Director, Talent Acquisition - LATAM

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

About the Role:

Boston Scientific is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Talent Acquisition to oversee recruitment strategies across LATAM. This role is crucial for building and leading a team to attract, engage, and retain top talent. The successful candidate will be responsible for stakeholder and vendor management, early career programs, and devising innovative talent strategies to support organizational growth. The ideal candidate will also champion the integration of advanced technologies, including AI, to enhance recruitment processes and support organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse, high-performing team of talent acquisition professionals, fostering a growth mindset and a culture of collaboration and innovation. Build a cohesive and adaptable team by providing clear direction, regular feedback, and opportunities for skill and career development. Create a supportive environment that encourages open communication, experimentation with new processes, and the sharing of best practices. Empower team members to take ownership of projects while promoting cross-functional collaboration and a results-oriented approach.

Change Leadership and Transformation: Guide the talent acquisition function through transformative change and continuous improvement, championing the adoption of AI and advanced technologies. Build a resilient team that embraces change and continuously seeks new, innovative solutions to meet evolving business needs. Cultivate an agile mindset within the team to adapt to shifting market conditions and organizational priorities.

Stakeholder Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, and vendors to ensure alignment with recruitment goals and objectives. Consult proactively with hiring managers and the business, leveraging data-driven insights, understanding evolving talent needs, and delivering strategic recruiting solutions.

Early Careers Programs: Create and oversee initiatives focused on recruiting early career professionals, including internships, co-op programs, and entry-level positions. Build strong partnerships with local colleges and universities to be seen as an employer of choice. Continue to build upon the early career program to drive hiring and establish strong talent pipelines for the future.

Building Talent Strategies: Develop and implement comprehensive, proactive talent acquisition strategies that support the needs of a high-growth company operating in a competitive market, aligning with business objectives to foster long-term growth.

Technology-Driven Talent Strategies: Collaborate with cross-functional leaders in the development and implementation of cutting-edge talent acquisition strategies that leverage AI and other technologies to optimize recruitment efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Establish and monitor KPIs to measure the success of recruitment efforts, ensuring continuous improvement and achievement of targets.

Collaboration: Work closely with Talent Management, Total Rewards, HR Operations and COE leaders, HRBPs, business leaders, and other functions to ensure a cohesive approach to talent acquisition and organizational development.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in talent acquisition within a large, matrixed organization, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing high-performing, large teams.
• Experience in developing proactive talent strategies to support a high-growth company in a competitive market.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing early career recruitment strategies and programs.
• Demonstrated proficiency in recruitment software and AI platforms, with the ability to leverage data analytics for informed decision-making.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence key stakeholders and drive organizational change.
• Experience leading teams through periods of transformation, demonstrating resilience and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across business units and functions, promoting an agile and unified approach to talent acquisition.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to understand the business and the critical role that the talent acquisition function plays in driving top-line growth and operational income.
• Proven experience in developing strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.
• Disruptive mindset and a demonstrated passion for championing change initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute talent strategies that drive organizational success.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Requisition ID: 613497

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!