Director, Talent Acquisition

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Director of Talent Acquisition to lead our recruiting function in a high-growth, high-volume environment. at CyrusOne. This role will design and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy, leveraging AI-driven solutions, advanced analytics, and innovative sourcing techniques to attract top talent nationwide. The ideal candidate should have deep experience in executive-level recruiting, vendor management, and employment branding within the technology or data center industry.

Essential functions:

• Own and execute an enterprise-wide talent acquisition strategy aligned with CyrusOne’s short- and long-term business objectives.
• Design and continuously improve scalable recruiting processes and capacity models that support sustained high-volume hiring across multiple locations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Talent Acquisition team, setting clear expectations and accountability for results.
• Lead high-volume recruiting efforts across exempt and non-exempt roles, including critical, hard-to-fill, and leadership positions.
• Develop and manage hiring plans, timelines, and sequencing for large-scale initiatives such as new data center openings and other growth programs.
• Partner with HR, Facilities, Finance, and business leaders to forecast workforce needs and align hiring plans with budget, timing, and operational readiness.
• Establish and use recruiting metrics and analytics to monitor performance, identify risks, and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide clear, executive-ready updates on hiring progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Strengthen CyrusOne’s employer brand across key markets and talent segments.
• Ensure a consistent, high-quality candidate experience from application through onboarding.
• Leverage recruiting technology, automation, and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and pipeline quality.
• Manage third-party staffing partners and vendors to ensure scalability, quality, and cost effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
   

Competencies & Leadership Attributes:

• Ability to align talent acquisition strategies with long-term business goals.
• Leverages analytics and insights for informed recruiting decisions.
• Build strong relationships and influence stakeholders across all levels.
• Champions creative sourcing strategies and technology-driven solutions.
• Mentors and develops a recruiting team for high performance.
• Communicates effectively and confidently with senior leadership.
• Thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
   

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive recruiting experience, including 5+ years leading a recruiting team.
• Proven success in high-volume, high-growth environments within technology or data center industry.
• Experience with Workday is strongly preferred.
• Experience with LinkedIn Recruiter and similar sourcing and staffing tools strongly preferred.
• Expertise in executive-level recruiting and vendor management.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in recruiting metrics and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI and automation for recruitment efficiencies.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• advanced degree preferred.

Education / Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.

CyrusOne is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

CyrusOne provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws. We will respond to requests for reasonable accommodations to assist you in applying for positions at CyrusOne, or to submit a resume.