Associate Director, Talent Acquisition (Europe)

Cytokinetics, a biotech firm, is seeking an Associate Director, Talent Acquisition (Europe) to lead and execute recruitment strategies across Europe. The successful candidate will oversee a team of recruiters, manage end-to-end hiring processes, and partner with hiring managers to secure top scientific and commercial talent. The role involves strategic talent‑acquisition leadership, team management, and close collaboration with hiring managers. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of talent‑acquisition experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotech sector, with a proven track record in large‑scale hiring projects. Strong leadership, stakeholder‑management, and communication skills are essential for this position. A deep understanding of the European talent market and fluency in English are required, with additional proficiency in German or French being a plus. This position offers the opportunity to shape the talent pipeline of a rapidly expanding biotech company developing innovative therapies for serious diseases, providing high visibility and impact across the organization. What the role asks for: - At least 5 years of talent acquisition experience - Experience in pharmaceutical or biotech sector - Strong leadership skills - Strong stakeholder‑management skills - Strong communication skills - Fluency in English - Knowledge of European talent market - German or French language skills (nice to have)