About Mistral
Mistral provides full-stack AI solutions: from frontier models to developer tools, applications, and compute. We partner with enterprises tackling the hardest problems—across high-stakes industries like finance, manufacturing, defense, healthcare, and the public sector—co-creating customized AI systems that they can run on their terms.
We are a dynamic, collaborative team passionate about AI and its potential to transform society. Our diverse workforce thrives in competitive environments and is committed to driving innovation. Our teams are distributed between Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East. We are creative, low-ego and team-spirited.
The Role
As a Talent Acquisition Lead on the Talent team, you will shape and execute our hiring strategy while managing and developing members of the recruiting team. You will be responsible for both direct recruiting for key roles and leading the broader team to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of our hiring processes. This role is essential to building a diverse and skilled workforce, ensuring we continue to attract and retain talent that will push our mission forward. You will work cross-functionally with leadership and hiring managers to align recruiting efforts with Mistral's goals.
What You Will Do
Partner with tech and business leaders to understand hiring needs and fill open roles
Deliver a high-quality and engaging candidate experience throughout the recruitment process
Guide candidates clearly through each step, introducing them to working at Mistral
Share recruiting strategies with the team to ensure consistency and efficiency
Use data analytics to identify and solve challenges within the hiring process
Coach and mentor recruiters to support their development and success
Recommend and implement improvements to hiring processes and tools
Represent Mistral externally to build our reputation as an employer in the talent market
What We're Looking For
At least 8 years of corporate experience, including recruiting in competitive markets
Proven ability to lead and develop recruiting teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience managing both projects and people with discipline and attention to detail
Comfortable moving between strategic work and hands-on tasks
Skilled at influencing without direct authority and collaborating across functions
Open to learning and able to quickly understand new topics
Fluent in English with experience recruiting internationally
Familiar with tools like Ashby, Modernloop, LinkedIn Recruiter...
What We Offer
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Benefits vary by country and may include healthcare coverage, parental leave, retirement plans, relocation support, wellness programs, meal and transportation allowances, and other location-specific perks.
For the most up-to-date details on benefits available in your location, please refer to our Benefits page.
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