Lead Talent Acquisition, Business & Tech (all genders)

About us

Distribusion is the world’s leading ground transportation marketplace and gives travellers seamless access to ground transportation online, from search to ticket purchase. We have built a cutting-edge B2B technology platform that connects bus, rail, and ferry operators in 70+ countries with the biggest online retailers, including Google Maps and Booking.com.

We are shaping the future of travel and building the largest global network of transport providers and retailers. We are one of the fastest-growing startups in travel, backed by leading venture capital investors including TQ Ventures, Lightrock, Creandum, and Northzone, and are headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Following our recent $80m Series C funding, we are ready to push beyond.

The opportunity

We are seeking a Head of Talent Acquisition passionate about enabling a product-led organisation by engaging and hiring talented members across the business. Some hiring requires deep expertise, exceptional judgment, and influence. This role is for a Talent Acquisition expert who operates at comfort in a hyper growth phase, scale organisation and driving business impact.

What you will do:

• Lead and develop the Talent Acquisition Tech & Business team (Tech, Data, Finance, People & Commercial)
• Act as a senior talent advisor to leaders across the organisation
• Anticipate talent needs and market risks before they surface
• Design advanced sourcing strategies for hard-to-reach talent
• Set and protect the hiring bar for critical roles
• Influence and evolve hiring standards, processes, and guidelines
• Strengthen recruiting operations and processes
• Scale the TA function as the company grows.

Workplace: Berlin & Hybrid

We are mainly looking for this role to be based in Germany, preferably in our headquarters in Berlin.

Who you are:

• Experience in high-impact talent acquisition strategies
• Exceptional sourcing, assessment, and calibration skills
• Strong business acumen and comfort working with senior leaders
• Ability to influence without authority
• A systems mindset: you improve the operating machine, not just your own output
• The ability to pivot and adapt your ways of working to achieve the best outcome, in the quickest possible time!
• You have a proven track record of building pipelines for both ‘active’ and ‘passive’ candidates; building rapport throughout and ultimately closing offers!
• You feel comfortable in the start-up environment, with a Global footprint and a very diverse team.
• Data analysis and measurement: the ability to collect, analyse, and interpret data to measure the impact of the hiring initiatives
• Tools affinity, keeping our ATS updated, and maintaining accurate data.

What you can expect:

• Make a global impact. Help shape how millions of people discover and book ground transportation worldwide.
• Own your work. Take responsibility from day one and see the direct impact of your contributions.
• Build with the best tools. We move fast, continuously evolve our tech stack, and invest in modern, efficient solutions.
• Work with industry leaders. Our partners include Booking.com, Google Maps, Amtrak, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, and SNCF.
• Grow with exceptional people. Join an international team that will challenge, support, and inspire you every day.
• Work your way. Enjoy flexible and remote-friendly working options, relocation opportunities, and plenty of room to grow.

Our hiring process for this role:

For any queries, please reach out to your Talent Partner at (