Technical Recruiter/HR Generalist

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Okta is The World's Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology, anywhere, on any device or app. Our flexible and neutral products, Okta Platform and Auth0 Platform, provide secure access, authentication, and automation, placing identity at the core of business security and growth.

At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - we're looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences.

Join our team! We're building a world where Identity belongs to you.

The Opportunity: As our first people team member on the ground in Israel, you will focus on recruiting across functions for our Technical, G&A, and Product teams, as well as providing general HR and operational support for our growing team in the region. You will own requisitions and concentrate on building talent pools. This role will be key in creating exceptional experiences for our candidates and employees in Israel. We seek trusted advisors who can source and deliver top talent with an "always recruiting" mindset and also partner with the business to deliver on people programs and initiatives.

This is an Israel office-based role, requiring four days a week on-site.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment:

Manage the full recruitment cycle for Israel roles across Technical, G&A, and Product teams.
Partner with client teams to scale recruiting strategies that support continued growth.
Develop effective sourcing and recruiting strategies to build talent pools for frequently hired roles.
Consistently source, build, and deliver robust talent pipelines.
Extend, negotiate, and successfully close candidates.

HR Generalist Duties:

Serve as the primary point of contact and partner for employees and managers within the Israel location, supporting inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and benefits.
Implement and administer HR policies and programs in alignment with global People and Places strategy and local labor laws.
Foster a positive and productive work environment and support business objectives within the site.
Assist in onboarding new employees and ensuring a smooth transition into the organization.
Support performance management processes, including goal setting and annual reviews.
Coordinate regional employee training and development programs.
Serve as key liaison for our People Business Partner and COE teams
Work closely with the site management and operations team on events, trainings, and building office culture.

Data-Driven Insights:

Influence with data to drive continuous process and strategy improvement.
Evaluate and evolve our hiring practices based on market trends and data analysis.

Culture and Employee Relations:

Attend and host meet-ups and events to enhance our ready-later talent strategy.
Promote a positive workplace culture and escalate employee concerns appropriately.

Experience You May Bring:

Demonstrated expertise in HR-related roles, with a strong track record as both a technical recruiter and HR specialist/partner in a fast-paced environment.
Success in hiring and developing talent in high-growth tech environments.
Proven ability to build strategic partnerships with business leaders and coach best practices.
Always learning mindset with a builder and owner mentality.
Experience working in an internal recruiting organization within a high-growth tech company.
Strong knowledge of the technology markets, with demonstrated experience hiring in Israel.
Proven experience with creative sourcing techniques beyond LinkedIn and a strong marketing mindset.
Track record of meeting deadlines and executing accurately in a fast-paced environment.
Model behaviors of a true team player and guardian of the Okta culture.
Familiar with human resource concepts, practices, and programs, including relevant regional labor laws
Eager to learn, able to bring the "outside-in" with the ability to plan, implement, & track.
Detail-oriented, precise, and highly accurate, especially when working with data
Goal-oriented, proactive, accountable, and passionate about driving results
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills
Project management abilities
Bachelor / Master degree in psychology or related fields
Excellent English
Advanced proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office and GSuite

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Okta cultivates a dynamic work environment, providing the best tools, technology and benefits to empower our employees to work productively in a setting that best and uniquely suits their needs. Each organization is unique in the degree of flexibility and mobility in which they work so that all employees are enabled to be their most creative and successful versions of themselves, regardless of where they live. Find your place at Okta today! https://www.okta.com/company/careers/.

Some roles may require travel to one of our office locations for in-person onboarding.

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