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THE ROLE & THE TEAM
We’re looking for a skilled and proactive Tech Talent Acquisition Partner to join Zalando. In this role, you’ll take full ownership of a diverse and high-impact portfolio covering some of our business areas, such as Fashion Propositions Tech, Size & Fit and Partner-facing tech teams. As a key partner to the business, you’ll bring a vast expertise in the tech talent market, data-informed, hands-on approach to talent acquisition, combining active sourcing, strategic collaboration with employer branding, and a commitment to delivering an outstanding candidate experience.
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
At Zalando, our vision is to be the leading pan-European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce - one that is inclusive by design. We only assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, sexual orientations, personal expressions, racial identities, ethnicities, religious beliefs, and disability statuses. We only want to know why you’re great for this role, so please avoid including your picture, age, and marital status in your CV as well.
We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Please feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support and assist you throughout the hiring process.
WHAT WE'D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
End-to-end recruitment : Take ownership of the entire recruitment journey in our tech areas, from initial strategy briefing with stakeholders and candidate interview screening through to complex offer negotiations and closing.
Direct sourcing expertise : build innovative strategies to proactively identify, attract, and engage top tech talents using a variety of channels, with a strong emphasis on direct sourcing through LinkedIn. You'll craft compelling outreach messages and build robust talent pipelines.
Stakeholder Management : Work closely with existing recruitment teams and senior leaders across various business units. Your low-ego, high-collaboration approach will be key to understanding needs and delivering results.
Versatility : Masterfully manage full-cycle recruitment processes for a diverse range of tech roles in all seniority levels (Applied science, software engineering, data, product management), as well as some of our commercial positions, when needed (Analytics, business development etc.).
Champion Candidate Experience : Ensure every candidate interaction is positive and reflective of Zalando's employer brand and identify opportunities to improve this even further.
You’re a Seasoned Recruiter : You bring solid experience leading end-to-end hiring processes, ideally in the tech space. From shaping hiring strategies to closing offers, you know how to deliver.
You Know the Tech Talent Market Inside Out : You understand tech roles, skill sets, and market trends, and use that insight to guide hiring decisions and engage the right talent for our roles.
Sourcing Powerhouse : You're not just waiting for candidates to come to you. You consistently hire top talent through targeted outreach, especially via platforms like LinkedIn.
You Build Strong Partnerships : You’ve built trusted, effective relationships with hiring managers, interviewers, HRBPs, and cross-functional teams—and know how to keep everyone aligned and informed.
You Own It : You’re proactive, solutions-oriented, and thrive in fast-changing environments. You take initiative, operate with a high level of professionalism, and get things done without being asked twice.
You Collaborate with Ease : You bring a low-ego, team-first attitude. You listen, adapt, and co-create with stakeholders—earning trust and delivering value at every step.
OUR OFFER
Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.
Employee shares program
40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Lounge by Zalando, discounts from external partners
2 paid volunteering days a year
Hybrid working model with up to 60% remote per week, actual practice is up to each team to best support their collaboration
Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year
27 days of vacation a year to start for full-time employees
Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
Family services, including counseling and support
Health and wellbeing options (including Wellhub, formerly Gympass)
Mental health support and coaching available
Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
Please note that all applications from this job page must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via e-mail. Once reviewed, our recruiters will contact applicants via an official Zalando email address (@zalando.de).
In some cases we also work with a selection of headhunters and agencies to fill specific roles. Please note that neither Zalando nor our recruiting partners will ask for any kind of payment to apply for a job or attend an interview.
If you have any questions about our recruitment process, please take a look at our FAQ page .
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