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Head of Talent roles sit at the intersection of strategic leadership and people operations, making them a strong fit for H-1B specialty occupation status. Employers in tech, finance, and consulting regularly sponsor this title. Your degree in HR, organizational psychology, or business is the credential anchor for your petition.
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Contract negotiation is the most time-consuming, costly, and difficult component of the contract lifecycle—and it hasn’t gotten much easier since the days of fax machines.
Large language models have unlocked the ability to solve many contract negotiation problems at scale. Our product is best-in-market (we have an 85%+ h2h trial win rate) and used by some of the leading companies in the world.
Overview
We’re looking for an exceptional Head of Talent to build our hiring engine and help us scale into the next stage of growth. You’ll be a trusted partner to our leadership team, the go-to person for creative sourcing strategies and building Ivo’s candidate brand, and the guardian of an exceptional candidate experience.
This is a great opportunity to:
- Leave your fingerprints on the DNA of the company - we’re still small enough that every hire changes who we are.
- Work directly with senior leadership and hiring managers to influence headcount planning and hiring priorities.
- Build and own sourcing strategies that attract top-tier technical talent in one of the most competitive markets in the world.
- Scale and evolve recruiting processes, systems, and employer brand to match our growth trajectory.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with technical leaders to deeply understand the requirements for priority hires; build creative sourcing strategies to identify and engage hard-to-find technical talent.
- Build a recruiting organization to help us hire and retain exceptional talent at Ivo.
- Carry candidates through a top-tier, full-cycle hiring process, including: managing pipeline for technical positions across all available channels, sourcing and closing both high-volume and niche roles.
- Leverage data to: increase candidate ROI, increase candidate conversion rates, build more efficient processes, keep stakeholders informed of hiring trends, and monitor hiring pace.
- Create frameworks to deeply understand the market as it pertains to the type of candidate Ivo desires to employ across all technical roles.
- Help define and strengthen Ivo’s employer brand and candidate-facing materials.
- Provide regular hiring updates and metrics to leadership, identifying bottlenecks and opportunities to improve speed and quality of hire.
Ivo might be a good fit for you if you:
- Have 10+ years of recruiting experience, including experience building and leading recruiting functions.
- Proven track record of developing and managing both high-volume pipelines and specialty technical positions.
- Strong sourcing chops—you’re relentless and creative when it comes to finding talent.
- Have worked in a fast-paced, high-growth environment (startup experience is a strong plus).
- Are passionate about building recruiting functions from the ground up and wearing multiple hats.
- Have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trust with hiring managers and executives.
- Thrive in ambiguity and enjoy working under pressure to deliver at speed.
- Are excited about working five days in office in our downtown San Francisco office.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive Compensation: The USD salary range for this role is $170,000 - $230,000 (excluding equity). Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including experience and expertise.
- Relocation and Visa Support: Relocation assistance for successful applicants moving to SF, as well as support for visa and green card applications where applicable.
- Medical Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans to suit the needs of you and your family.
- Unlimited PTO: So you can take the time you need to recharge, stay healthy, and bring your best self to work.
- Commuter Benefits: Monthly commuter stipend offered to make your daily commute easier and more affordable.
- Flexible Spending & Insurance: Access to HSA and FSA accounts, as well as life insurance coverage.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: Save for the future with our 401(k) program.
FAQ:
How far along are we?
We launched in early access in 2023. Since then, we’ve had an incredible response from the market and are growing rapidly. We 6x'd in ARR in the last 12 months. Our clients include companies like Uber, Reddit, IBM, Canva, Pinterest, WordPress, and more. We're happy to share more details with candidates who go through our interview process.
Is this a chill gig?
Startups are very hard, especially if they’re growing fast. You’ll have a ton of responsibility, and there’s always an enormous amount of stuff to do. It’s hard work but the payoff is uncapped.
Can I work remotely?
We require candidates to work with us in-person 5 days a week in our San Francisco office.
Why Ivo?
Contract negotiation is the most time-consuming, costly, and difficult component of the contract lifecycle—and it hasn’t gotten much easier since the days of fax machines.
Large language models have unlocked the ability to solve many contract negotiation problems at scale. Our product is best-in-market (we have an 85%+ h2h trial win rate) and used by some of the leading companies in the world.
Overview
We’re looking for an exceptional Head of Talent to build our hiring engine and help us scale into the next stage of growth. You’ll be a trusted partner to our leadership team, the go-to person for creative sourcing strategies and building Ivo’s candidate brand, and the guardian of an exceptional candidate experience.
This is a great opportunity to:
- Leave your fingerprints on the DNA of the company - we’re still small enough that every hire changes who we are.
- Work directly with senior leadership and hiring managers to influence headcount planning and hiring priorities.
- Build and own sourcing strategies that attract top-tier technical talent in one of the most competitive markets in the world.
- Scale and evolve recruiting processes, systems, and employer brand to match our growth trajectory.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with technical leaders to deeply understand the requirements for priority hires; build creative sourcing strategies to identify and engage hard-to-find technical talent.
