Director, Talent Acquisition

GumGum is the contextual-first technology leader transforming digital advertising with AI-powered, non-invasive data and media solutions. We champion effective advertising that uplifts and respects consumers. Our proprietary Contextual, Attention, and Creative solutions create the perfect match between a brand and a consumer in the right moment and mindset. Founded in 2008, GumGum is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, and operates in 19+ markets.
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GumGum is hiring a Director of Talent Acquisition to modernize and elevate our global TA function. This role reports directly to the Chief People Officer and serves as a core member of the GumGum People (HR) Leadership Team.
Our recruiting engine is strong and dependable. As the business evolves, we’re ready to elevate the function to be more strategic, metrics-driven, and commercially aligned. We are looking for a leader who will move the function from solid execution to disciplined, metrics-driven, commercially aligned talent acquisition.
This is a true player-coach role. Approximately 50% of this role will be dedicated to personally leading high-priority searches, particularly within GTM and Sales. The remaining 50% will focus on building strategy, systems, capability, and performance discipline across the function.
If you are looking for a purely strategic oversight role, this is not it.
Note: GumGum fosters a flexible work environment, offering GumGummers the ability to work either in-office or remotely/from home. However, for occasional in-person collaboration, we kindly ask that this position be located within a 'commutable' distance to our office.
What You'll Achieve
TA Strategy and Operating Model
Design and evolve GumGum’s global TA strategy aligned to business priorities and workforce planning
Establish clear hiring prioritization frameworks in partnership with Sales, Technology, Customer Success, Operations, and executive leadership
Move the function from reactive requisition fulfillment to proactive talent partnership
Define where recruiting effort should be concentrated — and where it should not
Ensure global consistency across the US, Canada, Mexico, UK, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, France, Australia, and Japan
Metrics, Reporting, and Accountability
Build dashboards and reporting that drive decisions, not just visibility
Use data to redirect effort and improve hiring outcomes
Foster a culture of accountability within the TA team
Provide clear, executive-ready insight to leadership
Directing Recruiting and Execution
Personally lead a portfolio of high-impact searches, particularly GTM and revenue-generating roles
Partner credibly with Sales leadership on role definition, candidate calibration, and closing strategy
Step into complex, sensitive, or Director+ searches when needed
Model speed, rigor, and ownership in execution
Team Leadership and Capability Building
Lead and develop a lean global TA team
Elevate the Talent Acquisition team members through coaching and performance expectations
Fully leverage TA Operations to increase sourcing efficiency and process discipline
Assess capability gaps and recommend thoughtful scaling decisions
Set a high bar for professionalism, candidate experience, and hiring manager partnership
Process and Technology Modernization
Evaluate and improve recruiting workflows, systems, and automation
Ensure TA is technically adept and leveraging tools effectively
Assess external vendor usage and ensure strong ROI
Continuously refine recruiting methodology to increase predictability and quality
Skills You'll Bring
10+ years of progressive Talent Acquisition experience
Proven experience leading or rebuilding a TA function at Sr. Manager / Director level or equivalent
Demonstrated ability to design and execute TA strategy in lean, high-expectation environments
Strong GTM / Sales recruiting background; ad tech or adjacent tech experience strongly preferred
Recent hands-on recruiting experience, including personally carrying and closing complex searches
Experience building recruiting dashboards and using data to influence decisions
Executive presence and the ability to challenge senior stakeholders constructively
Willingness to flex working hours as needed to support global hiring
What We Offer
At GumGum, competitive base pay is a part of a total rewards package which also includes benefits, an emphasis on recognition, development, and wellness. The reasonable estimated base pay range for this role is from $188,000 - $227,500 The actual amount may be higher or lower. Individual compensation will vary based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant qualifications, work location, and labor market conditions.
The total rewards package offered also includes an employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan, and depending on the role, participation in a bonus, commission, or stock incentive program. Your recruiter can share more specifics during the hiring process. Learn more about our U.S. benefits & perks package at gumgum.com/benefits.
Awards
Shortlisted for Marketing Technology Company of the Year for the 2023 Mumbrella Awards
2024 Winner of 7 BuiltIn Awards on a national, regional, and remote scale - including Remote Best Places to Work at #25 and Best Midsize Places to Work in Los Angeles, CA at #9
Ad Exchanger Programmatic Power Player 2022 and 2021
CTO Hero Award of OTT.X 2023
Digiday Media Awards Europe finalist 2022 and 2021
Finalist for the 2023 AdExchanger Awards Best Video Technology For Media Suppliers
Gold Award at the IAB Mixx Awards in Belgium in the “Best Use of Advertising Technology” category
The Drum Award Digital Advertising: Game-changing Technology for Domino's case study
GumGum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At GumGum, we believe in cultivating an environment where our team members can bring their authentic, whole selves to work. Encouraging identity and belonging is one of the many aspects of our culture that makes us stronger as an organization and drives innovation. We are committed to building and delivering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that is representative of the world around us, where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity - and to act swiftly if this value is ever threatened. We are constantly striving to be better, and we continue to take strategic steps to advance representation.
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