Tech Talent Acquisition Partner (12 months, fixed-term contract)

Job Description

Zendesk is looking for a Tech Talent Acquisition Partner to drive our hiring efforts across the EMEA region. In this role, you’ll be a trusted partner to our Product & Engineering teams , working closely with leaders to attract and hire the best tech talent. From sourcing and screening to strategic workforce planning, you’ll own the end-to-end recruitment process while ensuring an exceptional candidate experience .

This isn’t just another recruiting role—it's an opportunity to influence and shape the hiring strategy in one of the world’s leading SaaS companies. If you’re ready to take ownership, bring fresh ideas to the table, and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you!

What you'll do :

Own the full-cycle recruitment process – from sourcing to offer stage, ensuring a smooth and engaging candidate journey.

Partner closely with hiring managers and stakeholders to understand hiring needs and provide expert recruitment insights.

Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies to attract top-tier tech talent across EMEA.

Be a talent advisor – leverage market insights and data to drive hiring decisions and influence stakeholders.

Champion diversity and inclusion – proactively attract, engage, and hire diverse talent to foster a more inclusive workplace.

Enhance the employer brand by engaging in recruitment marketing, attending events, and developing innovative outreach programs.

Train and coach hiring managers on best hiring practices, interview techniques, and market trends.

Collaborate across regions and support hiring initiatives outside of EMEA when needed.

What you have :

3+ years of experience in tech talent acquisition, ideally in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Proven expertise in direct sourcing and engaging passive candidates through innovative methods.

Strong knowledge of the EMEA tech talent market and the ability to anticipate hiring trends.

Excellent stakeholder management skills – you’re a true business partner, not just a recruiter.

Data-driven mindset – you use insights to influence hiring strategies and optimize recruitment processes.

Passion for diversity hiring – you proactively seek out ways to build more inclusive teams.

Experience working with ATS platforms (Workday preferred) and leveraging technology for efficient hiring.

A self-starter mentality – you take ownership, drive initiatives, and bring fresh ideas to the table.

What we offer

A team of passionate people who love what they do and support each other.

Freedom to innovate – bring your ideas, experiment, and make a real impact.

Career growth opportunities – we invest in your development and success.

A global, collaborative work environment where you can connect with amazing people worldwide.

And of course, amazing benefits to support your well-being and work-life balance :

Flexible working hours and flexible, hybrid environment (we encourage you to work one day per week from the office)

Professional development funds to help you grow in your career.

Premium medical insurance (including dental & physiotherapy) plus private life insurance.

Well-being package (incl. Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Support).

A competitive benefits package designed to support your lifestyle.

The Poland annualized base salary range for this position is zł121,000.00-zł181,000.00. Please note that while the salary range represents the minimum and maximum base salary rate for this position, the actual compensation offered will be based on job related capabilities, applicable experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for bonus, benefits, or related incentives that will be communicated during the offer stage.

Hybrid : In this role, our hybrid experience is designed at the team level to give you a rich onsite experience packed with connection, collaboration, learning, and celebration - while also giving you flexibility to work remotely for part of the week. This role must attend our local office for part of the week. The specific in-office schedule is to be determined by the hiring manager.