Lead Recruiter – APAC Talent Acquisition

About the role

OpenTable is seeking a Lead Recruiter for the APAC region to shape and execute talent acquisition strategy across multiple functions. Based in Melbourne with a hybrid schedule, the role also welcomes remote candidates from Sydney.

Key responsibilities

• Own full‑cycle recruitment for commercial, sales, marketing, finance, and engineering roles in APAC.
• Develop and lead regional talent acquisition strategy, navigating ambiguity as a player‑coach.
• Source, screen, evaluate, and recommend candidates while tracking progress in Greenhouse.
• Act as a brand ambassador, promoting OpenTable’s employer brand throughout the region.
• Partner with hiring managers as a trusted advisor and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Create, maintain, and report on recruiting metrics and pipeline forecasts.

Required profile

• 7+ years of recruiting experience in fast‑paced environments.
• Proven experience leading recruitment initiatives within the APAC region.
• Demonstrated ability to act as a player‑coach, balancing hands‑on recruiting with leadership.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.

Required skills

• Greenhouse (or similar ATS) proficiency.