Manager, Talent Acquisition Lisboa

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Location

Come and join us in Germany, Spain, UK or Portugal

About Freenow

At Freenow we empower smarter mobility decisions, helping people move freely and cities to thrive. Now, we’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Manager who’s passionate about enabling world‑class hiring and shaping the future of how we attract talent across our organisation.

As our Talent Acquisition Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of championing best‑in‑class recruitment strategies and driving executive search, all while mentoring a team of dedicated TA Leads and Specialists.

Responsibilities

• Leading & mentoring a team of Tech & Non‑Tech Talent Acquisition Specialists and Leads across all Freenow countries.
• Driving end‑to‑end hiring excellence, ensuring smooth, inclusive, and scalable recruitment processes, from entry‑level roles to executive hires.
• Owning executive recruitment, managing searches for senior‑level roles with precision and care.
• Partnering with senior leadership on strategic workforce planning and aligning talent acquisition efforts with business goals.
• Innovating sourcing strategies with a data‑first mindset, using cutting‑edge tools to attract top, diverse talent.
• Building trusted relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders, influencing hiring decisions with confidence and clarity.
• Championing the candidate experience – from first interaction to onboarding – making it engaging and consistent across all markets.
• Continuously improving processes, implementing industry best practices, and optimizing the use of recruitment data and insights.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, with 3+ years in a leadership role, including expertise in executive search and managing both tech & non‑tech hiring.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven track record in leading and coaching diverse recruiting teams.
• Expertise in end‑to‑end recruitment, sourcing strategies, and recruitment technology (ATS, sourcing platforms, etc. ).
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills, especially at senior leadership levels.
• High cultural competency and a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
• Excellent negotiation, project management, and communication skills.
• A passion for candidate experience and employer branding.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
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• Sabbatical & special leave policies
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• Birthday, 24th + 31st December off
• Short‑term EU work policy
• Mobility Credit
• Health Insurance
• Employee assistance program

Freenow is an equal opportunity employer and we consider qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or age. We want you to grow and evolve, bring your true self to work.