Head of Global Talent Acquisition (all genders)

About tonies

tonies® is the globally leading interactive audio platform for children with more than 10 million Tonieboxes and 125 million Tonies sold. The intuitive and award‑winning audio system has changed the way young children play and learn independently with its child‑safe, wireless, and screen‑free approach. Tonieboxes have been activated in over 100 countries, and our content portfolio includes around 1,400 Tonies in several languages. Since our inception, tonies has achieved significant milestones, including listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. We now have a globally present team of over 550 dedicated professionals and a mission to create innovative and meaningful experiences for children around the world.

You as part of tonies

As our Head of Global Talent Acquisition, you aren’t just a recruiter‑in‑chief; you are the architect of our global growth and the guardian of our unique culture.

Your tasks and responsibilities will include

• Lead the team across the UK, US, and Germany, fostering a true one‑team community and bridging time zones with empathy and fun.
• Architect the global TA processes from the ground up, moving from startup hustle to scale‑up smooth.
• Champion the use of Ashby, turning it into a data‑driven engine for decisions and a seamless candidate journey.
• Lead the recruiting for senior leadership and executive roles, acting as a trusted advisor to top management.
• Partner with People Partners and Hiring Managers to forecast needs and build high‑performing teams.
• Ensure the employer brand shines globally, making tonies the most sought‑after home for top‑tier talent.
• Turn raw data into a clear roadmap, using insights to fine‑tune operations and hiring decisions.

What we are looking for

• Scale‑up experience: Navigated fast‑growing company environments and built workable structures.
• Ashby expertise: Deep experience with Ashby or similar ATS tools and love using data to tell a story.
• Leadership heart: Proven track record of leading international teams in the US, UK, and Germany.
• Global mindset: Located in the US (Boston), UK (near London), or Germany (Berlin/Düsseldorf) and thrives in cross‑border environments.
• Linguistic skills: English mandatory; German a plus.
• Communication style: Candid, caring, professional, and approachable.

Why tonies

• Global teamwork: Collaborate across departments and borders in a truly international community.
• Come as you are: Dress code and culture encourage authenticity.
• Competitive package: Salary and benefits tailored to your location.
• Collaboration & community: Value connection and celebrate wins together, no matter time zone.
• Continuous learning: Internal and external training plus individual learning budget.
• Tonie discounts: Attractive discounts on our entire range of products.
• Rest & recharge: Generous paid time off to ensure plenty of time for your own stories.

Good to know

We are committed to supporting inclusion and diversity at tonies. We celebrate our colleagues’ different abilities, ethnicities, faith, and gender. Everyone is welcome and supported in their development at all stages of their journey with us.