Talent Acquisition Manager (m/f/d)

Do you thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments, where attracting and hiring top tech talent is both an art and a science? Are you passionate about building high-performing teams that drive innovation and business success? Ready to use your expertise to shape the hiring strategy of a dynamic company? Join us and play a key role in scaling our organization by bringing in the best talent in the industry.

LET’S PROTECT THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE DATA

We are a fast-growing security and compliance tech company with a clear purpose: we protect the people behind the data. With over 200 team members worldwide and with offices in Munich, Berlin, London, Stockholm, and Vienna, we help more than 4,000 global customers get certified fast and build a strong and scalable risk posture. With AI-powered automation, self-serve capabilities, and additional tailored expert advice, we offer our customers a seamless security and compliance experience to stay ahead of the rapidly evolving security landscape and challenges like the surge in cyber-attacks.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

You attract top-tier talent, especially for tech roles, by owning the entire hiring journey. From crafting job ads that speak to the right candidates to actively sourcing, guiding them through a great candidate experience, sparring with hiring managers, and closing contracts — you make it all happen

You bring strategic talent insights to the table, partnering with the Executive and Leadership Team to anticipate future skill needs, shape organizational design, and develop forward-looking hiring strategies that support long-term growth

You elevate our Employer Brand through bold, creative initiatives that resonate with top talent — leading campaigns, events, and messaging that strengthen our EVP and position DataGuard as an employer of choice

You partner closely with our People Partners to stay aligned on hiring needs and team dynamics across departments, driving process adherence between Talent Acquisition and People Operations to ensure a seamless, high-quality experience

You use automation and AI to speed up hiring and boost efficiency, creating a smooth, consistent process for both candidates and hiring teams

WHAT YOU'LL GET IN RETURN

The freedom, trust, and tools to do what you love and make an impact in a purpose-driven company, committed to doing genuine good in the digital world.

Enjoy a high degree of flexibility with tailored working hours, choice of work location, and benefits that support your lifestyle, health, and family needs.

Join a secure, future-focused role in a dynamic scale-up positioned to make a major impact in the rapidly expanding Security & Compliance market.

Grow along expert or leadership paths with support from employee accelerator programs, bi-annual feedback cycles, and a personal training budget.

Work in an environment that values autonomy, rapid decision-making, a flat hierarchy, and collaborative, eye-level communication to keep things moving forward.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO STRIVE IN YOUR NEW POSITION

Proven experience in talent acquisition, ideally with a focus on tech, and a strong track record of hiring top talent in fast-paced, high-growth environments

Expertise in sourcing and full-cycle recruitment across both startup and corporate settings

Strategic thinker with the ability to align hiring plans with business goals and team development

Creative and data-driven approach to attracting and engaging top talent

Strong stakeholder management skills and a professional, relationship-focused mindset

Excellent command of German and strong business proficiency in English

LAST BUT NOT LEAST. FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS:
No matter your origin, ethnicity, gender identity, religion or individual requirements; at DataGuard, all that counts is the person you are. As Guards and Guardettes, we are united not only by our dedication, but also by our shared belief in our purpose: Protect the people behind the data. Convince us with your personality and your skills– and together we will make great things happen. We are looking forward to meeting you!
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Let’s get things started
The hiring process

Our hiring process is a two-way journey. While we learn about your experience, strengths, and ambitions, you’ll also get to know who we are, what drives us, how we work, and the impact we aim to make. From your first interaction, we want you to feel what it means to care deeply, build bridges across ideas and backgrounds, create trust through action, and conquer peaks as a team.

Application

Send us your application.

Meet the team

Next up, it’s time for you to impress the team.

Meet one of our founders.

Questions? Check out our FAQs

Our headquarters are located in the heart of Munich, close to Stiglmaierplatz. We have additional offices in London, Berlin, Stockholm, and Vienna.

From day one, we’re dedicated to setting you up for success, with purpose and heart. You’ll be paired with a dedicated buddy who ensures you feel not just welcomed, but truly supported every step of the way. Our onboarding starts with an immersive introduction to our business model, structure, and unique culture—alongside a cohort of new joiners who’ll become part of your first bridge-building network.

Once settled, you’ll dive deeper into your team-specific onboarding, exploring the tools, expectations, and goals that will define your role. Through regular check-ins with your buddy, manager, and People Partner, you’ll stay connected, aligned, and empowered to deliver results early on.

Absolutely. At DataGuard, we’re a hybrid-first company that values trust, ownership, and outcomes over rigid schedules. Our DataGuard Flex Policy gives you the autonomy to split your time between remote and on-site work, empowering you to focus where you work best, while still making room for the in-person moments that spark creativity, build bridges, and strengthen our shared mission.

Yes! Along with our core fundamental values, we cover all areas, including mobility, family care, fitness and wellbeing, relocation, and remote work support. Check out the full overview of our benefits here.

And to emphasize the focus on your personal development, each full-time employee is granted a yearly personal development budget of 1,500.00 EUR/GBP to fuel their growth.

We aim to move from first conversation to offer within two to three weeks—because we respect your time and energy. But we also know that no two journeys are the same, so we stay flexible where it counts. For us, hiring is more than just filling a role; it’s about building trust, embracing differences, and finding people who are as excited about shaping the future as we are. Throughout the process, you’ll have space to ask questions, connect with our team, and get a real feel for our culture and how we work. Find out more here.

We offer two tailored career paths: the Leadership Track for those aspiring to coach and inspire others, and the Expert Track for those looking to deepen their craft and make high-impact contributions as individual contributors.

You’ll have access to a dedicated personal development budget of EUR/GBP 1,500.00 net, biannual performance reviews, and clear development plans to help you level up with confidence. For those stepping into the next stage of their journey, our 12‑month 'level-up' program offers intensive coaching, workshops, and training to help you grow faster, with real support and direction.

How can we help?
Contact us.

Magdalena Roas

Director Talent

Dove Dalele

Jordan Osborne

Senior Talent Acquisition Manager

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