Head of Talent
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Head of Talent
Western Magnetics· Business Operations
About this role
About Westmag
Westmag is the American manufacturer of drone motors and robot actuators, backed by Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, Lux Capital, NFDG, Menlo Ventures, and other top investors. Westmag is committed to building and scaling in the U.S. to serve the global market. For more information, visit westmag.com.
About the role
As the Head of Talent at Westmag, you will lead the company's talent acquisition strategy, building the pipelines and hiring processes that bring in the engineers and operators who will scale our drone motor and actuator manufacturing. Alongside this, you'll oversee core internal people operations to keep the employee experience running smoothly as we grow.
Key responsibilities
- Own end-to-end talent acquisition: sourcing, interviewing, and closing top candidates across engineering, manufacturing, and business functions.
- Build and scale recruiting infrastructure, including pipelines, employer branding, referral programs, and interview processes, to support rapid headcount growth.
- Partner with hiring managers and senior leadership to translate business goals into hiring plans and role requirements.
- Oversee core people operations functions such as onboarding, benefits administration, HR compliance, and basic employee relations to ensure a smooth day-to-day employee experience.
- Track and report on hiring metrics, including time-to-fill, pipeline health, and offer acceptance, to continuously improve recruiting effectiveness.
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 6+ years of experience in talent acquisition/recruiting, with at least 2+ years in a leadership capacity; technology or manufacturing sector experience preferred.
- Proven track record building and scaling recruiting functions in a high-growth environment.
- Working knowledge of employment law and HR compliance basics.
- Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience in robotics, drone, or advanced manufacturing industries.
- Familiarity with ATS/recruiting tech stacks and data-driven sourcing.
- Some hands-on experience with people operations, such as onboarding, benefits, or HRIS.
Frequently Asked Questions
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This Head of Talent role at Western Magnetics is based in South San Francisco, California, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Head of Talent role at Western Magnetics full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Head of Talent role in the Business Operations department at Western Magnetics.
Which team or department does the Head of Talent at Western Magnetics belong to?
This Head of Talent position is part of the Business Operations department at Western Magnetics. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Head of Talent job at Western Magnetics posted?
This Head of Talent position at Western Magnetics was posted on Jun 2, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Head of Talent
Western Magnetics
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