- Build a recruiting organization to help us hire and retain exceptional talent at Ivo.
- Carry candidates through a top-tier, full-cycle hiring process, including: managing pipeline for technical positions across all available channels, sourcing and closing both high-volume and niche roles.
- Leverage data to: increase candidate ROI, increase candidate conversion rates, build more efficient processes, keep stakeholders informed of hiring trends, and monitor hiring pace.
- Create frameworks to deeply understand the market as it pertains to the type of candidate Ivo desires to employ across all technical roles.
- Help define and strengthen Ivo’s employer brand and candidate-facing materials.
- Provide regular hiring updates and metrics to leadership, identifying bottlenecks and opportunities to improve speed and quality of hire.
Ivo might be a good fit for you if you:
- Have 10+ years of recruiting experience, including experience building and leading recruiting functions.
- Proven track record of developing and managing both high-volume pipelines and specialty technical positions.
- Strong sourcing chops—you’re relentless and creative when it comes to finding talent.
- Have worked in a fast-paced, high-growth environment (startup experience is a strong plus).
- Are passionate about building recruiting functions from the ground up and wearing multiple hats.
- Have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trust with hiring managers and executives.
- Thrive in ambiguity and enjoy working under pressure to deliver at speed.
- Are excited about working five days in office in our downtown San Francisco office.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive Compensation: The USD salary range for this role is $170,000 - $230,000 (excluding equity). Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including experience and expertise.
- Relocation and Visa Support: Relocation assistance for successful applicants moving to SF, as well as support for visa and green card applications where applicable.
- Medical Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans to suit the needs of you and your family.
- Unlimited PTO: So you can take the time you need to recharge, stay healthy, and bring your best self to work.
- Commuter Benefits: Monthly commuter stipend offered to make your daily commute easier and more affordable.
- Flexible Spending & Insurance: Access to HSA and FSA accounts, as well as life insurance coverage.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: Save for the future with our 401(k) program.
FAQ:
How far along are we?
We launched in early access in 2023. Since then, we’ve had an incredible response from the market and are growing rapidly. We 6x'd in ARR in the last 12 months. Our clients include companies like Uber, Reddit, IBM, Canva, Pinterest, WordPress, and more. We're happy to share more details with candidates who go through our interview process.
Is this a chill gig?
Startups are very hard, especially if they’re growing fast. You’ll have a ton of responsibility, and there’s always an enormous amount of stuff to do. It’s hard work but the payoff is uncapped.
Can I work remotely?
We require candidates to work with us in-person 5 days a week in our San Francisco office.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Head Of Talent
Align your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to the specialty occupation. For Head of Talent, degrees in human resources, organizational development, industrial-organizational psychology, or business administration carry the clearest credential match in your petition.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by Labor Condition Application filing history under HR management SOC codes. This surfaces companies with active H-1B sponsorship for talent leadership roles, not just general hiring activity.
Target cap-exempt employers strategically
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government-affiliated entities file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap. Head of Talent roles at these institutions bypass the lottery entirely, giving you a direct path to sponsorship year-round.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must certify your offered salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your metro area. Run your title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you know the floor your employer is legally required to meet.
Prepare evidence of specialty occupation early
Collect job postings from comparable Head of Talent roles that list a bachelor's degree as required, not preferred. USCIS adjudicators weigh industry-wide degree norms when evaluating whether the position qualifies, so documented precedent strengthens your petition.
Use your 60-day grace period deliberately
If your current H-1B employer terminates your role, you have a 60-day grace period to secure a new sponsoring employer and file an H-1B transfer. Don't wait for a formal end date before engaging prospective employers about timeline and portability.
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Find Head Of Talent JobsHead Of Talent H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Head of Talent role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as human resources, organizational psychology, or business administration. Roles titled Head of Talent that are primarily operational or administrative without a degree requirement may face scrutiny. The job description's language about required qualifications matters significantly during USCIS adjudication.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for talent leadership roles?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Head of Talent positions filtered by employers with verified H-1B filing history. DOL Labor Condition Application disclosures are public record, so you can confirm whether a company has sponsored similar roles before investing time in their application process.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I'm already in a Head of Talent role?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, without waiting for approval, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. Your new employer files Form I-129 and a new LCA covering your updated role and compensation.
What makes a Head of Talent petition riskier than other HR roles for H-1B purposes?
Broad or hybrid titles that blend recruiting, HR operations, and business partnership functions can trigger USCIS requests for evidence questioning whether the role truly requires a specialized degree. To reduce this risk, ensure your job description emphasizes the strategic and analytical dimensions of the work and avoids language that implies the role is generalist or administrative.
Does the H-1B annual cap apply to Head of Talent positions at all employers?
Not always. The 85,000-slot annual cap and lottery apply to private-sector employers. If you're hired by a qualifying university, affiliated nonprofit research organization, or government research institution, your petition is cap-exempt and can be filed at any time of year without entering the lottery.
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