At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we've been doing just thatour technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital, WD, and WD_BLACK.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world's biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Today's exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

Job Description

Role Overview

The Senior Recruiter serves as a strategic talent advisor to business leaders, responsible for delivering high-impact hiring across technical, managerial, and Director-level roles. This role goes beyond execution requiring executive presence, market intelligence, and the ability to influence workforce decisions while building sustainable talent pipelines for current and future business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Executive-Level Hiring

Lead end-to-end recruitment for complex technical, leadership, and Director-level positions across functions
Partner closely with senior leaders to understand business strategy, workforce plans, and critical capability needs
Provide consultative guidance on role design, talent availability, compensation benchmarking, and hiring trade-offs

Advanced Talent Sourcing & Market Intelligence

Develop proactive sourcing strategies for scarce technical and leadership talent using direct search, networking, referrals, and market mapping
Leverage talent intelligence to advise leaders on competitor movement, talent trends, and emerging skillsets

High-Caliber Candidate Assessment

Conduct in-depth executive and technical assessments evaluating leadership capability, strategic thinking, cultural alignment, and impact potential
Calibrate candidate quality with hiring leaders to ensure consistently high hiring standards

Pipeline & Workforce Planning

Build long-term pipelines for critical roles and succession-relevant capabilities
Anticipate future talent needs aligned with business growth and transformation initiatives

Executive Stakeholder Partnership

Operate with strong executive presence when engaging Directors, VPs, and senior leadership teams
Influence hiring priorities, timelines, and decisions through data, insights, and market realities
Drive alignment across HR partners, compensation, mobility, and workforce planning

Recruitment Excellence & Governance

Own hiring outcomes ,including quality of hire, time to fill, diversity goals, and candidate experience
Ensure compliance with employment regulations, internal policies, and recruitment best practices

Data-Driven Performance & Continuous Improvement

Analyze recruitment metrics to improve hiring effectiveness and predict talent risks
Introduce innovative sourcing approaches, technology, and process enhancements

Employer Brand & Candidate Experience

Serve as a brand ambassador delivering a high-touch, professional experience for senior-level candidates
Strengthen leadership hiring reputation within competitive talent markets

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Engineering or related field
Proven experience as a Senior Recruiter in a multinational company setting
Strong understanding of end-to-end recruitment processes, including sourcing, screening, and selection
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Familiarity with modern Applicant Tracking Systems
Results-driven mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality talent to support business objectives

Key Capabilities & Experience

Proven experience hiring senior technical leaders and Director-level roles in complex or high-growth environments
Strong executive presence with ability to influence and partner credibly with senior stakeholders
Deep understanding of technology talent markets and competitive landscapes
Advanced sourcing and talent mapping expertise for hard-to-fill roles
Strategic mindset and able to connect hiring to business priorities and future skill needs
High level of professionalism, judgment, and confidentiality in executive hiring
Data-driven approach to recruiting performance and workforce insights

Additional Information

WD thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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