
About Canonical
Empowering the world with open-source software
Key Highlights
- Developers of Ubuntu, used by millions globally
- Headquartered in London with a remote-first policy
- Serves enterprise clients like Google and Microsoft
- Privately held with significant funding from various investors
Canonical Ltd., headquartered in London, is the driving force behind Ubuntu, one of the world's most popular open-source operating systems. With a focus on cloud computing, IoT, and container orchestration, Canonical serves a diverse range of clients, including major enterprises like Google and Micr...
🎁 Benefits
Canonical offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO policies, and a remote-first work environment, allowing employees to work from any...
🌟 Culture
Canonical promotes a remote-friendly culture that values open-source contributions and encourages innovation. The company emphasizes transparency and ...
Overview
Canonical is hiring a Talent Scientist to drive initiatives and best practices in talent selection. You'll work closely with Hiring Leads to implement scientific approaches in the hiring process. This role requires a passion for talent assessment and behavioral interviewing techniques.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong passion for embedding scientific approaches that deliver impact on how an organization selects talent. Your expertise in behavioral interviewing techniques allows you to assess candidates effectively and ensure that the best talent is selected regardless of their background. You are not just a recruiter; you are focused on the science of talent and performance, raising awareness and insights across the business. You thrive in a remote-first environment and are comfortable collaborating with diverse teams across different cultures.
You possess a unique ability to challenge conventional hiring practices and advocate for data-driven decision-making in talent selection. Your experience in working with key stakeholders enables you to drive initiatives that enhance the hiring process. You are committed to ensuring that the organization follows objective and scientifically rigorous processes in selecting new colleagues. Your analytical mindset helps you evaluate the effectiveness of hiring strategies and make recommendations for improvement.
What you'll do
As a Talent Scientist at Canonical, you will work closely with the Hiring Leadership team to lead talent selection initiatives. You will drive the implementation of best practices in talent assessments and ensure that the hiring model supports the selection of world-class talent. Your role will involve collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure that decisions are made in the right way, fostering a culture of inclusivity and diversity in hiring.
You will analyze and refine the hiring processes to ensure they are efficient and effective, utilizing data and insights to inform your recommendations. Your expertise will be crucial in developing training programs for Hiring Leads to enhance their interviewing skills and understanding of talent assessment. You will also be responsible for monitoring the impact of these initiatives on the overall hiring success of the organization.
What we offer
Canonical offers a unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering remote-first tech company that values diversity and inclusion. You will have the chance to work with a talented team that is changing the way organizations hire. We provide a supportive environment where you can grow your skills and make a significant impact on our hiring processes. Join us in our mission to select exceptional talent from a global pool, regardless of location, culture, or background.
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