As companies expand internationally, the demand for skilled professionals is intensifying. But a study by Korn Ferry predicts that,
By 2030, there will be a global human talent shortage of 85 million people, potentially resulting in $8.5 trillion in unrealized annual revenues.
Now, this looming talent gap underscores the critical importance of effective global hiring strategies. But again, hiring globally isn’t that simple. We all know that. It comes with its unique challenges, from navigating cultural differences and compliance laws to building teams that collaborate seamlessly across time zones.
So, to explore how companies can effectively attract and retain top talent worldwide, I’m thrilled to welcome Stefanie Wild, the Global Head of Talent Acquisition at Evonik Industries AG. With her extensive experience in international recruitment, Stefanie will share valuable insights on overcoming cross-border hiring challenges and most importantly, fostering inclusive, high-performing teams.
Host of this Episode: Sanjeevani Saikia
Guest Bio
Stefanie Wild is an initiative-taking and results-driven HR executive with over 15 years of experience in human resources, sales, and procurement, and more than 5 years in senior leadership roles. She is passionate about leadership, innovation, and driving continuous improvement in HR. Currently, Stefanie holds the position of Global Head of Talent Acquisition at Evonik Industries AG, a leading global specialty chemicals company with more than 33,000 employees. In this role, Stefanie is responsible for leading talent acquisition strategies across more than 100 countries, managing a high performing team, and working closely with key partners to implement cutting-edge HR technologies.
Throughout her career, Stefanie has held key roles at major companies where she led talent management initiatives and developed innovative strategies to identify and nurture high-potential employees. She also gained valuable experience at a headhunting company, specializing in executive search and recruitment consulting.
Passionate about leadership and continuous professional development, Stefanie is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of HR professionals and contributing to the ongoing evolution of the HR field.
Connect with Stefanie on Linkedin
Timestamps
(01:23) Stefanie discusses the key elements of scaling talent acquisition across borders.
(03:45) Challenges leaders face in hiring internationally and strategies to keep processes seamless.
(6:36) How organizations can balance local cultural differences while staying aligned with their global values.
(11:32) How remote work has changed global hiring strategies and the future of this trend.
(16:14) Managing local labor law complexities while keeping the hiring process efficient and candidate friendly.
(22:07) Ways of building a sense of connection and shared purpose in diverse, remote teams.
(26:32) Stefanie wraps up with some key takeaways for successful global talent acquisition.
