Talent Acquisition Partner (6 Months)

About Optibus:

Optibus is a unified software platform revolutionizing public transportation planning, scheduling, and operations in over 7,000 cities worldwide. Using AI, ML, and optimization algorithms, it empowers agencies to design more efficient, equitable, and sustainable transit networks, enhancing passenger access, reducing emissions, and improving driver conditions. With offices globally and a team of 350+ employees, Optibus fosters a collaborative culture centered on innovation, determination, and impact. As the first unicorn in public transportation technology, Optibus is driving the modernization of mass transit to make it the preferred choice for cities and passengers alike.

About the position (role & team):

We’re looking for an innovative and passionate Talent Acquisition Partner to join our dynamic global team. In this role, you’ll lead and execute full-cycle hiring processes across multiple regions, with a key focus on R&D and Engineering recruitment in Israel.

This is a strategic position, perfect for an experienced recruiter eager to take their impact to the next level. You’ll play a central role in driving our growth by attracting and hiring top talent, strengthening our employer brand, and fostering an exceptional candidate and employee experience.

Contract: This is a 6-month contract position for parental leave cover, with the potential for extension based on business needs and performance.

Responsibilities:

Partner strategically with hiring managers to understand business needs, define role requirements, and develop tailored hiring strategies - particularly across R&D and Engineering teams in Israel.
Own the full recruitment lifecycle for global roles, from sourcing and screening to offer stage, ensuring a smooth, transparent, and engaging candidate experience.
Drive hiring excellence by balancing quality, speed, and candidate fit - using data insights, market knowledge, and a deep understanding of business priorities.
Act as a trusted advisor to leaders on market trends, talent availability, compensation benchmarks, and hiring best practices.
Develop innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent through multiple channels, leveraging social media, professional networks, and creative outreach.
Promote and strengthen our employer brand, ensuring every interaction reflects our values, culture, and unique employee experience.
Manage offers and negotiations end-to-end, collaborating with HR and Finance to align on compensation frameworks and ensure a positive candidate closure process.
Build and nurture talent pipelines for future hiring needs, maintaining strong relationships with potential candidates and community networks.
Champion internal mobility and referrals, communicating openings effectively and encouraging employee engagement in recruitment efforts.
Contribute to continuous improvement, analysing recruitment metrics and identifying opportunities to enhance processes, systems, and candidate quality.

Requirements:

Requirements:

At least 2 years of in-house recruitment experience, managing full-cycle hiring processes within a global high-tech company.
Proven experience hiring for R&D and Engineering roles; additional exposure to Product, Sales, or General roles – a strong advantage.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Skilled in using a range of sourcing methods, including AI tools, and platforms to identify and engage top talent.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills – able to influence and build trusted partnerships across teams and with candidates.
Highly organised, adaptable, and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
A creative and proactive mindset, always seeking new ways to enhance candidate experience and recruitment outcomes.
Fluent Hebrew and English is required for this role.

Optibus is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire talented individuals, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, cultural background, religious beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. It is our responsibility at Optibus to provide an inclusive and accessible interview experience for all. We will provide reasonable accommodations for all candidates in need of individualised support during the hiring process.

Recruiter for this posting:
Adina Sheldon