Lead Recruiter, APAC

<p><strong>About the job</strong></p> <p>With millions of diners, 60,000+ restaurant partners and 25+ years of experience, OpenTable, part of Booking Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG), is an industry leader with a passion for helping restaurants thrive. Our world-class technology empowers restaurants to focus on what matters most – their team, their guests, and their bottom line – while enabling diners to discover and book the perfect restaurant for every occasion. </p> <p>Every employee at OpenTable has a tangible impact on what we do and how we do it. You’ll also be part of a global team and its portfolio of metasearch brands. Hospitality is all about taking care of others, and it defines our culture.</p> <p>OpenTable is looking for a Lead Recruiter, APAC to join our People & Culture team. The <span style="text-decoration: underline;">primary location</span> for this role is <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Melbourne </span>on a hybrid basis with 2 days in the office. However, we are also open to considering <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Sydney </span>based candidates seeking a <span style="text-decoration: underline;">full-time remote</span> opportunity. </p> <p>In this role, you will own the talent acquisition strategy and execution for the APAC region, showcasing a strong ability to work through ambiguity and lead regional recruiting. As a player-coach, you will act as a key resource for the business, managing full-cycle recruitment while providing strategic leadership across the region. You are a driven self-starter who is deeply passionate about candidate experience and building positive relationships across business functions. </p> <p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Handle full-cycle recruitment responsibilities (source, screen, evaluate, and recommend candidates) for various functions within the APAC region.</p> </li> <li> <p>Lead and own talent acquisition strategy for APAC, acting as a player-coach to navigate ambiguity and guide regional recruitment.</p> </li> <li> <p>Attract top talent and engage passive candidates through creative sourcing strategies, online databases, and networking, while tracking progress in our ATS (Greenhouse).</p> </li> <li> <p>Act as a brand ambassador to build and maintain the OpenTable brand across the region.</p> </li> <li> <p>Build and maintain positive relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders, serving as a trusted advisor.</p> </li> <li> <p>Help craft, maintain, and track recruiting metrics and pipeline talent for future organization needs.</p> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Minimum Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>7 or more years of recruiting experience in a fast-paced environment, including prioritizing and leading multiple searches.</p> </li> <li> <p>Demonstrated experience leading recruitment efforts within the APAC region and the ability to work through ambiguity.</p> </li> <li> <p>Proven track record as a trusted advisor to hiring managers and cross-functional teams.</p> </li> <li> <p>Ability to act as a player-coach, balancing hands-on recruiting with leadership and management experience.</p> </li> <li> <p>Strong communication, interaction, and negotiation skills with internal clients and external candidates.</p> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Experience recruiting for diverse roles such as Commercial, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Engineering.</p> </li> <li> <p>Experience utilizing Greenhouse or similar applicant tracking systems (ATS) to manage pipelines.</p> </li> <li> <p>Adaptability, flexibility, and a results-oriented approach to building collaborative relationships in the workplace.</p> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Benefits and Perks</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Work from (almost) anywhere for up to 20 days per year</p> </li> <li> <p>Focus on mental health and well-being:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Company-paid therapy sessions through SpringHealth</p> </li> <li> <p>Company-paid subscription to Headspace</p> </li> <li> <p>Annual company-wide week off a year - the whole team fully recharges (and returns without a pile-up of work!)</p> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <p>Paid parental leave</p> </li> <li> <p>Generous paid vacation + time off for your birthday</p> </li> <li> <p>Paid volunteer time</p> </li> <li> <p>Focus on your career growth:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Development Dollars</p> </li> <li> <p>Leadership development</p> </li> <li> <p>Access to thousands of on-demand e-learnings</p> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <p>Travel Discounts</p> </li> <li> <p>Employee Resource Groups</p> </li> <li> <p>Annual health and wellness reimbursement</p> </li> <li> <p>Monthly social events</p> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Work Environment & Flexibility</strong></p> <p>At OpenTable, we pride ourselves on fostering a global and dynamic work environment. As a team member with us, you will benefit from a schedule tailored to accommodate a global workforce operating across multiple time zones. While the majority of your responsibilities may align with conventional business hours, there will be instances where you are expected to manage communications - via calls, Slack messages, or emails - outside of regular working hours to effectively collaborate with international colleagues, respond to restaurant partners, and/or address urgent matters. OpenTable will always abide by and consider local laws and regulations.</p> <p><strong>Inclusion</strong></p> <p>We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. We know the best ideas come when we bring different voices to the table, so we're building a team as dynamic as the diners and restaurants we serve—and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome to be themselves.</p> <p>If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, or on the job, we’re here to support you. Please reach out to your recruiter to request any accommodations.</p> <p> </p>

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