Global Head of Talent Acquisition

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

13

Location: Centreville, VA  /  Reston, VA (in 2026)

This role is hybrid and requires in-office attendance.

Impact and Responsibilities:

The Global Head of Talent Acquisition will be responsible for defining and executing a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy that aligns with the organization’s growth objectives. This role will lead a global team of 10+ talent acquisition professionals, ensuring best practices, innovative recruitment technologies, and effective workforce planning are at the forefront of our recruitment efforts.

• Define and execute the global talent acquisition strategy across multi- businesses and brands (Mobility Business Solutions and CARFAX) as well as corporate functions, ensuring alignment with organizational growth objectives and workforce planning initiatives worldwide.

• Develop and manage a team of talent acquisition professionals, establish consistent processes, standards, and best practices while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

• Establish talent acquisition governance, including standardized metrics, reporting frameworks, and compliance protocols across diverse regulatory environments and cultural contexts.

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators and metrics to demonstrate ROI of talent acquisition initiatives and continuously optimize recruitment processes.

• Oversee talent acquisition for all C-suite and senior executive positions, managing complex searches and building relationships with executive search firms and industry leaders.

• Drive innovation in recruitment practices by implementing cutting-edge technologies, AI-powered tools, and data-driven methodologies to enhance candidate experience and improve hiring outcomes.

• Partner with the Chief People Officer, Head of Talent Management/Engagement, C-level executives and senior leadership team to drive strategic workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational capability building initiatives and translate business objectives into effective recruitment strategies.

Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $115,000 to $200,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here.

What We're Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience including 3+ years in leadership roles.

• Proven track record of leading global talent acquisition teams across various geographies and regulatory environments with demonstrated success in complex, matrixed organizations.

• Demonstrated experience developing global talent acquisition teams with strong coaching, mentoring, and performance management capabilities.

• Experienced managing full-cycle recruiting for executive and senior-level positions across multiple business functions in global, fast-paced, complex organizations.

• Deep expertise in talent acquisition technologies and platforms including enterprise-level applicant tracking systems, AI-powered recruiting tools, workforce analytic tools and recruitment marketing platforms.

• Strong business acumen with experience partnering with senior executives on strategic workforce planning, organizational design, and talent strategy development.

• Exceptional cross-cultural communication, leadership skills, stakeholder management with the ability to influence and drive change across multi-faceted teams and stakeholder groups.

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities with experience using data and metrics to drive recruitment decisions and demonstrate ROI of talent acquisition initiatives.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in technology, consulting, telecommunications, financial services, market research and analytics industries with an understanding of complex regulatory environments.

• Proven experience managing talent acquisition during organizational transformations, including mergers, acquisitions, or rapid scaling initiatives.

• Advanced degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, or related field with specialized focus on talent management.

S&P Global has recently announced the intent to separate our Mobility Segment into a standalone public company. 

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/mobility.

About S&P Global Mobility

At S&P Global Mobility, we provide invaluable insights derived from unmatched automotive data, enabling our customers to anticipate change and make decisions with conviction. Our expertise helps them to optimize their businesses, reach the right consumers, and shape the future of mobility. We open the door to automotive innovation, revealing the buying patterns of today and helping customers plan for the emerging technologies of tomorrow.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/mobility.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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