Talent acquisition partner in automotive technology

We are looking for a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner to join our EMEA team in Belgrade. This isn’t just about filling seats; it is about owning the end-to-end recruitment architecture for our Engineering and Technology teams. You will independently manage relationships with key technical stakeholders, drive data-centric decisions, and put candidate experience at the heart of everything you do.

• Collaborate with hiring managers as a strong partner to define hiring needs and develop tailored recruiting strategies for software engineering and other business critical roles.
• Source, screen, and evaluate candidates specializing in a variety of software and hardware engineering disciplines.
• Build and maintain robust talent pipelines through outbound sourcing, networking, and engagement with diverse candidate pools.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and hiring teams, while adhering to all requirements of the hiring process, including all policies and SOPs.
• Conduct technical screenings to evaluate candidates' expertise in software, mechanical and electrical engineering principles.
• Partner with the People Team and hiring managers to ensure alignment with Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’s culture and values.
• Build and maintain accurate data reporting and utilize data-driven insights to refine recruitment strategies and optimize hiring processes.
• Represent Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies at industry events, career fairs, and identify networking opportunities to build the company’s employer brand.

• 6+ years of deep experience in technical recruiting, with a focus on software, mechanical and/or electrical engineering roles.
• Proven ability to source and engage top-tier engineering talent through various channels.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle in a fast-paced, high-growth environment independently
• Functional leadership and mentoring support for other TA team members.
• Passion for Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’s mission and commitment to building diverse and inclusive teams.
• Willing to work in a hybrid work setup (3 days/week in our Belgrade office).

• In addition to a competitive base salary, full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program.
• This role is also eligible for equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), subject to board approval and the terms of our equity incentive plans, including applicable vesting requirements.
• In addition to our compensation programs, we invest in our people with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellbeing, and financial future for full-time employees — including health coverage, retirement savings, time off, and family planning programs. Offerings vary by country.