• Use data and market intelligence to drive decisions and maintain a competitive edge in the global talent market.

• Build customized, business unit specific recruitment strategies and processes. Project manage complex, global recruiting initiatives.

Technology Enablement & Process Optimization

• Drive the evolution of our recruitment ecosystem by helping identify new technologies, including AI, to enhance recruiter efficiency and productivity.

• Build customized, business unit specific recruitment strategies and processes. Project manage complex, global recruiting initiatives.

• Ensure continuous improvement of TA technologies and processes to maintain rigor and a high-quality experience.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and inspire the North America delivery team, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability. You are a leader of leaders. 

• Upskill and develop your team through coaching and professional growth opportunities.

• Cultivate a team culture focused on empathy, change management, and operational excellence.

• Act as a thought partner to executives and customers, providing guidance on recruiting best practices and strategy.

The Ideal Candidate Characteristics & Credentials

• Experience: 10+ years progressive Talent Acquisition experience with 5+ years of director level recruiting leadership experience. You have successfully led distributed teams and possess deep expertise in high-volume, corporate, and technical recruiting environments. Experience leading TA within a large, global, matrixed organization is required.

• Consultative Skills: You are a strategic, data-driven leader with a bias for action and accountability. You excel at problem-solving, using data to drive consensus and build trusted partnerships with leaders and cross-functional teams. Customer centricity is at your core. 

• Technology & Innovation: You have a deep understanding of new innovative TA technologies and are passionate about building and optimizing new solutions. Innovation and optimization is at your core and you do not settle for maintenance or the status quo. Strong preference for Workday experience.

• Leadership: You are a seasoned and experienced leader who can build, develop, and motivate high-performing teams. You lead with empathy and integrity, cultivating a high-performance, inclusive culture.